PERTH VS BRISBANE AUSTRALIA: Lifestyle Comparison

[@gemmel3197]

I lived in Brisbane in my teens and twenties and Sydney 30's - 62. Moved to Perth to retire this year and of the 3 I think Perth is the most livable city, I'm very pleased with my decision to move here.

[@Brian_Saginashvili_]

Lived in Brisbane for 12 years. Then moved to Perth 20 years ago. I'm here forever! Aweome family city, Beaches are incredible! So relaxed here.

[@SuperLuckao]

Meth capital

[@stephenvelden295]

@@SuperLuckao More money in Perth!

[@Brian_Saginashvili_]

@@bhaviksharmabhaviksharma6837 inche knee sun sheee, pk sur?

[@jasonwright9405]

@@SuperLuckao 😂😂😂😂🤣

[@0857000]

Which one more afforable andngood for internationl student like me?

[@PerthRocks]

Perth climate is the best. The WA coastline has to be the best on this earth. Moving to Perth from the UK is the best thing I did.

[@maxdippininmylolo6421]

Can Brits just go to australia without a visa? Just curious, because it's still in the commonwealth. As a german I'll have to apply for a whv.

[@jasonwright9405]

Perth winter is 💩

[@trevorwilson2966]

Perth is full of poms who dont intergrate.

[@gb9612]

Haha, Trevor, you do realise majority of Australian’s ARE poms, most came from poms a generation or two back. ‘Poms’ created your culture.

[@Boozoobajou1]

@@trevorwilson2966 I love white caucasian people.

[@Gholzigal]

I was born in Perth and live in Brisbane, I can't wait to move back to Perth. Humidity in Brisbane sucks, Perth has a better lifestyle for sure

[@thrusta100]

Dafuq? If you are over 55 maybe! Lifestyle? Try finding a decent/ reasonably priced restaurant in city not in Fremantle! Brissy has plenty ffs!..

[@PianoDiary85]

@@thrusta100 there are plenty of good reasonably priced restaurants in Perth.

[@zwieseler]

Talked up the parks in Brisbane but didn’t mention King’s Park in Perth, one of the biggest inner city parks in the world. Yes, it does light up in the summer with Fringe Festival, Arts Festival, outdoor cinemas, food trucks etc No mention of Bali as a major holiday destination for Perthites, 3 hour flight….

[@JamesHudson-mn9wg]

I love Brisbane, so much better than Sydney and Melbourne but nothing compares to Perth, amazing city but an even more amazing state

[@ryancurtis5861]

We’re thinking of moving to Perth in 4.5 years, going over in April for 3 weeks, cannot wait to see it.

[@stevecam724]

April is the change month between summer and autumn, it's much milder weather then 👍

[@PianoDiary85]

I hope you enjoy your time here.

[@ryancurtis5861]

Wow is all I can say, only been here two days but already fell in love, Scarborough beach is amazing, my little boy loves it, got lots planned over the next 3 weeks so I’ll keep you posted but a great start to our future plans 💙

[@julzhunt7790]

@@ryancurtis5861 I’m a little late to your comment. I just wanted to say I hope you had a wonderful time in my hometown of Perth. Lived here for 40 years and it still amazes me😊❤️🇦🇺👍🏼

[@iamhis4749]

People over East always put Perth down but anyone from the Eastern states that ive ever met, they immediately change their mind as soon as they come over here because they fall in love with the place and they end up staying here for good. Plus there is the rest of WA, wich is breathtaking. Im Aussie born and bred, been all over the country and Perth is the best city by far and W.A is the best state. There is no comparison. Adelaide in South Australia would be my second pick before any place over east. I think South Australia is beautiful and highly underrated. Perth is not as windy as people make out, the weather is stunning, it's perfect infact. The bluest skies and world renowned beaches. I know because i'm in Perth right now and it's a constant delight. The beaches in WA are the best, Margaret River and Busselton and the South west coast is something that no where else in Australia can even hold a candle to. I lived in Margaret river and people were renewing their visa's just to come back, they could literally travel anywhere in the whole wide world but they wanted to come back to the south west of Australia. I promise you, Perth is the best city and WA is the best state. Our transport is known worldwide, we have amazing public transport and free transport in the city to see the sights. I could go on and on but take it from someone who's been around this country. PERTH/W.A is definately the winner 🏆 hand's down!!! Edit: someone mentioned Fremantle, yes, let's not forget wonderful Freo, wich is a town next to Perth and it's truly special. Full of history and the historic markets and the beautiful Esplanade and museums and the list goes on. Plus next to that is Rottnest island with the little quokkas, the only place in the world to see a quokka! This city/state is truly a blessing and we are so lucky to live here.

[@Boozoobajou1]

You are correct it was voted on KZbin as the best state in Australia.kzbin.info/www/bejne/imbRlqWerdSNjbM

[@Cookee397]

As someone who has lived in perth my whole life i can confirm she is spot on with her analysis. Good job!

[@dreamingofdownunder]

Thank you!

[@Itsprincerara]

Every australian city is so beautiful and we forget how blessed and lucky that country is. What a beautiful country, i miss home so much, cant wait to come back!!

[@dreamingofdownunder]

Totally right, it is so beautiful!

[@tahliamoorhead343]

Not Canberra, gross

[@westerlywinds5684]

Too bad China is eying Australia.

