New South Wales

New South Wales is Australia’s oldest and most populated state. It was originally settled as a penal colony on the shores of Port Jackson where the bustling capital city of Sydney now stands. More than a third of Australians live in New South Wales, and Sydney is the nation’s largest city.

New South Wales lies in the temperate zone. The Great Dividing Range, in the east of the state, has a large impact on the climate, creating four distinct zones: the coastal strip, the highlands, the Western Slopes and the flatter country to the west. Sydney’s climate is pleasantly temperate all year round with more than 340 sunny days a year. In summer (December to February), average maximum temperatures in Sydney are around 26°C. It can also be humid at this time with an average humidity of 65 per cent. Average maximum temperatures in the winter (June-August) are around 16°C. Sydney’s rainfall is highest between March and June.

New South Wales has endless unspoilt beaches, breathtaking natural treasures and one of the world’s most famous and vibrant cities. Climb Sydney Harbour Bridge or take the ferry past the Opera House to Manly. Do a day trip to the Hunter Valley vineyards or the romantic Blue Mountains. Restore your zen on the beach in Byron Bay & see dolphins play in the clear waters of Jervis Bay. Bike ride and dive on Lord Howe Island and visit the world’s oldest ceremonial burial site at Mungo National Park. Horse ride, hike or hit the snowfields in the Snowy Mountains or head west for Tamworth’s country music and Moree’s natural artesian spas.

Information on domestic consumers, including tourism facts, quarterly indicators, market sectors and activities, accommodation, business events and future trends can all be found on the STO’s corporate websites and links have been provided under each state and region.

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No listings for New South Wales at the moment, but here's a selection of featured lifestyle properties from around Australia

No listings at the moment; here's a selection from around Australia
Pearl of Contentment Free Hold

Pearl of Contentment Free Hold

$2,900,000
Gold Coast
A very special & energy calming piece of heaven, 7 years of running Pearl of Contentment Retreat, we were 1 of the busiest Retreats on the gold coast, operating 7 days a week, intimate & personalised with up to 11 guests. We offered workshops, coaching & counselling, Massage, other energy modalities, spa treatments, hikes, Homegrown & cooked vegetarian soul food, nothing sprayed or processed. Almost off the grid, our own bees, honey, chickens & eggs. The options are endless for you, follow on with what I was doing & I will support you all the way, or thrive with your own expertise & ... 
The Church

The Church

$990,000 - $1,080,000
Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges
A local gem, The Church Yarra Junction has been extensively remodeled and expertly designed with flair and opulence. Offering country accommodation at its finest, this retired Church backs right onto the Warburton Rail Trail with an abundance to offer as an ideal place to call home or an incredibly appealing investment opportunity. As tourism growth is projected throughout the region with the much-anticipated Warburton Mountain Bike Destination opening to the public early 2025, this is an ideal start to build your portfolio. Bright open space basked in beautiful natural light, wood-burni... 
LYRUP GENERAL STORE

LYRUP GENERAL STORE

320000
Riverland
Lyrup is a junction where the Mighty River Murray and Pike River meet. Originally two government officers chose the current site where Lyrup is perched upon the clay banks of the peaceful River Murray and started a settlement in early 1894. 40 Men and their wives, 50 single men and 112 children had been selected to relocate from Adelaide to live at the Lyrup settlement. The Government sent the selected people by train to Morgan and from Morgan upstream on a paddle steamer to the newly selected Lyrup site. Out of the eleven settlements established in 1894 Lyrup is the only one that still ... 
Yungaburra Bush Cottages

Yungaburra Bush Cottages

1,600,000
Tropical North Queensland
Perfect for family living the main residence showcases exquisite stone architecture; three spacious bedrooms, lounge with fireplace, raked ceilings and to top it all off a lovely patio area. . Main Residence: * 330 sqm Under roof * 3 Massive bedrooms * Master with ensuite * Lounge with fireplace * Fully air-conditioned * Spacious kitchen * Private patio * Borders Peterson Creek * 2 Bay shed . Currently used for holiday accommodation, the 2 luxury cottages are located on the other side of the property allowing privacy from the main residence. Secluded and surrounded by lush v... 
A Hidden Retreat on the Edge of the Lake

A Hidden Retreat on the Edge of the Lake

$1,180,000 Offers Considered
Gippsland
Tucked away within the peaceful surrounds of Wattle Point, this waterfront retreat offers the kind of lifestyle most only ever dream about. A place where mornings begin with still water and birdsong, where the pace slows naturally, and where every day feels connected to the landscape around you. Here, nature isn't just nearby, it's part of everyday life. Kangaroos gather in the yard beneath the trees, yachts drift quietly across the water, and dolphins occasionally pass by your front doorstep. Wander down to the water's edge, launch the boat or paddle boards from your own private ramp, c... 
Stephanies Country Cottages

Stephanies Country Cottages

$2,500,000
Daylesford & Macedon Ranges
4 bedroom, 3 bathroom Homestead 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom cottage 2 tiny homes on wheels Mixed use zoning allowing a mix of residential and commercial Bore feeding large ornamental lake and good sized dam 
Rosie and Dicks Pet Retreat

Rosie and Dicks Pet Retreat

$649,950
Gladstone
420 Murphy Road Captain Creek - Rosie and Dick’s Pet Retreat $649,950 Rosie & Dick’s Pet Retreat is a unique, purpose-built facility over 40 acres for the luxury boarding, training, and day care of pets. The Retreat is sparkly clean with shady, daytime paddocks built around gum trees, super spacious kennels, and an in-home doggy sleeping area for miniature and small breeds. The house is as neat as a pin and features two bedrooms with built in robes. There is one bathroom in the house with a shower, plus a second toilet and shower in the laundry. The dining / living area, Pooch Parlour, ke...