Australia also has a rich heritage in Aboriginal art, both ancient and contemporary, which is now receiving unprecedented attention at home and round the world. Likewise, the performing arts have always had a strong presence in Australian cultural life. There has also been a resurgence in film and television production in recent years, and increasing numbers of Australian films , television series, actors and entertainers have acquired appreciative audiences overseas. The Royal Flying Doctor Service provides mobile medical care for people living in isolated 'outback' areas. The service was started in 1927 by the Reverend Dr John Flynn through the Australian Inland Mission of the Presbyterian Church.
Doctors travel by aircraft from central bases and keep in touch with their patients by radio.
It is the world's largest exporter of coal and diamonds. It is also a major exporter of uranium, light crude oil, liquefied natural gas, gold, iron ore, bauxite, mineral sands, lead, zinc, copper, nickel and manganese. The eastern, southern and south-western areas of productive agricultural regions use advanced farming techniques. Australia has round 150 million sheep and is the world's largest producer of fine wool for use in clothing. It is also a major producer and exporter of beef, wheat, sugar and dairy products.