Sydney
Sydney is the largest and most financially significant city
in Australia. It has a growing reputation which is attracting
more and more tourists each year. Sydney is a sophisticated city
with a great deal to offer its visitors, such as wildlife
parks and sanctuaries, various eateries and drinking establishments
and many stunning beaches. Darling Harbour is one of Sydney's
busiest hotspots offering a range of activities,
restaurants, museums and shopping facilities.
Sydney is currently being promoted as one of the next big
international shopping destinations. In the same vein
as London, New York and Paris, the city is
increasingly becoming known for its wide variety of clothing
stores. The city also hosts many festivals, large and small,
with something to appeal to almost everyone.
One bedroom flats in Sydney start at around £150,000, and
although Sydney has the highest average income in the country
and is one of the most expensive areas to live in Australia, it is
relatively cheap to rent here, and demand is high for these
properties. The high purchase cost and the low-cost rent results in
the yields being around 4.5%.
Melbourne
The second largest city in Australia and the cultural capital of
the country, Melbourne celebrates its diversity with several art
galleries, festivals, live music and a great selection of food
and drink. It is another cosmopolitan city, slightly smaller than
Sydney, and is often referred to as the sporting and cultural
capital of the state of Victoria. The city centre is renowned
for its energy and lifestyle and it is a perfect place to
stroll and experience the variety of culture that is present
here. The Docklands is a new precinct with several shops, bars and
restaurants and is currently a very popular tourist interest. St
Kilda is the beachside suburb of the city with several parks,
gardens, beaches and museums and the area becomes very busy with
tourists during the summer months.
Darwin
Also known as 'the gateway to Asia', Darwin is a multicultural
city which is most commonly known for its sunshine, beaches and
lively nightlife. The wet season between November and April doesn't
attract many tourists, so from May until October is the busiest
season. Darwin offers many museums, galleries and parks to
visit, or the opportunity to spend the day on some good
beaches enjoying different water sports. The city also offers
several historic sites to visit and many sightseeing opportunities.
Many backpackers use Darwin as a base, in order to travel to
nearby attractions such as Kakadu and Litchfield national
parks.
Brisbane
As the third largest city, Brisbane is one of the fastest
growing cities in Australia and is also the capital of the
Queensland region. Brisbane is extremely diverse with areas of
parkland, an artificial beach, and several high rise buildings and
skyscrapers. The Gold Coast is situated between Brisbane and the
New South Wales border and boasts some spectacular beaches which
have proven to be a very popular tourist destination
especially for water sports. With a relaxed atmosphere and friendly
people, Brisbane is a perfect holiday destination for families or
travellers.
Perth
The capital of Western Australia, Perth is a modern city with
most of the western population living in and around the city.
Situated along the Swan River, Perth has several famous landmarks.
The Perth Mint is an historic heritage building that attracts not
only tourists but also locals. Kings Park is 1,000 acres, making it
ideal for walks, picnics and relaxing and is home to numerous
diverse species of animals and birds. There are beaches near the
city that are easily accessible and are particularly
popular with tourists.
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