Australia may be the world’s lowest continent by average elevation, but its mountains are remarkably varied. Snow-covered alpine summits rise above New South Wales and Victoria, ancient folded ranges cross the dry interior, deeply eroded sandstone plateaus overlook the east coast, and rugged dolerite peaks dominate western Tasmania. The country’s highest mainland summit is Mount …
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Jul 11 2026
Mountains in Australia & Oceania
Mountains in Australia & Oceania: A Complete Guide to the Highest Peaks and Mountain Ranges Australia and Oceania may not be the first places that come to mind when thinking about towering mountains, but the region is home to some of Earth’s most fascinating landscapes. From the snow-capped summit of Puncak Jaya in Indonesia’s Papua …