Local Information - Sydney & Surrounds

Sydney is the largest, oldest and most cosmopolitan city in Australia with a population of approximately 4.5 million, and an enviable reputation as one of the world's most beautiful and liveable cities. Brimming with history, nature, culture, art, fashion, cuisine, design, and set next to miles of ocean coastline and sandy surf beaches, the city centre is beside the beautiful harbour, featuring the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge, two of the world’s best known landmarks.

Sydney is a major global city and one of the most important cities for finance in the Asia-Pacific. Sydney hosted the last Olympics of the old millennium, and continues to attract and host large international events.

Sydney is a vast sprawling city, and the suburbs in the city metropolitan area spread for up to 100km from the compact city centre. The metropolitan area is surrounded by national parks, and the coastal regions feature many bays, rivers, inlets and beaches.

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