Australia is perhaps the most unique continent and country on planet Earth, with its immensely indigenous population and eco-system, stemming back to tens of thousands of years ago. With cultures unique to the continent, such as Aboriginal, Melanesian and Torres Strait Islander cultures, Australia offers a world of experience that can’t be gained in any other civilization. With climates ranging from tropical, to desert, to grassland, to more temperate regions in the south, Australia is a geographically diverse continent with mass appeal in terms of education, job opportunity, art and entertainment, and overall quality of life. Here are just some of the 10 best places to live in Australia, from the largest cities to the smallest rural gems.
1: Melbourne, Victoria
2: Mackay, Queensland
3: Wodonga, Victoria
4: Wagga Wagga, New South Wales
5: Brisbane, Queensland
6: Adelaide, South Australia
7: Sydney, New South Wales
8: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
9: Gold Coast, Queensland
10: Perth, Western Australia