Australia Pavilion to present fun journey on urban development solutions

By Hu Min  |   2008-7-3  |     ONLINE EDITION

1/2   architectural rendering of the Australia Pavilion -- Hang Lingbing More in photo gallery

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AUSTRALIA will showcase its practice of keeping a balance between urban construction and the natural environment at World Expo 2010 to illustrate its understanding of the theme "Better City, Better Life," it announced today while signing a participation contract with organizers.

Australia Pavilion will take visitors on a journey of Australia's natural beauty and rich culture in an exploration of one of the most livable countries in the world.

Australia's innovative ideas on urban planning, renewable energy development, transport and infrastructure will be presented under the theme "Mastering the challenges: Australia's smart solutions for our urban future."

The pavilion comprises three parts incorporating distinct, yet inter-related exhibitions.

The first part called "Journey" will allow visitors to obtain a basic understanding of Australian society, its international population and its cultural diversity. Pictures and interactive exhibits will profile Australia's landscape and territories and tell the stories of the country's history and people.

A ramp will lead visitors to the second part, which features a 1,000-seat theatre screening a multi-media show that explores the country's major cities, tourist destinations, economic dynamism, cultural diversity, friendly people and high living standard.

Peter Tesch, commissioner-general for Australia's exhibition section, said the theater is expected to become the highlight of the whole exhibition.

Daily performances will be staged in the last part of the pavilion. Visitors will be invited to taste authentic Australian cuisine, sip some fine red wines and buy Australian products.