Brisbane has the fastest growing population of all Australian cities and is the third largest capital. Its sub tropical climate makes Brisbane one of Australia's most popular holiday destinations. Brisbane's population is approximately 2 million.
The city is cosmopolitan, has a vibrant yet relaxed outdoor feel with plenty of restaurants, bars and cafes.
Major industries include mining, agriculture and tourism.
Sydney is Australia's largest city and home to some of Australia's most famous landmarks including Sydney Harbour, Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach. Sydney has a warm temperate climate and has a population of over 4 million.
With arguably the greatest proportion of Australia's corporate head-offices, Sydney is the major centre of commercial activity in Australia.
Canberra is the nation's capital. The city seats Federal Parliament and is home to Australia's national institutions. The climate in Canberra is cooler compared to other Australian cities with Canberra being located approximately 150 kilometres north of the Australian snowfields. The population of Canberra is 325,000.
Whilst relatively small from a population perspective, over half of Australia's IT expenditure originates out of Canberra. The Australian Government is a sophisticated user of IT products and services.
Melbourne is Australia's second largest capital city and home to some of Australia's best cafes and restaurants. Melbourne has great events and has a passion for food and wine. Melbourne is located on Port Phillip Bay in Australia's South East and has a population of over 3.5 million.
Melbourne rivals Sydney as a base for Australia's corporate head offices, particularly in the banking, insurance and financial services sector. Telstra, Australia's dominant telecommunications provider also has its head office in Melbourne.
Darwin is Australia's most northern capital city, located on the northwest coast of Australia. Darwin is named after the famous scientist Charles Darwin and is Australia's only tropical capital city. Darwin is commonly referred to as the 'Top End' and has a population of just over 110,000.
Darwin, although relatively small, is a northern gateway to South East Asia. It is a transport hub, centre for mining, centre for the oil and gas industry in the Timor basin, and defence industry has a major presence. Agriculture and tourism also contribute strongly to the economy.
Nestled on the banks of the Swan River, Perth is the only major city on the west coast of Australia. Perth enjoys a Mediterranean style climate and has some of Australia's best cultural and artistic centres. The population of Perth is 1.5 million.
Perth is a centre for mining, oil and gas, agriculture and tourism and has a very buoyant economy.
Adelaide is Australia's fifth largest capital city with a population of 1.28 million. Steeped in history, Adelaide is one of Australia's few planned capital cities with its modern layout first envisioned as early as 1837. Known for its long beachfronts, numerous festivals and distinct culture, Adelaide continues to rank among the most liveable cities in the world.
Adelaide is noted for its large defence and manufacturing sectors