[@jasonwright9405]

@@westerlywinds5684 not just Australia. Worldwide nowadays 😡😡😡

[@tommygunTW1]

Great video! Currently living in Brisbane but thinking to move to Perth. I am English and like the flight connections from there.

[@dreamingofdownunder]

Thanks! Good luck with your decision.

[@peterschmidt1453]

I'm in Perth, just holidayed in Brisbane Nov 22. Perth has a small homeless problem in the CBD (small compared to Melbourne) with no apparent pushback by authorities to contain /help or move them on. Brisbane has a much more visible police presence in the CBD and the homeless seem to be contained a few streets away from the casino. Just an observation of a few days being a tourist, but Brisbane CBD "feels" safer than Perth CBD, but I've never had any problems in Perth having lived here over 50 years.

[@mamachine4029]

Used to live in Perth and moved Brisbane. Definitely Perth win. Lol. Still miss everything in there.

[@HarryFrankhamHarryEF]

oh wow nice. hard to get around perth without a car?

[@charlotteharvey3442]

Brisbane has Southbank it is an amazing family place, biggest outdoor pool I have ever seen, like a sandy beach, eats, theatres, art galleries ect all in walking distance

[@NickStevens-o7n]

Southbank is world class, up there with Darling Harbour in Sydney.

[@henning9641]

Oh man, for me it's Perth. I just traveled both of the citys and Perth is uptil now, my favourite city on the planet. I pan to get a visa und move to Perth permanently when i am done with my master. I see myself, working over the day, and spend my evenings on the beach with my wife and surf & on the weekend doing smaller 2 night trips in the area with a 4WD & enjoying the beautifuly costline. I think about living in perth every day for 4 years now :D * sorry for my spelling mistakes, still prepairing for the english-test for my visa, obveiosly i am not done yet :D ^^

[@tjcole6249]

Cute! good luck 🤞

[@mrsmakwm]

When you see those Perth kitesurfers playing amazingly in the waves along the beautiful beaches, you won't say windy is a matter in Perth

[@waredarmy]

Perth is no doubt the most beautiful city in the world. Clean safe, amazing weather, beaches and wineries on the doorstep.

[@Erebus369]

Definitely Perth. I've lived in all the major cities and settled in Perth because the lifestyle isn't rushed. It's actually the most remote city in the world but it's only a 3 to 5 hr flight to anywhere in Asia. Perth also has amazing beaches and food

[@_arman_]

I love the short flights as well, although outside of Indonesia, you're probably looking at closer to ~8 hours I think. It's an exciting feeling knowing that you could take a nap and wake up in Bali within a couple hours. Tickets are really cheap too. You can get returns for like $250-300 if you're not too picky. Particularly great if you're a remote worker and can travel.

[@_arman_]

@evildead Thanks for the quality input broski

[@stephenvelden295]

@evildead Soooo You go to Asia a lot then!

[@stephenvelden295]

@evildead Which one?

[@stephenvelden295]

@evildead Again, which one?

[@samshepherd26]

I live on the Gold Coast just south of Brisbane and I travel up to Brisbane fairly often. One thing about Brisbane is how difficult it is to learn your way around when driving, the roads are like a maze and everyone speeds. Take one wrong turn and you can end up in an underground toll road and pop out somewhere on the other side of town or even over the river.

[@pommygeezer9309]

Hahahahaha come to Perth and i bet you find it worse.

[@samshepherd26]

@@pommygeezer9309 I do actually want to visit western Australia, I've never been over there.

[@pommygeezer9309]

I fly in to Perth once a month.. I’m here now. I had a shocker driving up the Tonkin highway this week. Tbf there are road works going on. Perth is pretty good if you want great beaches. The nightlife is also good. Opinions are like assholes.. everyone has one! Enjoy your trip to WA

[@Boozoobajou1]

@@pommygeezer9309 You are obviously the odd Pommy Geezer out. Perth has the highest number of UK migrants along with South Africans than any other state and the vast majority are glad they chose Perth.

[@SuperLuckao]

LOL!!! SO FUNNY!!

[@stevecam724]

You keep mentioning Perth is windier. You make it sound like a negative but in reality the "Doctor" is such a relief on a hot summers day. Even the strong "Easterlies" from midnight on, bring a wonderful refreshing change in temperature. Brisbane doesn't enjoy that except in cyclone season.

[@noblemav]

The free o Doctor.

[@gabrielametodieva8360]

It’s mostly a relief but there are days when it just won’t stop right from the morning. I remember from Feb onward last year there was no much wind so let’s see. I like playing tennis and this summer I’ve not had a single day when we didn’t have to battle the wind on the court. I fully expect to play like a pro in autumn when the wind stops 🤣🤣

[@jimmy64166]

Lived in Both Perth and Brisbane, Perth is my preferred city, still developing with less traffic and properties are still affordable.

[@jairpablo]

good video! very helpfull; thinking to relocate from the Netherlands to Perth..

[@dreamingofdownunder]

Thanks. Best of luck if you make the move!

[@rodneyplewright7685]

Windy (but not stormy) is a plus: keeps the air clean.

[@johncronin7875]

Having lived in both cities, best advice. Ignore 95% of the ridiculous comments on this post.

[@PianoDiary85]

As someone who lives in Perth and has been to Brisbane, I'd say this is a pretty fair review. I think all Australian cities are great places to live and have different things to offer.

