419 Australian athletes
212 women
207 men
300 officials
Youngest athlete
Ellie Carpenter (soccer) 16
Oldest athlete
Mary Hanna (equestrian) 61 
What to watch
Men's 100m final
Usain Bolt will be running for his third consecutive gold in this event. His main rival looks to be Justin Gatlin from the States.
Cycling
Anna Meares (team flagbearer) will look to win another gold in the women's keirin.
US basketball
See freakish athletes in full flight, with Golden State's new superstar Kevin Durant leading the way.
Swim sprint stars
Australians Cate Campbell and Cam McEvoy are two of the brightest hopes.
Rugby sevens
The new sport at the Games represents a big medal chance for Australia.