Our economy was initially ‘built on the sheep’s back’ – a saying which reflects the fact that for many years, our agricultural commodities were the
nation’s biggest income earners. As
with the rest of the world, this has
changed in the past five decades or more as trade has become more efficient and more global, and national economies have become more open and interdependent.
Even so, rural life is an important part of Australia.
Our climate, farms and vast outback sheep and cattle stations help make us one of the world’s most significant agricultural and wine producers with Australian agricultural production being a net export earner for the nation.
Australia is also a significant producer of minerals.
Come Play! Things to do in rural towns
- Enjoy the fresh country air
- Try the local food and wine
- Visit local museums and galleries and learn more about Australia
- Paint, draw or photograph what you see
- Have a rest before the next match