[@bera0014]

As someone who has worked in all capitals and lived in a few of them I couldn't agree more.

[@_BradSki_]

Streets beach is looking STUNNING in that cover photo haha 😭

[@stevecam724]

Holidays you say Brisbane's closer to Sydney and Melbourne and you are correct BUT for people in Perth, Asia is on our doorstep. It's easier and so much cheaper to holiday in Bali than it is traveling all the way east for nothing special.

[@trevorwilson2966]

Bali is so special then.Full of aussie bogans.If you go somewhere decent in Asia like Tokyo then Brisbane is closer. So it works both ways mate.

[@stevecam724]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@georgeworsfold2068]

As a retiree for a number of years, I moved to Western Australia in 2021 from Canberra (yes did the COVID19 Quarantine etc, etc.etc). along with moving my dog across Australia. I sold my ex house and purchased a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in one of the coastal suburbs of Perth about 55 kms south. Having lived in Perth as a child, I always wanted to move back to Perth as it was the first part of Australia my family experienced having migrated from England. A 10 minute walk to the beach, 45 minute train journey to the City CBD and I am totally living the dream. Brisbane is not for me, floods, cyclones, humidity, yuck yuck yuck. Most of your video confirms and house prices are cheaper, cost of living is not too bad and the lifestyle is relaxed and lots of things to see and do. Lots of people are buying up investment properties or making the move to the West. Isolation is not a problem, like living anywhere you get used to where you live over time. Anyway an interesting video based on your experiences, but Perth is the winner for me.

[@JRB33]

Hi, my girlfriend and I are moving to Perth but I am concerned by alot of what I hear about scarcity of rental property. Don't want to end up spending a fortune on temporary accommodation. Should we be worried?

[@PianoDiary85]

@@JRB33 the rental market is tough at the moment, but that's pretty standard across Australia.

[@connorduke4619]

I leave near the sea in Brisbane, it is heaven on Earth. The consistent sea breezes temper the summer humidity. It is also less hectic on the coast, but anytime I want hectic it is one train ride away to the CBD.

[@jimmyboy2]

Exactly. Brissy has a 66km coastline, if ocean views/marina vibes are your thing, there's plenty of it. To name a few: Manly, Cleveland, Redlands Bay, Redcliffe ...

[@martinazzopardi3209]

Loved the comparison Between Perth and Brisbane. There no mention on Kings Park probably the first Visit people make to go and see.. Never been to Brisbane but heard how Nice it is.

[@PjRjHj]

I don't think she even mentioned Fremantle

[@VBEd666]

You did not mention "Toll Roads" and Gambling Machines in pubs and clubs. With the these, Perth is the only city that has none of these.

[@jasonwright9405]

Today on the sunny coast just Nth of Bonehead formerly Brisbane bizzare winter balmy 27c more warm days to come until Tuesday. Nice to wear summer clothes

[@teejayoz1221]

been to Brisbane twice, it was ok, Perth wins hands down, it has a much more beautiful river waterway and it has better weather, it has more days of sunshine than Brisbane, it’s dryer here and not humid like Brisbane. Queensland is a beautiful state but city wise Perth trumps Brisbane or Brissy as they call it, urgh

[@thrusta100]

Not in winter it don’t! Dullsville, urgh...

[@rezmor100]

Very long and cold and rainy winter in Perth versus short mild sunny winter in Brosbane. World class holiday island destinations near Brisbane while Perth has Rotto 😒

[@PianoDiary85]

@@rezmor100 we hardly even had a winter in Perth this past year.

[@growdaddy4281]

Perf has ben cousins

[@teejayoz1221]

@@growdaddy4281 he’s hot 😂 better than Anaesthetic Pile o Shame

[@louisaklimentos7583]

You are so well spoken and informative

[@dreamingofdownunder]

Thank you!

[@noblemav]

Hi…..that was a great review….I live on the Central Coast NSW…My wife and I are moving to North of Perth in March this year. Can’t stand living on the Coast any longer…to many idiots around after “Covid” no common sense, inpatient drivers, and don’t get me started on public transport “clowns”…..My wife and I holiday in Perth in September 22 and absolutely loved the place, friendly people, Infrastructure is better, plenty of park space…..yes I know they hit you up in parking meters….sold our home in less than 2 Weeks and managed to pick up a 2018 built, 4 bedroom, ducted AC, with pool with all the modes and cons with change 💵 left over in a great area. 😊

[@johnyeomans6909]

Lived in both. Both nice and similar, but Brisbane and SE Queensland has more to offer. Brisbane is more expensive compared to Perth’s cheaper housing but that is driven by Queenslands post Covid population growth and popularity. Easy to pop to Sydney in a hour and a half or even Fiji or skiing in NZ in three hours.

[@chrisburbidge9133]

WA also has Rottnest Island

[@GoldCoast85]

Qld has hundreds

[@chrisburbidge9133]

Perth also has King Park

[@barefoot.cryptographer3974]

45 minutes to get to the Gold Coast and an hour to the Sunshine Coast from Brisbane. Not to mention the abundance of islands just off the coast of Brisbane as well

[@bera0014]

Perth is on the coast and has surf beaches accesable to the city in minutes. Also islands there as well.

