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After maintaining the highest standard of community well-being for seven consecutive years, it comes as no surprise that the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) cemented itself as the best place to live in Australia.
We're here to answer the question, Should I Visit Melbourne or Sydney? Both cities offer a unique Australian flavour, yet they are so different. Melbourne is considered the cultural capital of the country, while Sydney's undeniable landscapes, weather and nature always remains an allure to travellers.
There are islands, parks, reserves and the wonderful Royal Botanic Gardens for nature lovers; lovely beaches and pristine bays for sun-seekers and water sports enthusiasts; illustrious museums, World Heritage Sites and historic landmarks for culture buffs; trendy restaurants by the water, vibrant nightlife and ...
They're very different cities, and it depends on what lifestyle you're looking for! London is vibrant and diverse and busy, it has a soul that Sydney just doesn't quite have. Sydney however, is more laidback, has beautiful beaches, and is one of the prettiest cities in the world.
Not only does Melbourne have more international students per capita. It's also the best student city in Australia, with Sydney coming in at a close second. In the Qs Best Student Cities Ranking 2022, Melbourne stands at the 6th position worldwide, with Sydney coming in at 8th.
While Sydney topped the list of best cities to live, its position in other fields put it at fifth overall. See where other Australian cities ranked, and who took out the number one spot. Click through to see the top 20.
Out of 53 world cities, Sydney was ranked as the third-worst on the planet for making new friends. Almost three-quarters of respondents said that making new friends was either hard or impossible in Sydney, but there were two other cities that ranked even more poorly than here.
“Queensland's known as the Sunshine State. All those rays and the laid-back lifestyle might be among the reasons why it's Australia's happiest state,” Bayliss said.
South Australia has been crowned Australia's most considerate state! South Australians have been found to be the most likely to consider other people's needs, according to the Helga's Kindness Index, a first-of-its-kind report examining the state of kindness in the country.
1. Canberra – Australia's Capital City. Nestled between Sydney and Melbourne, Canberra is not only the capital but also Australia's safest city. With a low crime rate and a small-town vibe, Canberra offers an attractive blend of city living and peaceful suburban life.
Where did Australia rank in the happiest countries list? Our great southern land ranked 12th on the list this year. This is the same as it was in 2022, but we dropped down from our position of 11th in 2020. The highest we've been in the last decade was in 2016, when we were ranked ninth globally.
With the largest economy in Australia, Sydney is also the financial centre of the country and the headquarter of several multinational corporations.
Australia is colloquially known as "the Land Down Under" (or just "Down Under"), which derives from the country's position in the Southern Hemisphere, at the antipodes of the United Kingdom.
Melbourne is Australia's most liveable city
There are many reasons why life in Melbourne is so highly valued: there are multiple public transport options, relatively low crime rates, and plenty of jobs. Plus, it offers an awesome arts and culture scene, first-rate universities and an easy lifestyle.
People moving to Melbourne from around Australia
Sydneysiders moving to Melbourne are attracted to the cheaper house prices and the better cost of living, Parr said. “There's an affordability factor.”
Australia's most liveable city is now also the friendliest in the world, according to a new report. Melbourne has been hailed for its kind inhabitants and inclusive culture, with the city taking top spot against its global peers, according to the Benchmarking Melbourne 2023 report released on Thursday.
So Melbourne is about the same size as London and Paris but has less than half the population.
Sydney beats Melbourne as the most fashionable city in Australia. According to a Global Language Monitor survey, Sydney sits comfortably at number 8 in the global fashion capital rankings, 18 places ahead of Melbourne who stumble in at 26.
Adelaide with its graceful buildings and abundant parkland is sometimes described as the most British, even English, of Australian cities.