The warm Australian climate is typically conducive to an outdoor lifestyle, meaning many Australians will spend large amounts of time either at the beach or in parks or participating in sport. Australia’s fantastic lifestyle, great weather, cosmopolitan society, and many, many opportunities for work and play make it one of the most desirable nations on Earth in which to live.

Many people, tourists,students and migrants alike,are drawn to the diverse and welcoming culture of Australia – a product of a rich, multicultural society. When planning to live, work, study or visit a diverse country such as Australia, being aware of the culture is extremely important to ensure you get the most out of your travel.

The population of Australia is estimated to be 24,914,600 as of 25 April 2018. Since the early 19th century, people of European descent have formed the vast majority of the population in Australia. Today, Australians of British and other European ancestries are the dominant majority in Australia, estimated at 85–92% of the total population.