[@thrusta100]

@@bera0014Expensive asf

[@CB-xh2qn]

All I am hearing about Perth is beaches. But no jokes aside, it’s really well made video with thorough content thank you

[@dreamingofdownunder]

Ha ha, I do love a good beach! Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@roseymour9107]

It’s windy every day in perth. The offshore winds start to pick up at 2:30 every single day without fail

[@briansture4353]

You can earn big money in WA due to mining. Less distance flying to Europe, Singapore, Africa, India, and Perth's favourite holiday spot Bali. It's cheap to fly there. Perth has been having a massive update over the past 5 years. Billions have been spent on improving and new infrastructure. It is a new modern up-dating city. WA is a prosperous state and has the money to improve. The only problem is people are moving to WA faster and services have difficulty keeping up with the volume of newcomers most from Europe and internal migration. Possibly Perth has the cleanest air most days of any modern state in the world. Our worst days are when it is decided to do bush backburning. WA population 2.667 million (Sep 2020). Perth population on 30th June 2022 is 2,225,710. Mil. WA population growth is approx 3% per year.

[@ericalvarez4604]

I'm keen to make the move to Perth from Sydney, mainly to try get into the house market and also don't mind the laid back lifestyle. Can't see a downside other than leaving family.

[@dreamingofdownunder]

Good on you. The housing market is certainly more appealing in Perth. Best of luck!

[@truenoae8668]

jobs booming in perth they need More people to relocate to perth aswell Im planning to go 2023

[@theend9494]

not sure what you mean by laid back life style, Perth is a mining city its on the go, never ending ,

[@jimmy64166]

I moved to Perth from Sydney in 2009, I used to work as a store man in Sydney for 5 years. After living in Perth for 1 year I managed to get a fifo job in mines, sine 2010 I've built 3 houses, I live in one and have 2 rentals properties. Perth has been the best move I've made in my life.

[@PianoDiary85]

@@theend9494 laid back compared to other capital cities, but that's good.

[@hadestheblackcat420]

I've had my heart set on Perth for a few years. I'm originally from the UK, currently living in Melbourne. I've been to sydney for a visit, but other than that, I haven't been anywhere else in Aus. I like certain aspects of Melbourne, but I hate the weather here. Very cold winters and inconsistent summer, so far. Also, I'm underwhelmed by the beaches surrounding the city. Thank you for your helpful comparison video. Both Brisbane and Perth sound amazing, but I think I have a bit more of a draw towards Perth. Also, I think I like the idea of it being so isolated.

[@ceramicsaustralia5188]

I'm from London and now live in Perth. When you consider the important things in everyday life..climate, traffic, employment, crime (lack of), environment, space, air quality, restaurants, bars, beaches, scenery etc....Perth is pretty hard to beat on a global scale.

[@dreamingofdownunder]

Sounds like you would definitely prefer Perth if you don’t mind the isolation. The beaches are fantastic and the weather’s pretty good too!

[@PianoDiary85]

Perth has some of the best beaches in the world, not just Australia.

[@PianoDiary85]

if you want beaches, Perth wins hands down.

[@westerlywinds5684]

I think Philippines wins it hands down about beaches.

[@Waywind420]

Brisbane is the larger/ more impressive city, it has two smaller orbiting cities (Sunshine coast and Gold Coast) within a comfortable commuting distance. The great barrier reef is within strike distance, as are semi-tropical rainforests, a plethora of theme parks are just down the road and unlike Perth it's connected to all the other major cities by passenger rail. You're also pretty close to New Zealand if you want to fly across and check it out sometime. Perth certainly isn't a bad place though, just a bit disconnected from the world.

[@RyanLye1975]

The windiness of Perth is HIGHLY EXAGGERATED!

[@trevorlewis847]

Fremantle doctor a godsend in summer

[@iamafairyqueen]

Depends where you live. I live opposite the beach. It blows your bloody head off. It’s hard to grow any nice plants in my front garden as they have to be hardy. No pretty flowers for me

[@RyanLye1975]

@novalee4650 it depends where you live. Is why most people don't wish to live directly across from the ocean. Wind tends towards being corrosive too.

[@majeedtaouk3038]

Mediterranean climate in Perth is appealing. Especially in summer not a drop of rain.

[@dionenine]

The median house price has changed significantly since last year. Perth is more expensive to live compared to Brisbane atm..

[@JohnSmith-sj2dk]

well done - sounds like i cant really lose in either location tbh.

[@dreamingofdownunder]

Thanks! I'm sure you'd love both places.

[@mistawolfe8541]

smart objective lady, great review

[@dreamingofdownunder]

Thank you!

[@georgequek7996]

Perth is lovely with good location and good for asean tourist or property investor like me guys.👍

[@JRB33]

Hi me and my girlfriend are moving to Perth but understand the renting market to be very competitive. We wanted to survey the market a bit before we go, so I thought I would ask whether you lease your properties?

