Why Australia

Quality of Life
Australia is the sixth largest country in the world. It's about 50% larger than Europe but has the lowest population density of any country - only two people per square kilometer. What’s more Australia boasts over 10,000 beaches – more than any other nation.

Add to that, tropical rainforest, rugged mountain ranges and vast tracts of desert, and you’ve got a country that’s rich in contrast and bursting with opportunity. Australia's diversity is yours to enjoy.

With the reverse seasons of the northern hemisphere, Australia enjoys a largely temperate climate similar to South Africa. Most of Australia receives more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year, or an amazing 70% of the total possible hours. Where else can you find a place that has an average of 300 sunny days a year? That’s 300 great reasons to move to Australia!

As a nation we are culturally diverse, dynamic, and innovative. We have an enormous amount to offer migrants and returning Australians. It’s no wonder over 28,000 Brits and South Africans make Australia their new home each year.

To see more of what Australia has to offer check out our photo gallery.

The number of British settlers arriving has more than doubled in just three years, with a 30% rise last year alone.

The UK provided nearly 1 in 5 of every new arrival to Australia in 2006, 23,390, up by almost 5,000 on the previous year.