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Australia
Everything about Australia on 360n60: 2 dates in history, 3 future. Each told in 60 words.
On this day · 2
- On this day · 20 October 1973
The Sydney Opera House is opened
On 20 October 1973, Queen Elizabeth II opened the Sydney Opera House in Australia. Designed by the Danish architect Jørn Utzon, with roofs shaped like sails, it took 14 years to build. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007.
- On this day · 19 March 1932
The Sydney Harbour Bridge opens
On 19 March 1932, the Sydney Harbour Bridge opened in Australia, carrying trains, cars and people across the harbour. Its steel arch, nicknamed 'the Coathanger', spans 503 m. Together with the Opera House, it became one of the world's best-known city views.
Future · 3
- Future · 1 October – 13 November 2027 · Confirmed
Australia hosts the Rugby World Cup
From 1 October to 13 November 2027, Australia hosts the men's Rugby World Cup. For the first time, 24 teams take part, up from 20, with a new round of 16 knockout stage. Matches will be played in cities across Australia. It is the first time Australia has hosted the tournament alone since 2003.
- Future · 22 July 2028 · Predicted
A total solar eclipse crosses Australia and New Zealand
On 22 July 2028, the Moon's shadow crosses Australia from the Kimberley in the northwest to Sydney in the southeast, then passes over New Zealand's South Island. Along the path, day will turn to twilight for several minutes. Sydney will see its first total solar eclipse in more than 150 years.
- Future · July–August 2032 · Confirmed
Brisbane hosts the Olympic Games
In 2032, the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games come to Brisbane, in Queensland, Australia. It will be Australia's third Summer Olympics, after Melbourne in 1956 and Sydney in 2000.