When I was twelve, I had a pen friend from the United States. Her name was Maddie, and she lived in a town just outside of Chicago. We exchanged letters once a month, sometimes slipping in stickers or little drawings. She loved asking questions about my life in Australia—what the weather was like, whether we…

Kangaroos, a beloved symbol of Australia, are remarkable for their powerful legs, enabling long jumps and swift movement, and their cultural significance to indigenous peoples. These marsupials, depicted on the Australian Coat of Arms and coins, are integral to Australia’s history and identity, embodying resilience and progress.