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The eastern states of Australia are the mainland states of Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland, as well as the island state of Tasmania. The Australian Capital Territory and Jervis Bay Territory are also included, though they are not states. South Australia is sometimes considered an eastern state due to its economic ties with the other eastern states. The eastern states are home to the majority of Australia's population, including the country's three largest cities: Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. The region is characterised by a humid subtropical climate, with some areas experiencing oceanic or tropical weather patterns.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| States | Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, and the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) |
| --- Also includes | The island state of Tasmania and Jervis Bay Territory |
| --- Sometimes includes | South Australia |
| Population | 19,484,100 (81% of Australia's population) |
| Land Area | 2,829,463 km2 (37% of Australia's total land area) |
| Time Zone | Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) |
| Climate | Humid subtropical zone with some tropical (Queensland) and oceanic climate (ACT, Victoria, New South Wales) zones |
| Major Cities | Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Gold Coast |
| Tourist Spending | $20.5 billion out of $24.1 billion spent by international tourists in Australia in 2015 |
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New South Wales
The state has a humid subtropical climate, with some oceanic influences due to its proximity to the ocean. New South Wales is one of the eastern states of Australia that use Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).
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Queensland
The capital and largest city of Queensland is Brisbane (also called 'Brissie'), Australia's third-largest city. Brisbane is home to half of Queensland's population and is known for its winter sunshine and warmth. Ten of Australia's thirty largest cities are located in Queensland, including the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast, Townsville, Cairns, Ipswich, and Toowoomba. Queensland has a high level of internal migration and is a popular destination for interstate migration. The state has the highest inter-state net migration in Australia and the third-largest economy among Australian states. Queensland's economy is based on its strengths in mining, agriculture, transportation, international education, insurance, and banking.
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Victoria
Melbourne, the capital of Victoria, is located at the head of Port Phillip Bay on the southeastern coast. The city is home to about 136,000 people and is the core of an extensive metropolitan area, with a population of over 5 million people. The state is Australia's most urbanised, with nearly 90% of residents living in cities and towns. Other urban centres outside Melbourne include Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Shepparton, Mildura, Warrnambool, Wodonga, and the Latrobe Valley.
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Tasmania
The state encompasses the main island of Tasmania, which is the 26th-largest island in the world, as well as Bruny Island, King and Flinders Islands in the Bass Strait, numerous smaller islands, and subantarctic Macquarie Island. Tasmania's economy relies mainly on tourism, agriculture, aquaculture, education, and healthcare. The state also produces a significant portion of Australia's hydroelectric power and has a diverse range of natural resources.
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Australian Capital Territory
The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) is an internal territory of Australia. Canberra, the capital city of Australia, is situated within the territory and is the territory's primate city. It is located in the southeastern Australian mainland as an enclave surrounded by the state of New South Wales (NSW). The territory was transferred to the federal government by New South Wales in 1911, two years prior to the capital city being founded and formally named as Canberra in 1913.
The ACT is renowned for its cosmopolitan atmosphere. The state boasts some of Australia’s most important national institutions, including the National Gallery of Australia, the National Museum of Australia, Parliament House, the High Court of Australia, and the head offices of many Australian Government agencies. The territory also hosts the majority of foreign embassies in Australia, as well as regional headquarters of many international organisations, not-for-profit groups, lobbying groups, and professional associations.
The ACT was the first mainland Australian jurisdiction to achieve 100% renewable energy supply and is on track to achieve zero net emissions by 2045. The Territory also has the highest number of electric vehicles and charging stations in Australia (per capita). Canberra is one of the most liveable cities in the world, with a unique Australian experience, and provides easy access to national parks, Australia's biggest snowfields in winter, and the pristine beaches of the New South Wales south coast in summer.
The territory's southern and western parts are mountainous, reaching a maximum height of 6,279 feet (1,914 meters) at Bimberi Peak. In the northeastern section, there are broad valleys between rounded hills. While much of the generally rugged topography of the Australian Capital Territory allows small-scale farming, forestry, and grazing, only about one-third of the territory is suitable for urban development. The area is drained by the Murrumbidgee River, which flows from the Snowy Mountains northward through the territory.
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Frequently asked questions
The eastern states of Australia are the mainland states of Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland, and the island state of Tasmania. The Australian Capital Territory and Jervis Bay Territory are also included, though they are not states.
The eastern states are home to the majority of Australians, with approximately 19.5 million people living across Queensland, New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, and Tasmania. This accounts for about 81% of Australia's total population.
The climate in the eastern states is mostly humid and subtropical, with some tropical areas in Queensland and oceanic climates in Victoria and New South Wales. The eastern states are defined by those that use Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).
The eastern states include the federal capital of Canberra and Australia's three largest cities: Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. Other major cities include Gold Coast, Queensland, and Adelaide in South Australia, which is sometimes included in the eastern states.
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