[@ianwilson8759]

Perth is only "hot" for about 3 months of the year, it has a very mediterranean climate for about 4-5 months and is cold for 4-5 months. Brisbane feels hot for about 6 months of the year. It is easier to cool off in Perth. Perth is much easier to get around in; people spend far less time on a commute - there is also an excellent public transport (buses, trains) system tied in closely to the highway and freeway system. I have lived for many years in both cities. As far as beaches go there is just no comparison and you are only a max of 30 minutes away from a beach anywhere in Perth. House prices are only very high in both cities if you have a desperate need to live near to the CBD's and are very reasonable if you live 30-40 minutes drive away from work. The houses are much "prettier" in Brisbane, but as the lady says, they are far more expensive in Brissy. I think Brisbane is more suited to young couples who don't have children. Perth is extremely child friendly and there's much less stress on family life. The biggest downside to Perth is the feeling that you are two-dimensionally trapped between the hills and the sea. However, you just have to drive a couple of hours either north or south and you are met with the most incredible expanse of Australian nature. Perth is also amazingly close to Asia. 4 hours gets you to Singapore and about 3 hours to Bali. As you can see from some of the comments there is a fair bit of prejudice from eastern state people towards people from Perth. Some of this may originate in WA's attempt to secede from Australia in I think the 1930's (the only reason this did not happen was because the British government just ignored the referendum result). Perhaps as a consequence of this "attitude" I think Perth and WA people have great resilience and independence in how they approach the idea of what it means to be an Australian. I personally couldn't give two stuffs for any of that childish parochialism. WA is about 1/3 of the landmass of Australia (which is the same size as the contiguous USA) with only about 2.5 million people. Let that sink in.

[@io-rj6sk]

u prefer perth over bris?

[@SuperLuckao]

Perth is meth capital. Meth city

[@io-rj6sk]

lol really? ;0

[@stephenvelden295]

A lot of the resentment comes from the fact that W.A makes most of Australias wealth from agriculture and mining but when it gets divvied up by the Federal Govt. W.A. gets a very low pecentage of that income.

[@westerlywinds5684]

Ian Wilson - Define cold. I always thought Perth is warm all year around. I live in British Columbia, Canada, but when we say warm, that means 28 - 32 C. Cold can vary between 2C. to -5 for 6 weeks in winter in Vancouver to -32C. inland.

[@fionageorge363]

I was born in Brisbane and now live in Perth. Prefer Perth...better lifestyle.

[@vive928]

hi Fiona, may i get some insights on why u feel Perth offers better lifestyle than Brisbane?

[@PjRjHj]

​@@vive928 classier for a start

[@khaladi10]

I am planning to move to Perth from Melbourne ? Melbourne is beautiful but weather is horrible and traffic is bad .

[@_arman_]

What's your motivation for moving?

[@peterschmidt1453]

I love the layout of Melbourne, so easy to get around and lots to see, but as a tourist the graffiti and homeless is a turnoff. Homelessness is a small problem in Perth CBD, hopefully the authorities don't let it get out of control.

[@ceramicsaustralia5188]

Perth is great and truly one of the best locations on the planet. Look me up when you get here and I'll buy you a welcoming beer.

[@_arman_]

@@ceramicsaustralia5188 Can I still claim said beer if I already live in Perth, or do terms and conditions apply?

[@ceramicsaustralia5188]

@@_arman_ Unfortunately strict terms apply to locals.

[@westerlywinds5684]

These days all people talk about is climate. When I travelled in the 1980’s you went were the work was, no matter the climate.

[@travist2538]

You didn’t touch on the weather events in qld. Eg. flooding and cyclones

[@gregbooth1551]

Really informative. Both cities are super cool, tough call!

[@davidtempleman4770]

Well articulated. Well researched

[@dreamingofdownunder]

Thank you!

[@ChristopherJewels]

I would reiterate that. You've done your homework & I'm very impressed. I'm from Brisbane but spent 2 weeks visiting Perth with trips north to Kalbarri & south to Albany. The people in Perth are the most parochial in Australia with a love hate relationship with eastern states. To be fair, Qld use to be exactly like that decades ago. The 2 things I would miss most living in Perth would be mountains (Stirling Ranges are over 400 km away) & rainforests. The Darling 'Ranges' are about 1/3 the height of Mt Cootha. The latter at least offers a nice view of Brisbane. There are numerous national parks near Brisbane with small groves of rainforest. Mt Glorious, Mt Tamborine, Lamington NP, Springbrook, Blackall Ranges etc @@dreamingofdownunder

[@ananddal]

I moved to Perth after lived in Sydney 5 years, Canberra 1 year and Melbourne 11 years. Perth is beautiful city. I didn't feel any winds in Perth which are heavier than Melbourne.

[@simontowart2225]

Did you even leave the house in Perth???

[@User69390]

So where do u like the most Melbourne or perth ? And does perth have mountains like Melbourne?

[@ananddal]

@@User69390 100% Perth, only sad thing is missing all my friends in Melbourne. Perth offers a lot of shopping centres, cheap housing and very less traffic. So many things to do within 60 minutes of radius. Lastly, bad weather in Melbourne and a much better predictable whether in Perth.

[@robert-brydson-1]

so much rain, humidity and bugs in Brisbane, and no beaches, Sydney's the same but it has some beaches ( small and crappy though )

[@jasonwright9405]

Bugs? Sheesh hate them in Qld. Saw them last night June ‘23

[@martasavy7135]

A greatly illuminating video to help us understand what each city has to offer. As I have said before, until your comparison videos, even locals are likely to be confused as to what it is great about their own city in particular. :) I lived in Perth 18 years ago. I thought I would like prefer it due to the smaller size though it didn't work out that way as I found the city centre not that appealing and I felt too isolated there though of course the beaches and the place in general is great. :) If I went there now, I may feel different but my life is too linked to Sydney now to even consider it.

[@dreamingofdownunder]

Thanks Marta. I prefer Sydney's city centre too, and its location. Perth certainly has some beautiful beaches though.

