Beachside suburbs like Coogee and Bondi come out on top for liveability. Close enough to the city centre while existing in their own bubble, these coastal hotspots offer exquisite views and a space to breathe away from the commotion. For trendy inner-city living, try Paddington and Potts Point.
Sydney is still the most expensive city in Australia — you'll pay around a quarter more for living expenses in Sydney than if you lived in Darwin or Melbourne, and even more if you stayed in Adelaide or Hobart. The overall costs of living in Adelaide and Hobart are very similar.
Port Lincoln, South Australia
The seafood capital of the country has plenty to offer when it comes to affordable living, and not just in the way of house prices.
Tasmania. Tasmania was named the 'bogan capital of Australia' with Taswegians earning four spots in the final. On the island of Tasmania, half the population has literacy and/or numeracy difficulties, and the unemployment rate is higher than it is in mainland Australia.
Perth's Australia Day's are hardly ever rainy
Perth arguably has the best Australia Day weather, experiencing just 8 Australia Day's of rain since 1900 with an average of 2.9mm of rain falling on these days. It also has the highest average maximum temperature at 30.4°C with 61 of the past 116 Australia Days above 30°C.
Australians over 65, who live in Queensland, own a house and pet are the happiest people in the country, according to new NAB insights.
Woorabinda, west of Gladstone, was ranked the most disadvantaged LGA in the country, followed by Cherbourg, about an hour west of Gympie in the state's south. Yarrabah, Kowanyama, Wujal Wujal and Doomadgee, all in the state's north, were also ranked in the 10 most disadvantaged areas in Australia.
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.
Perth has been named the friendliest city in Australia. True story!
“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.
Northern Territory is the top region by homicide rate in Australia. As of 2022, homicide rate in Northern Territory was 8.9 per 100,000 population. The top 5 regions also includes Queensland, Tasmania, Western Australia, and New South Wales. The description is composed by our digital data assistant.
Australia's most expensive suburbs will shock you with how much they cost. Image: Canva. Australia's most expensive suburbs by median house price are all concentrated in Sydney, the most expensive city in Australia, and one of the most expensive in the world.
More than 80 per cent of Australians live within the coastal zone.
The Big Bogan in the town of Nyngan stands proud with his mullet, stubbies, singlet and a Southern Cross tattoo. A fishing enthusiast, this five-metre tall icon stands with his fishing rod, his catch of the day and an esky at his thonged feet.
Tassie mates Darren Williams and Andrew Elkins were both awarded the title of Australia's Greatest Bogan from celebrity judges Angry Anderson, Jonesy, Miss Nude Australia, Tahir Bilgic, Jacko, Chris Franklin, Derek Boyer and Rob Shehadie.
Here are a few affordable places to consider: Tasmania: With its beautiful landscapes, affordable housing, and low cost of living, Tasmania is a popular choice for retirees. Adelaide: Adelaide has a mild climate and a lower cost of living compared to other major cities in Australia.
Find out how WA compares to the other states and territories in Australia." Western Australia has retained the title of most affordable place in the country for renting and is the most affordable state in the country for housing, according to a new report by the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA).
The worst performing states are Tasmania, with incomes 26% below the national income and wealth average, as well as South Australia which is 19% below the average household income and 20% below the national net wealth.