Armidale Lifestyle
Armidale is located in NSW roughly halfway between Sydney and Brisbane on the New England Highway. The city has a population of about 24,000. The climate is mild, with warm summers, glorious springs and crisp winters bringing occasional snowfalls; in autumn the city turns crimson and gold.
The central business district has a cosmopolitan flavour, with pedestrian malls, cafés, markets, regular cultural events and festivals. Shopping centres, museums, parks, restaurants and a cinema are just a short walk or bus ride away. With a high level of business activity including in the CBD, a growing education sector, and a strong rural economy, employment in Armidale is quite strong.
A strong element of growth in Armidale’s population is due to professional or business people with school-aged children choosing a location with cultural vibrancy, superior educational facilities, a strong sporting culture and a healthy outdoors lifestyle. Some of Australia’s most spectacular gorge country can be found in the nearby national parks, which provide superb walking opportunities. The beach is two and a half hours away at Coffs Harbour. Armidale Airport has numerous daily flights to and from Sydney and Brisbane. Train and bus services also travel to the major cities.