[@gary36104]

Been all over Australia from Melbourne Perth hands down slightly pricey is the only concern food accommodations etc

[@kashkab1336]

Thank you. It made it more clear for me in terms of climate and costs of living.

[@dreamingofdownunder]

You're welcome!

[@joseferreirajr7298]

I love AUSTRALIA!! Hi from BRAZIL

[@dreamingofdownunder]

Me too! Hi from Aus!

[@westerlywinds5684]

Interesting. I lived there for 5 years, but left for Canada instead. Better opportunities, not as hot to work in.

[@haha-eg8fj]

There are so many Brazilians in Queensland. The flight from Brazil to Australia takes super long though.

[@jasonwright9405]

Qld the tropical state similar climate Brazil

[@michalplaszczewski3444]

Perth vibe is more of a town than city which I find quite nice. It's very laidback as well. I've never been to Brisbane so I can't compare.

[@Birch37]

Queensland gets storms and other parts of South East Queensland get storms and rain. Most (90%) weather doesn't reach Brisbane CBD. It goes North, South, East, West or disappears before reaching Brisbane CBD, unfortunately. Very sad

[@NETFREIGHTSERVICESQUEENSLAND]

Brisbane and Perth have different climates. Brisbane has a subtropical climate with hot and humid summers, while Perth has a Mediterranean climate that is a bit cooler and drier . Brisbane experiences more humidity compared to Perth. The winters in Brisbane are shorter than in Perth, and Brisbane is more sheltered from the cold than other southern capitals. Perth has hotter, drier summers than Brisbane with less humidity but more wind. Conversely, Brisbane has warmer, drier winters than Perth. Both cities get plenty of sunshine throughout the year, and Brisbane gets heavier downpours of rain. For a detailed comparison of the weather in Brisbane and Perth, you can refer to this [source].

[@bradwaghorn8955]

Problem with Brisbane is that it’s full of Queenslanders.

[@jennifergirling6850]

The temperature in Perth can reach 45- 46 degrees in summer & that's normal. 31 degrees is more like our spring season.There is a period in summer that it is humid like Brisbane due to the cyclones up north. Autumn is our windy season not summer. We have Rottnest island.

[@dontbeasheeple5883]

Rotto 😂 what an absolute shithole of rock in the middle of the ocean

[@Boozoobajou1]

@@dontbeasheeple5883 jealousy is a curse.

[@dontbeasheeple5883]

@@Boozoobajou1 I submit to you the following Qld islands that sh1t all over that barren piece of rock called "Rotto": Fraser Island Whitsunday Islands Stradbroke Islands Hamilton Island Great Keppel Island Magnetic Island. There are of course many many more. But you get my point.

[@ThePIESDA]

Was interested in moving to Adelaide after visiting from the UK but Perth is now looking like the best bet. Much easier to fly to from UK and more job opportunities/better pay with similar cost of living

[@carolinehenebury8106]

Perth is the best!

[@robert-brydson-1]

Adelaide is nice but be warned of their heatwaves Cancel Reply

[@dreamingofdownunder]

Perth is lovely! And yes, cuts a few hours off your flight from the UK.

[@davidjackson4181]

Adelaide is exquisite. Very very elegant and charming and European unlike the other cities. It vibes in all 4 seasons whereas Perth is def a summer city.

[@PianoDiary85]

As someone who lives in Perth, Perth is a great choice. However, I think any Australian city is a good choice when it comes down to it - as long as you can afford it.

[@alschulz1323]

The West is best ..love the east coast it's amazing but overpopulated.

[@trig1900]

I was born in Perth, but spent 10 years on the eastern seaboard of the country, which included 3 years in the Brisbane area. It would be correct to say I'm prejudiced when it comes to a choice, but it would also be correct to say that I feel justified in my reasoning when promoting Perth as the premier city of the two for a whole raft of reasons. It is telling that when deciding to raise a family my first thoughts was to return to Perth as the preferred option for child rearing. For a start, while the climate may entertain similar temperatures, you get NOTHING like the humidity of Brisbane in Perth. You also don't get hail the size of golf balls. I once saw a 5 min hail storm do over $3 million damage to an airfield in Brisbane. You can swim in the waters off Perth without worrying about jellyfish that can kill. Sharks, yes, but they occur in both areas. Nor do we have a Fraser Island with dingoes running rampant. The Quokkas may give you a cheeky grin though... There is way more to Perth than beaches and pretty scenery; if you think otherwise then you really haven't bothered to look. In the main I have found Perth people to be more generous of heart than Brisbanites. Evidence of this, for example, is the longest running Telethon on television when compared to ..... literally anywhere else on earth! Every single year since it's inception has seen record levels of donations. My own experience of living in Brisbane or the Gold Coast has been that people are OK so long as you have a buck in your pocket.

[@susansharkey2372]

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[@trig1900]

I think I should also add that probably any city in Australia is preferable to most other places [countries] around the world. While I have my preferences, I have to say that having lived and worked in Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne and visited/worked in Sydney, Canberra and Adelaide, none of them are bad. Each have their pluses and minuses [Yes, even Perth! though I hate to say it] but by and large Australia is a truly great place to live and bring up a family.

[@trevorwilson2966]

What killer jellyfish are in Brisbane.

