Living in Australia
Beautiful beaches, good climate giving plenty of potential for a life in the great outdoors. Australia has varied geography from mountains and amazing ancient rock formations to rain forests, fertile to deserts, coastal strips and coral reefs. More swimming, more surfing, more diving, more sun, great social life and basically an all round enviable life style.
Australia is the sixth largest country in the world and has the lowest population density per square kilometre. The most commonly spoken languages (other than English) are Italian, Greek, Cantonese, Arabic, Vietnamese and Mandarin. 99% of the population are of European or Asian descent.
Space abounds and the variable climate and outdoor lifestyle makes for an easy-going working and leisure environment. Affordable property and generally good employment prospects make Australia one of the number one destinations for British people looking to escape overcrowding and competitive job markets.
Availability of information, and the fact that many people wanting to move to Australia have already experienced the country as tourists, takes the edge of any uncertainty.
Top 10 Citizenships of migrants 2010 – 11
Source: The Report on Migration Program 2009-10 is available on
the Department of Immigration and Citizenship Website at www.immi.gov.au/media/statistics
Australia is a natural wonderland of beautiful beaches, crystal blue waters,
amazing ancient rock formations and pristine rainforests.
Australia is the sixth largest country in the world and has the lowest population density per square kilometre.
Australia has 16 world heritage listed properties with its historic townships,
bustling cities, vivid landscapes and exotic flora and fauna all adding
to its unique appeal.
Much of Australia's exotic flora and fauna cannot be found anywhere else
in the world and the lifestyle is one second to none.
The culture and customs consists of a rich tapestry of nationalities including traditions, legends, myths and folklore. The indigenous 'Dream time' forms the base of tens of thousands of years of spiritual aboriginal art and culture.
In Australia over 200 different languages and
dialects are spoken, including 45 indigenous languages. The most commonly
spoken languages (other than English) are Italian, Greek, Cantonese,
Arabic, Vietnamese and Mandarin.