Live in Sydney, Australia

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Sydney, Australia is a vast, sprawling metropolis of more than 4.5 million inhabitants spread over a landscape that is delineated by seemingly endless and visually stunning rivers, harbours, bays and beaches within the 1,100 square kilometers (700 square miles) that falls within its boundaries. Thought by many to be the most beautiful major city in the world and always at the top of the list of most livable metropolitan areas, Sydney is also an important economic and cultural center. Virtually every corporation with a footprint in Australia houses operations in Sydney and iconic landmarks such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House attract visitors and immigrants from every corner of the globe. English is the official language of Australia but within Sydney are many diversified neighborhoods that find expats communicating in over 200 different native languages. Sydneysiders, as the gregarious residents are known, enjoy an outdoor lifestyle with an unmatched collection of water oriented activities, sports venues and recreational opportunities along with scenic mountains and national parks just beyond the city limits. Since the turn of the 21stcentury the cost of living in Sydney has risen from a moderate level to one of the highest in the world, due in no small part to the strong local currency that is bolstered by the significant natural resources found in Australia. As with most major cities, housing within the Central Business District (CBD) and surrounding neighborhoods can be quite expensive with somewhat lower costs found in suburban locations. High-cost neighborhoods can be found throughout the city, though, as magnificent view oriented properties are seemingly around nearly every corner. Most Sydneysiders regularly avail themselves of the convenient, cheap and reliable public transportation opportunities which includes Ferries, Buses, Light Rail, Trains and an impressive fleet of taxis. Most residents of Sydney also own automobiles with a modern system of highways and toll roads supplementing many narrow, one-way streets in the CBD. Sydney is also home to most of the prominent educational facilities in Australia. Many of the most famous galleries, botanical gardens, libraries and historical sites in Sydney are within walking distance of each other with many open to the public free of charge. Immigration policies of Australia have historically been among the most liberal in the world; nearly 25% of the population of the country was born elsewhere. Special residency programs for skilled workers, professionals and entrepreneurs as well as significant refugee and humanitarian outreach schemes are among the highlights. A Working Holiday visa program is also included as one of the most popular options allowing younger people the ability to live and work in Australia for up to 12 months. Immigration policies are age weighted with younger applicants earning a higher priority. If your fantasies include the goal to Live in Sydney to participate in the booming economy and relaxed lifestyle “Down Under” then add this dream to your list today and start exploring the options that can make it possible.

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