Nice part of the world
I was born and raised in one of the most beautiful parts of NSW, the Southern Highlands..
If you think things are expensive here in Perth, try living in Bowral!!
I ended up in Canberra for 15 years, a truly beautiful city but the winters are freaking horrible! It is also a very expensive place to live....
Now in Perth, and I love it! As for being expensive, I don't find it too bad, especially if you are not living near the city..