[@trig1900]

@@trevorwilson2966 You have a point, although they have been reported as far south as Hervey Bay. Similarly with Fraser Island too. Both areas are known visitation locations for tourists travelling to Brisbane, however, which is why I pointed them out. I could equally have compared Melbourne where I lived for over 4 years but that wasn't showcased by the video. I get that you are defending your own backyard so to speak. Fair Enough. Having lived in both locations [for just over 3 years in Brisbane's case], however, I know where my own preferences lie.

[@dealman3312]

Another excellent video!

[@riderwife27]

Tasmanian here, been to both and must say I prefer Perth. Only downside is its isolation from the rest of Aus

[@zeropoint546]

Does Perth have an equivalent of the Gold Coast? Because I live on the GC and it's marvelous.

[@riderwife27]

@@zeropoint546 I don't know, I don't live in Perth. Do your research.

[@mabamabam]

Thats the best part. Its further from those shitholes and closer to Europe and Asia

[@lawngreenlyp]

​@@zeropoint546I thought it was but totally not Gold coast has beautiful sunset and beaches that comfortable to play with. Beaches in Perth are often too windy. And Perth is horriblely sunny and dry Gold coast has the best climate in Australia

[@PjRjHj]

​@@zeropoint546 Mandurah

[@arthurwatts1680]

I only spent 13 years in Brissie and left in 2010 so take this for what you will. IMO, SE Qld has been a victim of it's own success and many people trying to escape the problems of our larger cities bought those problems with them. Traffic and youth crime aren't unique to Brisbane or the Gold Coast, but throw in the housing crisis and any future 'refugees' really need to temper their expectations. On the positive side, that skyline does look great during Riverfire.

[@joshmaclean3179]

I am from Perth but have lived in Brisbane for 22 years. Very similar feel, both friendly and I love them both the same. I lived in Sydney for 6 months and left in that time and went back to Brisbane. Sydney was not for me.

[@AbiNomac]

Perth and Brisbane are like living in the country compared to Sydney. I’ll take the city life any day.

[@Brian_Saginashvili_]

@@AbiNomac Sydney is a shit hole. Drugs, Gang's, Violence is rife. No thanks

[@scottclark1634]

@@Brian_Saginashvili_ not as bad as melboutne i think with african gangs etc

[@Brian_Saginashvili_]

@@scottclark1634 Well, Having lived there also. I still think Sydney is a notch above with the biker gangs. African gangs are garbage also

[@iamafairyqueen]

I’ve lived in Perth all my life. It’s great if you have a boat, which means it’s great if you have money. It’s a giant sprawling suburb. The summers are becoming more humid over the years with climate change. The wind is insane. Perths beaches are heaven but the wind ruins them sometimes. I’ve been to Gold Coast a few times and I was in awe, it had such an incredible vibe compared to Perth. If you’re looking to live in the burbs forever in a home you can’t afford, come to Perth 😂

[@christophertucker8031]

Perth is a big city full of small towns. The small town feel is very pronounced. When people say how are you going, they really what's to know.

[@axe2001]

Property prices in perth have changed drastically since this video was made. Median is now in the mid 700s (June 2024)

[@sandybottom6623]

Perth & the SW is windy. It's become much more windy in recent years and the winters longer. Australia \ the Pacific is currently in the La Nina part of the climate cycle so the SW in particular is cooler than normal. It's a lovely part of Australia and a lovely part of the world. If you want to get away from the crowds it's a good place to be.

[@georgeworsfold2068]

The SW wind is very welcome on those hot summer days, helps cool things down. I live about 50 kms south of Perth so I know what it is like.

[@jasonwright9405]

La Niña bye bye it’s gone now. Wet and cold on the Sunshine Coast last year

[@Brian_Saginashvili_]

Perth is windy in the summer? I live here. Please direct me to where the wind is! ?

[@emceeboogieboots1608]

Anywhere along the scarp in the morning! We get roaring easterly winds in the morning and often need to pick up our bins. I work in Kwinana and we get good sea breezes in the afternoon

[@connorduke4619]

You need to speak to Dr Freemantle.

[@Brian_Saginashvili_]

@@emceeboogieboots1608 i live in Perth Hills. The only wind we get is if I'm a bit gassy

[@emceeboogieboots1608]

@@Brian_Saginashvili_ I should have noted the bottom of the scarp. At least it is from Armadale to Serpentine. I would have thought it was windy up top as well, but clearly it is mostly as the easterly drops down to the coastal plain

[@mjor6406]

I am from Canada. I'd like to live in Perth pr outside of Perth 3 months a year. Where is the cheap but good place to rent a condo? I like beaches and driving. Thanks.

[@patricebennett1100]

I’m a Brisbane girl but I have been to Perth where the weather was so torrential the airport was closed and our flight delayed 24hrs but as the rentals and houses are now like hens teeth and super expensive here in Brissy, I say Perth, go the Perth. Heheheh😉💕

[@stephenvelden295]

The rental market is no better in Perth. Rental properties are very difficult to find! Torrential rain is not common in Perth either.

[@PianoDiary85]

it sounds like you came at a terrible time.

[@Springbrookechurch_grace]

Wow..this is good info..thinking of moving to AUS soon

[@Boozoobajou1]

You can keep your Brisbane floods it's a wonder boats aren't your first mode of transport. Perth has the most stable climate in Australia.

[@thrusta100]

BS! Maybe in summer, but Brisbane in winter sh$ts all over Perth!..

