subject: The Best Places To Live In Australia [print this page] Australia is a popular destination for those wishing to move to a new country because of the lifestyle and opportunities on offer.
It has some of the least expensive cities in the first world, despite also being ranked as one of the top countries in the world for quality of life. So, which cities do those starting a new life in Australia choose to live in? And what do each of those cities have to offer?
Sydney, the biggest city in Australia, is located on Australia's south eastern coast. Even though it is regarded as an expensive city, it is a major destination for immigrants. A hub of business activity for the entire pacific region, it acts as the headquarters for virtually all of Australia's banks, more than half of Australia's top companies, and around 500 multinational corporations. Therefore, for most industries, there are more jobs to be found here than anywhere else in Australia.
Melbourne, the second most populous city in Australia, is the capital of the State of Victoria. Repeatedly listed as one of the world's most livable cities, it is also recognized as Australia's cultural and sporting capital, and is a centre for arts, commerce, education, industry and tourism. There has been substantial overseas investment in the city's industries and property market in recent years in response to its sizeable employment and population growth.
Brisbane, one of the major business hubs in Australia, is the state capital of Queensland. Blue-collar industries include metalworking, paper milling and petroleum refining, and white-collar ones include public sector administration, financial services and information technology. With over 20% of its residents being born outside of Australia (New Zealand, South Africa, and the United Kingdom being the primary contributors), it is regarded as being a particularly multicultural city.
Adelaide, a costal city in the state of South Australia, has a history of drawing immigrants from countries where English is not the first language, which has contributed to it developing into a welcoming multicultural place. It is noted for its numerous sporting events and festivals, its culture, food and wine, and its long beachfronts, all of which have contributed to it being ranked as one of the world's most livable cities. The economy there is primarily dependent on defense technology and research, exporting, and manufacturing.
Perth, situated in western Australia, is seen as the center for government and business for the whole of that side of the country. It has a growth rate consistently higher than the national average and this has seen it develop into the fourth biggest city in Australia. British-born residents are plentiful there, and it has also been a particularly popular destination for Chinese and South African immigrants. Manufacturing aside (due to its substantial distance from other populous Australian cities), a wealth of employment opportunities are on offer there.
by: Mark Walters
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