ADELAIDE - SOUTH AUSTRALIA

South Australia combines competitive cost, skill and infrastructure advantages with an exceptional quality of life. Metropolitan Adelaide, the capital of South Australia, covers 1,925 square kilometres and has an estimated population of 1.092 million.

Consider the major strengths of being strategic on the Asian Pacific rim; well-developed modern industry, competitive business costs, advanced research and development base, highly-skilled and productive workforce and high quality living all combine to provide an ideal location for national and international investment and business ventures.

Many well-known successful companies have their origins in Adelaide. They include BRL Hardy Wine Company, Coopers Brewery, F H Faulding & Co, Gerard Industries, Santos Ltd, Southcorp Ltd and News Corporation. Other major international companies - EDS, BHP and British Aerospace to name a few - have chosen Adelaide as their base.

South Australia however is more than just an investment opportunity. It provides an attractive lifestyle without the overcrowding, pollution and threats to personal security found in many larger cities. Adelaide is a '20 Minute City' - that being the average time it takes for most commuters to get to work.

The city's residents enjoy a Mediterranean climate that engenders an outdoor lifestyle. Adelaide is safe, affordable and stylish with a strong cultural life, impressive public buildings and facilities, world class education and health resources and great restaurants. Adelaide is also at the heart of Australia's wine industry. It is truly a place for people to get on with living as well as working.