[@pineappletop8751]

And the most sharks. ❤ SE QLD

[@stevecam724]

@@thrusta100 Nah, Townsville or Cairns sh#ts on Brisbane in winter. Brisbane can still be a cold wet hole in winter.

[@thrusta100]

@@stevecam724 No sh#t Sherlock as they should being much further north! This article about Perth and Brisbane compared only...🤷‍♂️

[@stevecam724]

@@thrusta100 no shit yourself Sherlock. The video references the wonderful beaches (😂😂😂😂😂) at Surface and the Gold Coast so I guess you could listen to the whole video AND reference the entire states in the comparison. Qld is a small state full of Victorians so it doesn't get any worse than that 😂😂😂😂😂

[@razalin]

6:14 As a Brisbane local I can confirm the sun sets a bit earlier than Perth, during summer, for sure. In Winter it's even more extreme... you end your day shift at 5pm and then start going home and it goes from day to night in about 10 mins. The sun ain't got no time for Brisbane during winter. The sun is all like, "screw you guys, I'm getting home, before you lot... laterz." 😂

[@lnicko]

Brisbane for me! But I can't go past Perth beaches!

[@rockbot8387]

if you've got a family and want a quiet place to settle then Perth is great. If you're single or in a couple who wants a bit more life and vibrancy then Brisbane wins hands down. Brisbane is also better for day trips, so many places to go within 2hrs drive including Byron Bay

[@chatplug123]

any comparison for Homelessness issue for Perth and Brisbane??

[@dreamingofdownunder]

I personally noticed more in Perth than Brisbane, and a few people have commented the same. It seems to be mainly in the CBD though.

[@wolfuros]

You can't beat Barcelona!! Relax atmosphere, fun, nice beaches, no sharks 😆😜.... great night life, and walking areas.

[@johnny-yi2oi]

no mention of the rising crime rates though? Good luck walking down the street wearing a rolex in Barcelona! ;)

[@julzhunt7790]

Perth wins hands down. No contest.

[@thrusta100]

You never left the state have ya? Get of your retirement village you silly old woman!... 🤡🤮🤦‍♂️

[@rogersampaio7450]

​@@thrusta100😂😂😂😂

[@julzhunt7790]

@@thrusta100 Actually I’ve lived in 5 different countries. I’ve had as many addresses as years I’ve been alive. I’ve also been to QLD, SA and NT. WA craps over all of them. Just because I said I prefer Perth there is no need for you to be rude and insulting… it’s pathetic and disrespectful. 🙄

[@trevorwilson2966]

No contest ok you can keep Dullsville.

[@julzhunt7790]

@@trevorwilson2966 ok I’d rather have Dullsville’ than ‘Perfect one day, flooded the next’

[@suraj9]

well, most of what you said resonates with me, so for anyone reading the comments, this is a good insight into the two cities ;)

[@dreamingofdownunder]

Thank you!

[@mrporsche4236]

Brisbane perth sydney and adelaide are all beautiful in their own way dont bother with the other cities

[@PianoDiary85]

I've never really noticed Perth being particularly windy.

[@walkietalkietraveller2932]

i agree, Rebecca... it seems to be something of a misconception.

[@starpuiye5281]

In Qld there is alot of shows and activities to go to and it's very interesting.

[@joebloggs6131]

I'm a QLDer but really enjoyed my Perth days. I think Perth is better overall, only detractors is it's geographically isolated, even in timezone differences, therefore collaborations with other Aus cities are a bit more difficult. The colder, wetter winters were very different, as was the 4pm "Fremantle Doctor". QLD has fallen behind due to a faulty Premier and very conservative government, not adaptable at all to what the Australian people want.

[@PjRjHj]

Labor's been in power for years

[@GoldCoast85]

Conservative? We want it more conservative, the Premier is a fkn liberal idiot

[@rangojack]

Lived in both and providing your are a professional or have mining experience your live in Perth will be nicer and less stressful as traffic is not as bad. Also if you are an Immigrant from Europe or Africa the ethnic food availability and housing quality is much better ..

[@phoarey]

Some context. Brisbane climate is hot and humid December to mid March. 2/3 of the year it is pleasant. Unlike Perth, it rains in summer so there are periods of summer that aren’t too muggy.

[@Boozoobajou1]

Hardly ever rains in Perth in summer unless a very occasional summer thunderstorm almost 6 months without rain last year 2023 and nine days above 40 degrees

[@MegaGo68]

Brisbane is much better if you want to be connected to the rest of the country and the world. It also has a distinctive culture and architecture found nowhere else. It is significantly larger than Perth once you factor in the 2 coasts on your doorstep, which adds another million people.

[@connorduke4619]

Agreed, there is still some cool old architecture in Brisbane.

[@jasonwright9405]

Qld style house looks gruesome 🤮🤮

[@bowenwinterbottom]

I lived in Perth for a time as a child. I have dual Canadian/Aus citizenship so thinking about moving there at some point. Aus is getting expensive, however compared to Vancouver still cheap.

[@handyman4everyman]

Perth is closest to south east Asia so really close to Bali obviously but also to all the Asian countries which makes holidays overseas closer and cheaper.

[@sonnycodd]

I agreed too. Brisbane is the best place to live in Australia.

[@jasonwright9405]

Well Qlder house style is not my cup of tea 🤮