Map of Australian Capital Territory

Canberra

Australian Capital Territory

Capital
Canberra
Birthday
July 29, 1938
Nickname
Nation's Capital
Flag
Flag of Australian Capital Territory

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Quick Facts

The Australian Capital Territory, formerly known as the Federal Capital Territory until 1938 and commonly referred to as the ACT, is a federal territory of Australia containing the Australian capital city of Canberra and some surrounding townships. It is located in the south-east of the country and enclaved within the state of New South Wales. Founded after federation as the seat of government for the new nation, all important institutions of the Australian federal government are centred in the Territory. With 419,200 residents, the Australian Capital Territory is second smallest mainland state or territory by population.

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