Do Australians and New Zealanders mainly live in houses, townhomes, or condominiums ?
Most Australians and New Zealanders live within 30 miles of the coast in large cities or towns along the eastern seaboard in houses. Approximately half the population of New Zealand lives in the top third of the North Island, mainly in houses. In the larges cities there is a wide range of housing available. Architecture has been based predominantly on European and American styles; however, modern housing is distinctly Australian. There are terrace houses and “Queenslanders” with the styles based on the weather and lifestyle of the particular region. Do not expect to see constructions of high-rise residential areas (although inner city living has become more popular in recent years), particularly in Melbourne, Brisbane, and Auckland. Houses with large backyards, playing fields, parks and shopping centers nearby allow for a lifestyle envied by many people around the globe. Comfortable and spacious accommodation within one hour’s drive (or less) from city centers allows most Australians a
