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NSW - high quality, low cost living

Australia's cost of living is low compared to many other countries. On a purchasing power parity basis (adjusting for differences in price levels), Australia's GDP per capita is level with Japan and higher than that of Hong Kong, the United Kingdom and Singapore.

Use www.ozforex.com.au or www.yourmortgage.com.au calculators to get an idea of the cost of everyday living in your country's currency.

NSW has a sophisticated, modern economy and the cost of living in the State is highly competitive when compared with other areas in the Asia Pacific.

Groceries
Australia is famous for its high-quality, well-priced food products, and its abundance of fresh local produce including meat, fish and vegetables. Grocery websites will give you an idea of the cost of your weekly food bill.

  • Woolworths is one of the biggest, nationwide food retailers. Browse their food products and prices here.
  • Coles is another major supermarket chain with stores around the country.
  • Shopfast is a major online food ordering service.
  • GreenGrocer.com.au delivers fresh fruit, vegetables and dairy produce to your door if you live in Sydney.

Department stores
To get an idea of the cost of items such as towels, sheets, kitchenware, toiletries and clothing visit the websites of department stores David Jones or Myer.

Petrol (Gasoline)
The Australian Automobile Association compiles figures on petrol prices and updates them regularly.

Cars
For information on new and second-hand car prices and to see the range of manufacturers who sell in the Australian market look at www.drive.com.au. For additional information on the cost of motoring in NSW, visit www.nrma.com.au.