New South Wales is the most populous state of Australia, while Tasmania is the least populous state.
Central and western Australia are sparsely populated. Large areas of the Northern Territory and the desert regions are uninhabited. Approximately 40 percent of Australia's interior is desert, where Type B climates dominate.
NSW has the highest population of any state in Australia, with 8,153,000 residents as of 30 June 2022. Nearly a third of all Australians live in NSW, with most living in the Greater Sydney region.
More than 85 per cent of Australians live within 50 kilometres of the coast, making it an integral part of our laid-back lifestyle.
More than 90 percent of Australia's population lives within 100km of the coast. The whole state of Tasmania currently comprises 200,000 households. Australia is adding more than 200,000 households every 16 months.
More than 80 per cent of Australians live within the coastal zone.
With an approximate population of 4.5 million inhabitants, Sydney is the largest and the oldest city in Australia. The first settlers arrived in 1788. Situated on Sydney Harbour and next to Circular Quay, The Rocks is the starting point of European settlement in Australia.
Migration out of Melbourne and Sydney combined to other parts of Australia amounted to 78,000 people in net terms for the 2021-22 financial year alone. At a capital city level, Brisbane was the fastest growing of our capitals, with 2.3% growth, and the largest numerical increase of 59,156 people.
Darwin is Australia's smallest capital city, with a current population of around 144,000.
Wyoming is the least populated state in the U.S. According to the 2020 census, Wyoming has a population of 576,851 people.
One reason behind this large landmass being so desolate is the shortage of rainfall. More than two-third part of the country only receives less than 500 mm annual rain. This arid, uninhabitable part of Australia lies in the middle of the continent (the Outback), away from the coasts.
The city with the lowest population density in Australia is Hobart, which has an average of 125 people per square kilometer. Measuring by states, the ACT has the highest population density (179 people / square km) and the Northern Territory has the lowest (0.2 people / square km).
With a land size of 7,682,300 sq km, Australia is only slightly smaller than the United States. It is the smallest continent on our planet and the 6th largest country. The United States is 9,833,517 sq km making it the fourth largest country in the world.
1. Canberra – Australia's Capital City. Nestled between Sydney and Melbourne, Canberra is not only the capital but also Australia's safest city. With a low crime rate and a small-town vibe, Canberra offers an attractive blend of city living and peaceful suburban life.
The town is an ex-Hydro village and now a residence for Inland Fisheries Services (IFS) and a Tasmania Police station. It is known for its exceptional fishing at nearby Great Lake and hosts several trout fishing events. Liawenee is the coldest permanently-inhabited place in Australia.
Pillinger, Tasmania
Pillinger is an abandoned town on Macquarie Harbour, on Tasmania's west coast. It was constructed in 1897 by Irish prospector James Crotty, who founded North Mount Lyell Company, and it quickly became a thriving port.
Oodnadatta, South Australia
Of course we Aussies don't have to travel far to feel the heat, especially during the Australian summer months. The record for the highest official temperature ever recorded in Australia belongs to the remote outback town of Oodnadatta in South Australia.
1. Perth, In Western Australia. Our #1 pick for the Australian city with the best weather is none other than Perth. Situated in the state of Western Australia (WA), Perth enjoys a dry-summer temperate Mediterranean climate and is popularly referred to as Australia's sunniest capital city.
Victoria's food and fibre export performance
The 2021-22 results cemented Victoria's position as Australia's largest food and fibre exporter by value, accounting for 26 per cent of the national total.
Double Bay (2028) The ritzy and exclusive harbourside suburb, full of upscale boutiques, popular cafes and took the crown not only as the richest postcode in Sydney but also in the whole of Australia.