Prior to this, due to the gold rush at the end of the 19th century, many immigrants poured into Victoria, and it was not until 1905 that Melbourne surpassed Sydney to become Australia’s most populous city.
Sydney is no longer Australia’s largest city by population – a title it has proudly held for over 100 years! It has now been overtaken by Melbourne, which became the most populous city in the country following the boundary change.Due to rapid population growth, the city’s boundaries have been redrawn to include the Melton District Melbourne edge.
The latest government figures show Melbourne’s population of 4,875,400 from June 2021 is 18,700 more than Sydney, bbc report.In its 2022 population statement, the Australian federal government said Melbourne was projected to exceed sydney Become Australia’s largest in less than 10 years, in 2031-32.
Nick Parr, professor of demography at Macquarie University, spoke on the same issue, telling Sydney Radio 2GB“This is because more and more people have moved out of Sydney to other parts of Sydney. Australia, instead of moving in the opposite direction all the time. And in the case of Melbourne, there are some years when more people move to Melbourne than move out. “
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He added that projections showed the populations of both cities would continue to grow, with immigration compensating for the low birth rates in Sydney and Melbourne.
According to Australian National University demographer Liz Allan, much of Melbourne’s rapid growth is due to international migration.Unlike the ‘history hangover’ of an era when Sydney ‘didn’t want to be seen as anyone but white’, Melbourne is known for celebrating diversityshe was quoted as saying bbc.
Prior to this, due to the gold rush at the end of the 19th century, many immigrants poured into Victoria, and it was not until 1905 that Melbourne surpassed Sydney to become Australia’s most populous city.
It is a popular tourist destination, known for its vibrant culture, world-class gourmet foodand amazing architecture. There’s a city for everyone, from art galleries, museums and theaters to parks, beaches and sporting events.
One of Melbourne’s most famous attractions is the bustling Queen Victoria Market, offering a huge variety of fresh produce, gourmet food and unique souvenirs. Other must-see attractions in Melbourne include the Royal Botanic Gardens, Melbourne Zoo and the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Melbourne is an excellent base for exploring Victoria’s stunning natural wonders, including the Great Ocean Road, the Yarra Valley wine region and nearby Phillip Island, home to a colony of adorable little penguins.
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First published on: 18-04-2023 at 20:50 IST
