Sydney Profile
Sydney is a vibrant city nestled within the shores of spectacular Sydney Harbour at the foot of the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge. Known as the 'Harbour City', Sydney is the largest city in Australia with a population of 22,000 in central Sydney and 4 million people in greater Sydney.
Sydney It is also the home of residents from 150 representative countries, contributing to a diverse cultural, dining, shopping, sporting and entertainment experience for students and tourists alike.
Located on the south-east coast of Australia, Sydney has certainly earned its reputation for being a fun, lively, safe and friendly city. Its natural beauty, spectacular coastline, waterways and bushland, diverse culture, great food, and enviable indoor/outdoor lifestyle make it a desirable location for all.
There are 37 beaches along Sydney Metropolitan's coastline, from Palm Beach in the north to Cronulla in the south. This includes the two most famous beaches - Bondi and Manly. The majority of these beaches are within 30 minutes from the city centre by public transport.
Sydney's Entertainment and Creative Industries has also earned the city international recognition as an ideal filming location. Most recently, it contributed to the success of productions such as the epic Superman Returns, the Matrix, Moulin Rouge, Happy Feet and Australia.
Sydney is home to major production houses and entertainment venues including Fox Studios, ACER Arena, Entertainment Quarter and the Entertainment Centre.
