| Capital: | Sydney |
| Cities: | Newcastle, Wagga Wagga |
| Products: | Steel, wheat, wool, cattle |
Just the Facts
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New South Wales is the state with the highest population. More Australians live in this state than any other state or territory. |
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Mount Kosciusko is the highest peak on the continent. |
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50 percent of all Aborigines live in this state and Queensland. |
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Mining and agriculture are the two biggest industries in this state. |
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The world’s finest wools come from sheep that live in New South Wales. |
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The Sydney Harbor Bridge was opened in 1932. Over 200,000 cars cross it daily. |
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Sydney is also the home to the world famous Opera House, and the 2000 Summer Olympics were held in Sydney. |
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Public transportation services such as buses and railways are owned by the state government. |
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New South Wales is Australia's largest trading state for products. |
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There is a law that children must attend school from ages 6 to 15. |
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