The "Lucky Country"
As a developed country with a strong economy, many well paid jobs and a high standard of living, Australia is frequently featured as one of the best countries in the world to live in. The OECD’s Better Life Index ranks Australia seventh (OECD Better Life Index) and is home to some of the world’s most liveable cities.
Lifestyle Options
Australia can offer you all the lifestyle options you could dream of thanks to its great natural landscapes, beautiful scenery and its vibrant multicultural cities. From the beach life, to the laid back rural areas, to the most liveable and greenest cities in the world, to the alternate living options. You can count on low air pollution and a pleasant climate nearly all year round. Australia is also considered one of the safest countries on the planet. It has low levels of crime and efficient police forces.
Work-Life Balance
There is a balanced view to work making it possible to enjoy a rich personal life alongside your career. Work-life balance is valued in Australia and time off is seen as essential rather than an indulgence. Australians are known for their laid-back lifestyle, and parties, gatherings, and family picnics are important parts of the daily life.
The Health system
Australia’s health system is among the best in the world allowing you to be able to confidently count on access to care if something arises, including with an Overseas Visitor Health Cover (private health insurance for temporary visas). Medicare (public health system) is also available to individuals who come from countries that have a Reciprocal Health Care Agreement with Australia.
Career Opportunities
The average annual salary in Australia is 90,800 AUD (65,000 USD), which is relatively high. Thanks to the current “brain drain” following the 20 months Covid-19-related international border closure and the current “great resignation” trend happening in most companies around the country, there are plenty of opportunities for skilled migrants. There are 600 occupations on the skilled occupations list that you could fall into and plans to increase significantly the yearly number of skilled migrants allowed in to fill the current country’s skill shortages. Although there is high demand for skilled migrants, searching a job requires advice both on an immigration and a career perspective to maximise success.
The Educational system
If you have children, Australia offers a high-quality educational system and holistic learning methodologies. The UN’s education index lists Australia as second in the world. Academic results are not the only factor that the Australian education system teaches, with equal emphasis on how students communicate in public, interact, learn, do in sports etc. While English is the main language of instruction in the Australian education system, many schools offer programs in other languages and bilingual programs.
Community Life
Concerning the public sphere, there is a strong sense of community and high levels of civic participation in Australia, with plenty of volunteering opportunities should you want to take action in an area that you are driven by.
The Food Scene
Australia’s food scene is a wonderful mix of fresh produce (think farm-to-table and freshly caught seafood), native Indigenous ingredients, innovative food festivals and award-winning restaurants pushing the limits on culinary creativity. The dining landscape is a mix of an open, inquisitive take on food, quality ingredients and global food influences, but Australians also stay true to their roots and love a good BBQ and a humble road trip snack. Australia is also home to world-known wineries visited by people all over the world.
