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Why is Australia a Favourite to so Many People?
The Australian Bureau of Statistics states that in the year 2005-2006 alone 180,000 people migrated to Australia permanently. Since 1945 around 6.5 million people have come to Australia as new migrants. And do you know that nearly one in four (24%) Australian residents were born overseas?[1]
Australia's strong growing economy, geographical advantage, political stability, democracy, safe and multicultural environment is a sure attraction to thousands. Here are some reasons why many people love Australia:
1. "The Lucky Country"
Australia is often called "The Lucky Country" for many reasons. It's famous for its spacious surroundings, high standard of living, excellent health and education systems, temperate climate, wide and varied landscape, economic stability, and a general quality of life that are envied around the world.[2]
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2. World-Class Education
Australia is home to many world class universities. Australia attracts the third largest number of international students in the English-speaking world after the USA and UK. In some countries Australia is the students' first choice study destination.[4]
3. Safe, Clean and Healthy
Australia's strong economy has resulted in one of the best healthcare systems globally. The life expectancy of Australians is among the top 5 nations in the world. Australia's fresh air, clean environment and surplus in healthy produce all contribute to a healthy and satisfying lifestyle.
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4. Career Advancement and Growth Opportunities
Many companies in Asia Pacific have headquarters in Australia. Australia has been ranked the most resilient economy in the world for 5 of the past 6 years (IMDWCY 2007).[6] The Australian Bureau of Statitics measures the current unemployment rate to be 4.4%[8], its "lowest level in 32 years" (Former Prime Minister John Howard[9]).
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5. Cost-Competitive Country
In a recent survey of 128 cities in ten countries, Australia ranked as the second most cost competitive nation, with a cost advantage of 8% over the United States. Business costs were lower in Australia than in Germany, Japan, the US, UK, Italy, France, and the Netherlands (KPMG 2006).[7]
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6. "Sports Crazy"!
In many ways Australia seems to be the sports and outdoor activity capital of the world. Australia is the 3rd country in winning the most Olympic medals by population.[10] Australia also holds the record for the most number of Ashes games won in a row (19).[11]
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References:
1. http://www.abs.gov.au/AUSSTATS
2. http://www.migrationexpert.com
3.http://www.workingin- australia.com/info/540
4. http://studyinaustralia.gov.au
5. http://www.aihw.gov.au/publicat
9. http://www.workingin-australia
10. http://www.geocommons.com/workspace/show/2680
11. http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20061215081641AAwkcyR
12. http://www.australianexplorer
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