Queensland
Queensland is Australia's fastest growing state with over 1500 people moving there each week; 1,000 of these people are choosing to live in the southern part of Queensland. The capital city is Brisbane which has a population of approximately 2 million people and is Australia's third most populated city.
Geographically Queensland is Australia's second largest state, accounting for 25% of Australia's total land mass which is second only to Western Australia and encompasses 1,730,648 square kilometers.
Queensland's economy has consistently outperformed most other states and has also received significant Federal Government investment. Queensland's housing market has grown rapidly and their tourism, mining and primary industries have been major contributors to their vibrant economy. The recent increased demand for ethanol fuel has also greatly benefited Queensland's sugar cane growers.
A whopping 70% of Australia's tourist infrastructure is located in Queensland. The Gold Coast is home to DREAMWORLD, SEAWORLD, MOVIE WORLD, WET'N'WILD and WHITE WATER WORLD. Some popular sporting international events include the Gold Coast Indy Gran Prix and the Quicksilver Pro surfing championship.
The most popular tourist destinations in Queensland are the Gold Coast, North and South Stradbroke Islands, Hervey Bay/Fraser Island, Sunshine Coast, Whitsunday Islands, The Great barrier Reef and far North Queensland which includes Cairns, Port Douglas, Cooktown and The Daintree.
Queensland has become popular with investors, holiday makers, families and the over 55's for retirement living. Increasingly more people are choosing Queensland as their retirement destination because of the mild temperatures, affordable retirement accommodation combined with a relaxed, carefree lifestyle. Noosa on the beautiful Sunshine Coast has become particularly popular with people seeking the ideal retirement lifestyle.
Queensland is nicknamed the "Sunshine State" because of its famous fine weather which provides mild temperatures all year-round in comparison with other states.
The Australian Bureau of Meteorology annual statistics report that Brisbane averages 135 clear days versus 104 for Sydney and only 46 clear days for Melbourne.
Brisbane averages just 97 cloudy days, Sydney averages 133.5 cloudy days and Melbourne averages 181 cloudy days.
Warm temperatures are most beneficial for those suffering from muscular conditions, arthritis, heart conditions and reduced blood circulation. Noosa offers its residents a stable, temperate climate all year-round.
Laguna Estate located in beautiful Noosa; is offering some very affordable retirement housing with the choice of villas and serviced apartments. There are some excellent deals on offer from Laguna Estate for those looking for affordable retirement living.
Why not come and see for yourself why Noosa on the Queensland Sunshine Coast is one of the Australia's premier retirement destinations?