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Sydney will still prove popular with migrants, and the importance of decentralisation of Australia might see more of them settle in cities other than the big two (Adelaide, Perth, Hobart, Ballarat, Canberra, Townsville, Mount Isa etc).
Sydney will still prove popular with migrants, and the importance of decentralisation of Australia might see more of them settle in cities other than the big two (Adelaide, Perth, Hobart, Ballarat, Canberra, Townsville, Mount Isa etc).
Most of international arrivals come to Sydney. I read somewhere that Melbourne’s population is growing more than Sydney’s because a lot of Sydneysiders are actually migrating to Melbourne because of the lower cost of housing and transport. I just checked prices to rent in popular suburbs of Melbourne such as Fitzroy and Carlton and they are definitely more affordable than places like Surry Hills and Paddington. Same with public transport. Especially for students, that make a big difference. If only Melbourne would have a more stable weather ;(
Most of international arrivals come to Sydney. I read somewhere that Melbourne’s population is growing more than Sydney’s because a lot of Sydneysiders are actually migrating to Melbourne because of the lower cost of housing and transport. I just checked prices to rent in popular suburbs of Melbourne such as Fitzroy and Carlton and they are definitely more affordable than places like Surry Hills and Paddington. Same with public transport. Especially for students, that make a big difference. If only Melbourne would have a more stable weather ;(
These days Melbourne actually gets more immigrants as well. This is the latese abs release on the matter. Brisbane actually picks up most of the internal migrants.
I don't think that by having a bigger population, Melbourne will automatically become the global city of Australia. Melbourne is set to overtake Sydney's population, but Sydney continues to be the major economic hub of Australia (holding the majority of international HQs in Australia), and tourist destination.
That's not necessarily a bad thing, Melbourne has growing pains but still has a lot of liveable and affordable suburbs. It's a great place to live and will continue to be so with improved infrastructure.
Sydney will still remain Australia's tourist magnet. It's landmarks and natural surroundings surpass those of Melbourne quite a bit. When thinking of Aussie landmarks, the first things that come to mind are the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.
I agree with above. Internationally there is nowhere within Australia more known than Sydney. It is an icon. As such it will likely always capture the lion's share of tourism.
Melbourne on the other hand seems to have taken over as the migrant preferred destination. It is the main point of arrival for the largest components from The Sub Continent. Besides cost factors, being cheaper than Sydney, there is the push/pull factor as well to be considered. That refers to the more numerate a migrant group is the more likely it is to attract further migrants from that region.
Melbourne is the preferred destination for those not only from India, but Nepal and Sri Lanka.
If Melbourne does overtake Sydney in population, and it can close the gap economically (there's still a large gap between the two economically), I guess it'll be more like a Sao Paolo - Rio de Janeiro dynamic between the two. Afaik Sao Paolo's the population and economic centre but Rio's still the city that draws the most international attention simply because it's more iconic.
If Melbourne does overtake Sydney in population, and it can close the gap economically (there's still a large gap between the two economically), I guess it'll be more like a Sao Paolo - Rio de Janeiro dynamic between the two. Afaik Sao Paolo's the population and economic centre but Rio's still the city that draws the most international attention simply because it's more iconic.
Exactly, or Madrid and Barcelona. Cape Town and Johannesburg.
Most of international arrivals come to Sydney. I read somewhere that Melbourne’s population is growing more than Sydney’s because a lot of Sydneysiders are actually migrating to Melbourne because of the lower cost of housing and transport. I just checked prices to rent in popular suburbs of Melbourne such as Fitzroy and Carlton and they are definitely more affordable than places like Surry Hills and Paddington. Same with public transport. Especially for students, that make a big difference. If only Melbourne would have a more stable weather ;(
I often feel the same about Melbourne but i always have to stop and remind myself: there are palms in Melbourne. How bad could the winter be? I think a lot better than northern U.S., Canada, and European cites.
I often feel the same about Melbourne but i always have to stop and remind myself: there are palms in Melbourne. How bad could the winter be? I think a lot better than northern U.S., Canada, and European cites.
Palm trees are hardier than most people think. I've seen them growing in the UK.
I often feel the same about Melbourne but i always have to stop and remind myself: there are palms in Melbourne. How bad could the winter be? I think a lot better than northern U.S., Canada, and European cites.
Yes, Melbourne’s climate is a lot less harsh than those found in Canada and the northern US.
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