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Aussie Surf and Sand Trivia Quiz

With almost 37,000km of coastline and over 11,011 beaches to choose from, is it any wonder Australia is recognised the world over for it's laid back "surf and sand" lifestyle?

A multiple-choice quiz by catherine44. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
catherine44

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
313,190

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

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836

Awards
Top 20% Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. Stretching for 22km along the Indian Ocean, which Western Australian beach offers magnificent views of the Broome sunset? Hint

Cable Beach

Torquay

Manly

Esperance

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Question 2 of 10

2. Top ranked professional surfers flock to which beach along Victoria's Great Ocean Road for the annual Easter Surf Classic? Hint

Bells Beach

Ninety Mile Beach

Coogee

Glenelg

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Question 3 of 10

3. Which famous New South Wales beach is closest to the Sydney CBD and home to one of the world's oldest surf lifesaving clubs? Hint

Manly

Bondi

Byron Bay

Surfers Paradise

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Question 4 of 10

4. On which Newcastle Beach did the bulk carrier "Pasha Bulker" run aground in heavy seas on the 8th June 2007? Hint

Coolangatta

Merewether

Nobbys

Cronulla

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which Tasmanian Beach, named for its bulbous shape, is located in the Freycinet National Park and has been ranked amongst the world's top 10 beaches? Hint

Bells Beach

Balloon Beach

Wineglass Bay

Round Cove

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Question 6 of 10

6. Which Gold Coast location combines a pristine, white beach with vibrant nightlife and a high rise skyline? Hint

Summer Bay

Port Douglas

Surfers Paradise

Maroubra

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Question 7 of 10

7. Which Western Australian region includes both spectacular surf beaches and internationally acclaimed wineries? Hint

Brisbane River

Hunter Valley

Margaret River

Byron Bay

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Question 8 of 10

8. Which South Australian beach attracts tourists with its amusement park, 381 metre long jetty and tram connecting it to the Adelaide city centre? Hint

Glenelg

Jervis Bay

Cottesloe

Coffin Bay

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Question 9 of 10

9. Which seemingly endless stretch of sand on Queensland's Fraser Island is popular with four wheel drive enthusiasts? Hint

Mission Beach

One Mile Beach

Seventy-five Mile Beach

Sandy Cove

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which beach, located on the most easterley point of Australia, is a popular destination with international backpackers? Hint

Byron Bay

Brian Bay

Jervis Bay

Moreton Bay

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Stretching for 22km along the Indian Ocean, which Western Australian beach offers magnificent views of the Broome sunset?

Answer: Cable Beach

Cable Beach is situated 7km from the town of Broome, in Western Australia's Kimberley region. Broome is recognised as one of the world's pearl capitals, with the immaculate Japanese cemetery paying tribute to the hundreds of international divers who lost their lives in this treacherous industry.

2. Top ranked professional surfers flock to which beach along Victoria's Great Ocean Road for the annual Easter Surf Classic?

Answer: Bells Beach

Built by returned servicemen as a memorial to fallen soldiers, the Great Ocean Road stretches for 243km along the south eastern coast of Australia. Spectacular coastal locations such as Bells Beach, Port Campbell and the Twelve Apostles make the drive extemely popular with tourists.

3. Which famous New South Wales beach is closest to the Sydney CBD and home to one of the world's oldest surf lifesaving clubs?

Answer: Bondi

Established in 1907, Bondi is the world's oldest official surf lifesaving club. Neighboring Bronte established a club in 1903 but records of annual meetings were not maintained prior to 1907.

4. On which Newcastle Beach did the bulk carrier "Pasha Bulker" run aground in heavy seas on the 8th June 2007?

Answer: Nobbys

Located 180kms north of Sydney, Newcastle is one of Australia's major ports. The nearby Hunter Valley produces exceptional wines and export quantities of coal

5. Which Tasmanian Beach, named for its bulbous shape, is located in the Freycinet National Park and has been ranked amongst the world's top 10 beaches?

Answer: Wineglass Bay

Tasmania is an island state, separated from mainland Australia by Bass Strait. Freycinet National Park is located on the east coast and is noted for it's rugged granite cliffs, secluded beaches and unique fauna.

6. Which Gold Coast location combines a pristine, white beach with vibrant nightlife and a high rise skyline?

Answer: Surfers Paradise

Located between Brisbane and the New South Wales border, the Gold Coast is home to great surfing beaches, theme parks and a casino. It is Queensland's second most populous city.

7. Which Western Australian region includes both spectacular surf beaches and internationally acclaimed wineries?

Answer: Margaret River

Margaret River is located south of Perth. In addition to the brilliant surf and wineries, the region offers abundant wildflower displays, whale watching and a working lighthouse at Cape Leeuwin.

8. Which South Australian beach attracts tourists with its amusement park, 381 metre long jetty and tram connecting it to the Adelaide city centre?

Answer: Glenelg

Notable for being a palindrome, Glenelg was named after Lord Glenelg and is the oldest European settlement on mainland South Australia.

9. Which seemingly endless stretch of sand on Queensland's Fraser Island is popular with four wheel drive enthusiasts?

Answer: Seventy-five Mile Beach

Located off the south east coast of Queensland, Fraser Island is considered the largest sand island in the world. Fraser Island is also home to the last remaining pure bred dingoes in eastern Australia. To maintain this blood line, domestic dogs are banned from the island.

10. Which beach, located on the most easterley point of Australia, is a popular destination with international backpackers?

Answer: Byron Bay

Local residents and tourists gather at Cape Byron lighthouse each morning, making them amongst the first in Australia to see the sunrise.

Source: Author catherine44

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