Australia is particularly rich in natural resources and primary industries. They include:
- uranium
- coal
- iron ore
- natural gas
- opals, sapphires, rubies, diamonds and other precious stones
- metals such as silver, lead, zinc, tin, gold, nickel
- bauxite
- wool
- lamb, beef, veal, pork, poultry
- Mineral sands
- sugar
- fruits and vegetable crops
- grains
- cereal grains
- salt