Two Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) reports, released today, show: NSW EDs performed better than any other state or territory in Australia during this very challenging time, with the most patients seen on time and the lowest wait times.
Sydney, NSW
They also place the highest priority on their wellness compared to the rest of Australia, with 70% of Sydneysiders stated that wellness is a high priority for them.
Living in Melbourne
Melbourne is considered by some to be the best city to live in Australia, and has even been ranked as the world's most livable city more than once. It's home to a thriving live music scene, late-night bars and laneways dotted with cafés and coffee shops.
Massachusetts, California and New York are the states with the top three best healthcare systems in the country, according to the analysis. The Bay State has the best patient-to-dentist ratio and patient-to-mental health provider ratio out of all 50 states.
“Due to a combination of a dozen health-related factors, California is the number one healthiest state in 2022,” according to the study.
Canberra is the happiest capital of Australia, according to research.
Sydney prides itself on safety, deep culture, and friendly communities. It is considered the fifth safest city in the world and Australia's safest city.
Cold Coast
Gold Coast is one of the cheapest places to live in Australia (89th globally). It is known for its high-standard education and academia and its budget-friendly living.
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“The friendliest city in Australia awards goes to Perth, thanks to its lively locals, engaging social scene and ease of access for first-time visitors. Perth is a wonderfully vibrant and social place to be.
Western Australia is the top region by GDP per capita in Australia. As of 2021, GDP per capita in Western Australia was 135,479 $. The top 5 regions also includes Australian Capital Territory, Northern Territory, New South Wales, and Victoria.
Victoria leads the economic rankings, closely followed by the ACT and Tasmania, with Queensland not far behind in fourth position, with little separating the top four positions.
Hawaii is the top state for health care in the U.S. It has the best health outcomes in the country, with low preventable death (47 per 100,000 people), diabetes mortality and obesity rates. However, the state ranks fairly low for accessibility (No. 31). Iowa is the second-best state for health care.
The worst performing states are Tasmania, with incomes 26% below the national income and wealth average, as well as South Australia which is 19% below the average household income and 20% below the national net wealth.
Australia crime rates: Canberra
This city has one of the lowest crime rates in all of Australia. Canberra is also one of the safest cities globally, and the crime rate here is below the national average. According to data, the crime experienced by the city is very low.
The city of Perth has the best weather/climate in Australia. The city enjoys a temperate Mediterranean climate with hot and dry summers and mild but wet winters. Perth is also the sunniest capital city in Australia and is considered one of the hottest experiencing over 250+ days of sunny blue skies.
Beachside suburbs like Coogee and Bondi come out on top for liveability. Close enough to the city centre while existing in their own bubble, these coastal hotspots offer exquisite views and a space to breathe away from the commotion. For trendy inner-city living, try Paddington and Potts Point.
Based on our analysis, the fittest state in America is Colorado, followed by Connecticut, Vermont, Utah, and Montana.
South Dakota topped the list of states with the most expensive health care, while Michigan is the cheapest. Forbes Advisor's analysis found that the eastern part of the country is where you may find the most expensive health care costs.