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Surrey Hills is a great spot to live. It is very close to the CBD, so it is just a short walk to your office or can otherwise be easily accessed by public transport.

The area has a very unique and stylish feel. With lots of good restaurants and independent fashion stores, it has a lot to offer. Just spend some time hunting around and you will find some great food, although sometimes with the pricetage to match.

Many of the houses are terraced Victorian homes, although there are some trendy converted warehouses and other executive residences as well.

Darling Harbour is a bustling and shiny place. It has undergone a huge makeover over the past 10 years and now offers a range of dining options, bars and shops around the busy harbour. There are many high rise apartment blocks towering over the area, so finding a spot here is quite manageable (although rents can be quite high).

The area has a strong focus on tourism, and as a consequence tends to lack some soul. Locals are probably best to hunt down smaller, less glitzy local restaurants that quite possibly serve better food at more reasonable prices.

However the area is just a few streets from the start of the CBD, so it is a great spot to be based.

Sydney is a fantastic city to live in. It's is Australia's largest city, with a population of well over 4 million. It is home to many large businesses, leading schools and a wide range of recreational activities.

The city itself is based on the harbour, so water is focal point of life here. There is also a strong sporting culture, with strong followings for both AFL and Rugby.

Homes in the CBD itself are not surprisingly high-rise and high density. There are some stunning homes with waterviews, beach suburbs and urban sprawl with houses and subdivisions spreading far and wide around the regions.

The criticism that some people have for Sydney is that it is too big, and can be impersonal. However it seems to take some time to find your own niche there, and once you find it Sydney can be a great spot to live.

Hornsby is a suburb situated about 25 km to the north-west of Sydney's CBD. It is a large commercial centre, and is well serviced by multiple train lines daily.

A great spot for raising a family, with many schools and sporting facilities. There are all of the essential services in the area, and also some large complexes including a huge Westfield.

Most of the houses are on reasonably sized blocks, many with a swimming pool. Some of the residential areas have the feeling of being nestled in the bushland, so the area does feel a lot smaller than it actually is.

Broken Hill is a remote mining town situated in the far west of New South Wales. It has a population of nearly 19,000, and is still dominated by the mining industry.

The town itself is neatly arranged and ordered, with a criss-cross of streets and quite a uniform style of housing. There are a huge number of pubs in the town, in fact the most pubs per capita in the whole of Australia.

Not surprisingly, the whole place is very dry and dusty. There are few gardens and not a lot of greenery. A swimming pool would be essential to cope with the heat!

Ballina is situated on the eastern coast of Australia about 750 km north of Sydney. It is a thriving town, with a population of nearly 17,000.

The major drawcard is the coastline - there are many stunning beaches and great surf. The sand is pure and white, and the sea is a deep blue.

It is a lovely spot to raise a family. The large size of the city means that there are all of the essential services, shops and a number of schools.

There is quite a sporting culture in the town too, not too mention a cruisy and laidback surf culture as well.

Ballina has its own airport too, so it's easy to stay connected with the rest of Australia from here.

Most people in Australia have heard about Newcastle, often because of the celebrities that hail from there - think Jennifer Hawkins, Mikey Robbins, Silverchair. But what else does this thriving seaside town have to offer?

Great beaches is the immediate answer. Many locals spend their time in the water - the place has a really relaxed culture.

Commerce and industry thrive here. It is the second most populated area in NSW. Tourism is a big drawcard, and the coal industry is booming here. Centred around the port, Newcastle has quite working class feel.

The city itself has huge shopping centres, business areas and all of the essential services. There are many schools here too. Only 170 km from Sydney, the area is well serviced by flights, trains and buses.

Coffs Harbour absolutely buzzes. It is a busy spot with lots of people, lots of tourists and great beaches.

The population is growing rapidly. There are a number of schools in the area, so it is a great spot to raise a family. The commercial hub absolutely thrives, with shopping centres and malls, various businesses and all of the essential services.

Situated about 550 km north of Sydney, it is a popular holiday spot. The area is really popular with tourists, largely due to the fantastic climate all year round, beautiful beaches, and surf.

The area is serviced well by multiple flights per day and buses, and there are major highways here.

Beautiful Byron Bay! It is a laidback town situated 750 km north of Sydney and around 150 km from Brisbane, and I would love to live here one day.

The main beach has rugged surf and strong currents, and there are a number of good surf spots around the region. It is all incredibly picturesque.

Its main street has a very relaxed feel, with good coffee, organic food and some stores offering some really unique and stylish things. There is the Beach Hotel, up on the Esplanade by the foreshore, and a number of other restaurants around the place.

Tucked up behind the town itself is the hinterland - the perfect spot to escape from the tourist hub-bub and crowds which flock here throughout the year.

Hawker Street is a laidback residential strip, offering cottage style living with an arty feel.

The area is decorated with a number of mosaics, and has tree-lined streets.

Many of the homes are older cottages. Some have been renovated, and others still retain the 'renovator's delight' status.

The location is superb. There are frequent buses which will take you to the heart of the CBD. Otherwise you can take a long stroll and be there in 30 minutes or so.

Close to the parklands, golf course and Aquatic Centre, and with a gym on Hawker Street itself, there are lots of ways to keep fit and relaxed.

East Terrace is a lovely location, curving past the busy pubs around Rundle Street and meandering along the parklands to the east of Hutt Street.

The homes in this area are quite stately and tightly held. Lots of older style townhomes along with some modern executive residences, and all with sweeping parkland views.

It's a great location. You can walk to the CBD in 10-15 minutes. Hutt Street is only a few steps away, and offers a range of good restaurants, pubs and cafés plus a variety of shops.

