This Huge Australian Island Is Totally Empty - The Surprising Reason

Ever heard of Tasmania? It’s Australia’s giant green island — almost the size of Sri Lanka — and yet, barely half a million people live there. Why? That’s the mystery we’re solving. Tasmania is like Australia's cooler, quieter twin, from its wild Roaring Forties winds to lush rainforests and untouched coasts. It’s less fiery, more forested, and runs on clean energy — so why do people still see it as remote? We’re diving deep into Tasmania’s weird climate, rugged geography, and what really makes it so different from mainland Australia. Watch now — this is the Australia nobody talks about, but absolutely should. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices