What is the capital city of Australia?

 The capital city of Australia is Canberra.

Key Facts:

• Located in: The Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
• Founded: Chosen as the capital in 1908 as a compromise between rivals Sydney and Melbourne

Home to:

• Parliament House
• The High Court of Australia
• National institutions like the National Gallery, National Museum, and Australian War Memorial

Unlike Sydney or Melbourne, which are much larger and more globally recognized, Canberra was purpose-built to serve as the nation’s capital.