Parking is the only difficulty - you'll definitely need to get a permit.

South Terrace forms the southern boundary to the square of Adelaide's CBD. It has a number of houses, including old cottages and modern townhouses, all with views across the parklands.

Recreational activities are plentiful - there are jogging tracks, soccer pitches, hockey fields and tennis courts all on your door-step.

This is a very convenient location for lovers of food and wine. The Central Market is just a five minute stroll away, offering fabulous fresh produce. China Town is also just around the corner, so there is a great selection of different Asian cuisines on offer.

Accessing the CBD is easy - just a short walk or you can easily hop on the free tram which runs down King William Road.

North Terrace is the main cultural strip of Adelaide, with the Museum, State Library, Art Gallery and the University of Adelaide. There is the huge Royal Adelaide Hospital, along with the Train Station. North Terrace is also the entertainment precinct, with Adelaide's Casino, a number of bars and hotels, as well as shops such as David Jones.

The street is not so well-known for its residential options. However, there are a couple of big and modern apartment blocks on North Terrace - some at the western end (opposite the Convention Centre), some above David Jones (immediately opposite the Museum and Art Gallery) and some on the corner of Frome Road (near Adelaide University).

It would be an interesting place to live - right in the middle of the city and close to everything. However it would not be the most peaceful location, as there is always something happening. The apartments however are very modern and new, offering amazing views across the parklands and from the sea to the hills.

Mill Street is a predominantly residential street which stretches to the east of the main street of Tanunda. It has a number of comfortable homes on reasonably-sized blocks, and is a good central location near to the town centre.

The street is home to the very busy Tanunda Medical Practice and Tanunda Hospital. Whilst both offer a lot of parking, a number of clientele will park on the street and traffic is quite steady throughout the day.

The Tanunda Primary School is also in an adjacent street, so you will hear frequent school bells and the sounds of children laughing and playing all day. You will also notice a fair amount of traffic at the start and end of the school day.

It is a lovely location, and you have all of the services and facilities of the Tanunda township at your fingertips.

Coglin Street is undergoing quite a transformation. The Brompton area was once heavily industrial, but is rapidly becoming a residential suburb as homeowners sought new properties in the midst of the property boom.

As a result, the street has some great townhouses with modern designs, ample parking and courtyard gardens. There are also a number of cottages, some quite ramshackle, that have not yet benefited from the development in the area.

Similarly, there are a number of families, professional couples and students in the area so it is for the most part quite safe and friendly. However there are also a couple of old pubs with bikies links, so the area occasionally has a slightly dangerous feel. This is improving as time goes by and the area continues to develop.

Coglin Street is undergoing quite a transformation. The Brompton area was once heavily industrial, but is rapidly becoming a residential suburb as homeowners sought new properties in the midst of the property boom.

As a result, the street has some great townhouses with modern designs, ample parking and courtyard gardens. There are also a number of cottages, some quite ramshackle, that have not yet benefited from the development in the area.

Similarly, there are a number of families, professional couples and students in the area so it is for the most part quite safe and friendly. However there are also a couple of old pubs with bikies links, so the area occasionally has a slightly dangerous feel. This is improving as time goes by and the area continues to develop.

O'Connell Street is going from strength to strength. A number of major developments in recent years have converted this small shopping strip in to a bustling cosmopolitan stretch.

It has absolutely everything on offer - a gym, cinema, supermarkets, upmarket dining, low-key cafés, a range of cuisine, clothing and home stores and lots lots more.

A couple of modern and stylish apartment blocks have been built in recent times, such as in place of the old Adelaide International Hotel and above the store Domo. The apartments offer great views across the parklands (although the two blocks have dfferent perspectives).

The location is brilliant - just a casual stroll or short busride to the CBD. There are lots of sporting activities and facilities nearby, including the North Adelaide Golf Course, Next Generation Gym and Memorial Drive tennis courts, the Aquatic Centre and the jogging/cycling trails around the River Torrens.

Melbourne Street is a prime location in the heart of North Adelaide. It is one of the leading café strips, offering a number of coffee bars, restaurants and pubs plus a number of retail and grocery stores. Everything you need is at your fingertips.

Most of the accommodation on Melbourne Street itself is in apartment blocks, and all are starting to get a few years of age. This means that prices are quite reasonable, and so the apartments are generally quite popular with students and international visitors on a temporary basis.

Melbourne Street can be very busy with traffic - often bumper to bumper in both the morning and peak hour.

The street is also very popular for socialising, so can be quite noisy at night with live music blaring from the pubs and people then heading home late at night.

West Pallant Street is a narrow, one way street which stretches between Melbourne Street and Stanley Street. It has a couple of apartment blocks, and generally has the feel of being a touch run-down and cramped. This is quite unusual for this area, as most of the suburb has a very polished feel.

The good points are that the accommodation is really quite inexpensive, so it is a good spot for uni students and renters. Melbourne Street is just 10 steps away, so you have a number of shops and cafés in easy reach. There are also quite a few pubs nearby - the Lion, the British and the Kentish Arms - great for pub meals and drinks any night of the week.

Adelaide University is just a short stroll across the parklands, just be careful in this area at night.

The Avenue is a wide, tree-lined street with mansion after mansion. In fact, Adelaide's most expensive home is located on this exclusive avenue.

The Avenue is situated in Medindie, a prestigious suburb to the north of the parklands and North Adelaide. It is a well-established residential area, and home to Adelaide's elite.

There is a private girls' school, Wilderness, just around the corner, so be aware that traffic can be busy at the start and end of the school day.

The location is very pleasant. Close to all that North Adelaide has to offer, but far enough away to be peaceful and quiet.