Originally Posted by babsy

I've knocked about the planet a fair bit, but I love Australia. Sydney and Melbourne *are* very different cities, however. I suppose it depends on what sort of a lifestyle you enjoy. Sydney is metrosexual and snobby, but oh so fuckin' trendy. Melbourne is more arty and free spirited, and they've really cleaned the inner suburbs up. 20 years ago, there were plenty of places in Melbourne you wouldn't go at night, now it's open, relaxed and friendly. I actually live in Perth, complete other side of the country, but if you haven't guessed, I much prefer Melb. Sydney is... too busy, too many people, it annoys the shit out of me.