Australian cities by population

Australia is the largest country in the southern hemisphere and one of the countries with the lowest population density in the world. Australia's population is mainly concentrated in the southeast coastal area, with several large cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, etc. So, how is Australia's urban population ranked? This article will introduce the ten most populous cities in Australia, as well as their characteristics and charms based on data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics¹.

1. Sydney

Sydney is the capital of New South Wales, Australia, and the largest city in Australia, with an area of 12,368.19 square kilometers and a population of about 5.03 million. Sydney has highly developed financial, manufacturing and tourism industries, and has been rated as one of the most livable cities in the world by the United Nations Human Settlements Program for many consecutive years. It is a first-tier city in the world. Sydney is also the host city of many important international sporting events, including the 1938 Commonwealth Games, the 2000 Sydney Olympics and the 2003 World Cup Rugby. Sydney's iconic buildings include the famous Harbour Bridge and Opera House, both of which are located in the beautiful Sydney Harbour and are must-sees for tourists.

2. Melbourne

Melbourne is located on the southern coast of Australia. It is the capital of Victoria, the federal state of Australia, and the second largest city in Australia. It covers an area of 8,831 square kilometers and has a population of 5 million. Melbourne is the cultural, artistic and industrial center of Australia and the most prestigious cultural city in the southern hemisphere. Its urban greening rate is as high as 40%, and its environment is very elegant. It has won the United Nations Habitat Award and has been rated as the "most livable city in the world" by the Economist Intelligence Unit for many consecutive years. It is also a world-famous tourist city and international metropolis. Melbourne hosts a variety of cultural and art festivals, sports events and business activities every year, such as the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, the Melbourne Cup Horse Racing Festival, and the Melbourne Fashion Week.

3. Brisbane

Brisbane, also known as Brisbane, is the capital of Queensland, Australia, and the third largest city in Australia, with a total area of 15,826 square kilometers and a metropolitan population of more than 2.1 million. Brisbane is a famous sports city, having hosted the 1982 Commonwealth Games, the 1988 World Expo, the 2001 World Friendship Games, the 1996, 2003, 2007, 2011 Asia Pacific Cities Summits and the 2014 G20 Summit; and the host city of the 2032 Summer Olympics is Brisbane, Australia. Brisbane has a subtropical monsoon climate, with sunshine all year round and humid air, making it suitable for tourism all year round. The tourist attractions here include Paradise Farm, skydiving, surfing and many other outdoor projects, and it is also a surfer's paradise.

4. Perth

Perth is the capital of Western Australia, Australia, with an area of 5,386 square kilometers and a total population of 2.06 million in the Perth metropolitan area. Perth has a vast living space and a high level of quality of life, and is ranked among the best cities to live in every year. Perth is located in the Mediterranean climate region on the west coast of the Australian continent, and is also a place where black swans gather. It is known as the "Black Swan City", and there is a black swan on the logo of the Western Australian Tourism Bureau. Perth's economy is mainly based on mining, agriculture and tourism, and it is one of the richest cities in Australia.

5. Adelaide

Adelaide is the capital of South Australia and has been rated as one of the most livable cities in the world for many years, along with Melbourne. Adelaide is a port city in southern Australia, covering an area of 2,000 square kilometers and with a population of 1.8 million. Adelaide's economy is mainly based on manufacturing, military industry and research, and its educational resources are also very good. Due to its mild climate and distinct four seasons, the tourism industry is also very prosperous.

6. Gold Coast

Gold Coast is a city in southern Queensland, Australia, with a population of 638,000. It borders Brisbane in the north and Tweed Heads in New South Wales in the south. It is also a famous holiday resort on the east coast of Australia. Gold Coast has a subtropical monsoon climate, with sunshine and humid air all year round. It is suitable for tourism all year round. The tourist attractions here include more than 50 kilometers of beaches, numerous national parks, zoos, marine parks and ecological farms.

7. Newcastle

Newcastle, also known as Newcastle, has 310,000 inhabitants² and is the most populous city in Australia and the second oldest city in New South Wales. The entire city is built around a huge seaport. Newcastle is located at the mouth of the Hunter River and is one of the largest ports in use in Australia. Newcastle has convenient transportation and rich resources. It is a famous tourist city in Australia with almost no off-season for tourism.

8. Canberra Population

Canberra is the capital of the Commonwealth of Australia and the eighth largest city in Australia, with an area of 814.2 square kilometers and a population of about 432,000. Canberra is located in an open valley in the mountainous area of southeastern Australia, 280 kilometers and 660 kilometers away from Sydney and Melbourne respectively. Canberra is a highly planned city with wide streets, beautiful gardens and lakes, modern buildings and facilities, and is known as the "Garden City". Canberra is Australia's political, cultural, educational and scientific research center, with important institutions and attractions such as the Australian Parliament House, the Prime Minister's Office, the Supreme Court, the National Museum, the National Library, and the National Gallery. Canberra is also a diverse city with residents from different countries and cultural backgrounds. Various celebrations and festivals are held every year, such as National Day, Australia Day, and the Canberra Balloon Festival.

9. Wollongong Population

Wollongong is the third largest city in New South Wales and the tenth largest city in Australia, with an area of 684 square kilometers and a population of about 202,000. Located 82 kilometers south of Sydney, Wollongong is an important port and industrial city, mainly engaged in steel, coal and machinery manufacturing. Wollongong is also a beautiful coastal city with beautiful beaches, bays and parks, and is a place suitable for leisure and vacation.

10. Hobart

Hobart is the capital and largest port city of Tasmania, located at the mouth of the Derwent River in the southeast of Tasmania, with an area of about 1,700 square kilometers and a population of 235,000. Hobart was founded in 1803, only 16 years later than Sydney. It is the second oldest city in Australia after Sydney. The streets with historical buildings everywhere are interesting. Hobart is also a cultural and artistic capital, hosting various music festivals, art festivals and food festivals every year, attracting many tourists and artists.

转载请注明：Australian Chinese Encyclopedia AU6001.COM » Australian cities by population