Where in Australia should I move?

The seven best places to live in Australia are: Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. We've worked out which place is best depending on what you care about most, from culture and climate to job opportunities. Check out the table below for our full rundown.
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What is the best part of Australia to move to?

Melbourne is considered by some to be the best city to live in Australia, and has even been ranked as the world's most livable city more than once. It's home to a thriving live music scene, late-night bars and laneways dotted with cafés and coffee shops.
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Where is the best place in Australia to live?

The 8 Best Places To Live In Australia As An Expat
  1. Melbourne: best for culture. ...
  2. Adelaide: best all-rounder. ...
  3. Hobart: best for families. ...
  4. The Blue Mountains: best for country life. ...
  5. The Sunshine Coast: best coastal location. ...
  6. The Central Coast: best for retirees. ...
  7. Sydney: best for job opportunities. ...
  8. Perth: best for expat communities.
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Which Australian state is the best to live in?

According to CommSec's latest State of the States report, NSW has come out on the top as Australia's best performing economy in the country, with Victoria, a close second and ACT, ranking third nationwide.
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Where is the most affordable place to live in Australia?

5 Cheapest Places to Live in Australia
  • Adelaide. Bursting with culture, events, entertainment, and flavor, Adelaide is regarded as Australia's food and wine capital. ...
  • Cairns. The city of Cairns in northern Queensland lies some 2500 km north of Adelaide. ...
  • Sunshine Coast. ...
  • Geelong. ...
  • Perth.
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THINGS I WISH I KNEW BEFORE MOVING TO AUSTRALIA / things I've learnt since being here!



Where is the happiest place to live in Australia?

Top 10 Happiest Areas in Australia:
  • Inner West Sydney NSW (59% net above)
  • Outer East Melbourne VIC (58% net above)
  • Northern Melbourne VIC (57% net above)
  • Inner Melbourne VIC (57% net above)
  • Hobart TAS (56% net above)
  • North Shore Sydney NSW (55% net above)
  • Inner Sydney NSW (55% net above)
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Where is the nicest but cheapest place to live?

Here are the top 10 most affordable cities to live in the U.S., according to the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living report.
  • Cedar Park, Texas.
  • Midland, Texas.
  • Ogden, Utah.
  • Raleigh, North Carolina.
  • Provo, Utah.
  • Des Moines, Iowa.
  • Austin, Texas.
  • Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Which state in Australia is the safest?

Data from the AFP (2019) indicates that suburbs with lowest number of crime incidents, include the Molonglo Valley (439) - a relatively new suburb with a low population density, Weston Creek (1066), Woden (2073), Inner South (2881) and Gungahlin (3695).
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Which town has the best climate in Australia?

Port Macquarie has, according to the CSIRO, the best climate in Australia, with mild winters and gentle summers, and water warm enough to swim in for most of the year. Thousands of holidaymakers who flock here each summer to bask in the sunshine on a string of beautiful beaches agree.
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Is it better to live in Sydney or Brisbane?

In a recent global survey, Brisbane outperformed both Sydney and Melbourne to be ranked 39th best city in the world to raise a family. Attributing to the success was Brisbane's safety, health and education facilities, air quality and affordability.
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Is Australia good place to settle?

Australia is considered one of the safest countries on the planet. It has low levels of crime and efficient police forces. In general, Australian citizens feel proud of the peaceful society in which they live.
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Which city has the most job opportunities in Australia?

Sydney is one of the top cities to find jobs abroad in Australia. It has an exciting and busy downtown core, and is also surrounded by the beautiful beaches and nature that Australia is famous for.
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Where is the healthiest place to live in Australia?

Top 5 Healthiest Cities in Australia in 2021
  1. Sydney, NSW. Taking first place in this year's healthiest city rankings is Sydney, coming number one in the majority of the different categories. ...
  2. Melbourne, VIC. ...
  3. Brisbane, QLD. ...
  4. Perth, WA. ...
  5. Adelaide, SA.
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What is the nicest town in Australia?

The Most Beautiful Towns In Australia
  • Alice Springs, Northern Territory. ...
  • Broome, Western Australia. ...
  • Birdsville, Queensland. ...
  • Port Douglas, Queensland. ...
  • Central Tilba, New South Wales. ...
  • Esperance, Western Australia. Natural Feature. ...
  • Yamba, New South Wales. Architectural Landmark. ...
  • Port Fairy, Victoria. Architectural Landmark.
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Where in Australia is warm all year round?

Perth grabbed first position in the summer chart, so in taking equal third for winter, this city may just be Australia's finest for all year round hot or warm and sunny weather.
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Is Sydney or Melbourne safer?

The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) has released its Safe Cities Index 2021 — the fourth edition of the report — which ranked Sydney in 4th place (up from 5th last year) and Melbourne in 8th place (up from 10th place last year) in a tie with Singapore.
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What is the most Bogan town in Australia?

By Nick Galvin. Tasmania is the bogan capital of Australia and if you're seeking bogans in the ACT look no further than the nation's parliament. These are just some of the findings to come out of a “bogan odyssey” completed by self-proclaimed boganologist Paul Fenech.
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What is the cheapest and safest country to live in?

10 of the cheapest and safest places to live in the world
  • Czech Republic.
  • Bulgaria.
  • Albania.
  • Portugal.
  • Costa Rica.
  • Panama.
  • Mexico.
  • Thailand.
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Where is the most beautiful place to live?

The Top 20 Most Beautiful Places to Live in the World
  1. Seoul, Korea. Starting our list is Seoul, one of the biggest cities in Korea. ...
  2. Cape Town, South Africa. ...
  3. Edinburgh, Scotland. ...
  4. Santiago, Chile. ...
  5. Auckland, New Zealand. ...
  6. The Seychelles, Africa. ...
  7. Boulder, Colorado. ...
  8. Paris, France.
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Where is the cheapest warm place to live?

The 10 Sunniest, and Most Affordable, Cities for Retirees
  • Ely, Nevada. 73% chance of sunshine / 47.00% less expensive than national median new home price. ...
  • Amarillo, Texas. 73% chance of sunshine / -34.73% less than national median new home price. ...
  • Lubbock, Texas. ...
  • El Paso, Texas. ...
  • Yuma, Ariz. ...
  • Phoenix, Ariz. ...
  • Tucson, Ariz.
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Are people happier in Queensland?

Women who live in Queensland appear to be the happiest people in the nation, according to a new survey. And Australians who live in towns with fewer than 1,000 people are significantly happier than those in big cities.
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Is Sydney or Melbourne better?

Sydney wins for its transport, roads, beaches, icons and overall attractiveness. Melbourne is good for culture, sport, food, nightlife and day trips. All in all, I really think it comes down to personal preference. They're both fantastic cities in their own right.
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Where is the best place to retire in Australia?

7 of the best places to retire to in Australia
  • Mornington Peninsula, Victoria.
  • Shoalhaven region, New South Wales.
  • St Helens, Tasmania.
  • Sunshine Coast, Queensland.
  • Beechworth, Victoria.
  • Esperance, Western Australia.
  • Victor Harbor, South Australia.
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