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** Top 10 Ranking, Booking.com, 2025
^ Corelogic Quarterly Rental Review January 2025 Median weekly unit rent
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9th most liveable city in the world*
Lower rent than Sydney, Melbourne and Perth^
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Vy: Building a Career in Adelaide's Tech Sector
Vy, from Vietnam, completed a Bachelor of Mathematical and Computer Sciences (Data Science) at The University of Adelaide, now known as Adelaide University. Her degree provided strong foundations in programming, data science and statistics, supported by industry-focused learning and mentorship.
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Wathnak: From High School Student in Adelaide to Award-Winning Counsellor
Wathnak, from Cambodia, completed SACE at Woodville High School through South Australian Government Schools. His studies and community involvement paved the way for a mental health career. Today, he’s a counsellor and psychotherapist in Adelaide, honoured with awards including Adelaide City Council’s Young Citizen of the Year.
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Wenqi: A Cookery Journey at Le Cordon Bleu
Born in China, Wenqi is studying a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery at Le Cordon Bleu in Adelaide. From working as a chef at 2KW Bar and Restaurant to winning medals in the Australian Culinary Federation National Apprentice Competition. She has embraced every opportunity in Adelaide's well-known food and wine scene.
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Yen: From Artist to UI Designer
Yen, from Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, moved to Adelaide in 2018 to study a Bachelor of Design (Illustration and Animation) at the University of South Australia, now known as Adelaide University. After graduating in 2022, she enhanced her skills with a UI for Mobile Game course and now works full-time as a UI Designer at Tantalus South. She aspires to progress to mid and senior artist roles in the gaming industry.
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Nicky: Fulfilling a Childhood Dream
Nicky, from Hong Kong, arrived in Adelaide in January 2016. She completed the last two years of schooling at Norwood International High School and completed her Bachelor of Arts degree in Performing Arts and Screen Studies in 2020. Since then, Nicky has performed at the Adelaide Festival, OzAsia Festival, and the Adelaide Fringe and has become a published reviewer.
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Rishi: Building a Career in Technology and Analytics
Born and raised in India, Rishi is now completing a Master’s in Business Analytics at the University of Adelaide, now known as Adelaide University. With a passion for technology and analytics, alongside his studies, Rishi is currently working as a Data Analyst Intern at Think Digital.
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Adelaide is the capital city of South Australia, a state in Australia.
Around 1.4 million people live in Adelaide according to the the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
With lower rent, food and public transport costs than most major Australian cities, you’ll be able to afford more of the wonderful lifestyle that Australia has to offer.
We've compiled a guide about the cost of living in Adelaide which covers things like accommodation, transport, food, utilities, entertainment and more.
There are direct internartional flights to Adelaide from Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Doha, Denpasar, Nadi, and Auckland.
International Flights to Adelaide
International carriers include Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand.
Domestic Flights to Adelaide
There are also direct domestic connections with all other major Australian cities as well on Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia.
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There are three public universities in Adelaide - Adelaide University, Flinders University and University of Sunshine Coast.
A private university called Torrens University also has a campus in Adelaide.
There are also world-class vocational institutes like TAFE SA and high-quality SA Government Schools.
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* Global Liveability Index, Economist Intelligence Unit, 2025
^ Corelogic Quarterly Rental Review January 2025 Median weekly unit rent