Which State Fits You Best?

By: Hania Syed
Estimated Completion Time
4 min
Which State Fits You Best?
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About This Quiz

Australia is a diverse country that has something for everyone. From the beach to the big smoke, Australians are spoiled when it comes to choosing where to live. It merely depends on what environment you'd thrive in and what you prefer. Your lifestyle, work and attitude will all come into play when figuring out where you should live. Perhaps you're a die-hard city slicker, a nature-lover, or a total homebody. Or maybe your line of work demands that you live in a specific type of city or town. This quiz will help you demystify the process of choosing which state suits you best. 

Whether you're looking to move from one place in Australia to another, or you're trying to work out if you're truly meant to stay where you're currently living, this quiz will be your guiding compass. Ensure that your family life, work life, hobbies and more are all taken care of by determining which Aussie state best suits you. 

Let's give a shout out to Australia's sparsely populated territories, the Australian Capital Territory and the Northern Territory, which we won't be focusing on for the time being. 

So, are you ready to figure out which Australian state will best suit you? Take this quiz and start packing your bags! 

Crowd
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Do you feel energised or drained when you're around people?
I love crowds and socialising at every opportunity.
I like a bustling community.
I feel overwhelmed by crowds.
I love crowds and meeting tourists, but I also want a large space to myself.

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Man walking on the road
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What kind of natural scenery are you drawn to?
The desert
The outback
The mountains
The rainforest

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Hiking
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What's your favourite way to spend the weekend?
Hitting the shops for some retail therapy
Going for a swim or surf
Going for a hike
Going to a gallery or museum

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Glamorous woman
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How would you describe your fashion sense?
On-trend
Unique
Comfortable
Practical

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Neighbourhood
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What is your dream neighbourhood like?
Close to amenities as well as some fun venues and activities
Suburban and spacious
In the middle of nowhere
Where the beach is my backyard

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Gridlocked traffic
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In which of these scenarios would you feel most anxious?
Crowded main street
Gridlocked traffic
Empty main street
Cramped housing

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Sunny weather
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What kind of weather do you prefer?
Good all year round
Sunny, sunny, sunny
Mediterranean
The cooler, the better

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Woman waking up
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If you could wake up to any view in the world, what would it be?
A city skyline
A busy beach
A rural community
A forest

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Man thinking
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Which word resonates most with you?
Relax
Enjoy
Escape
Adventure

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Woman signing job contract
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If you could have any job in the world, what would it be?
A corporate role as a banker or accountant
Something artistic, like a musician or a writer
Something in the tourism industry
Anything involving animals, like a zoologist or veterinarian

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Austin
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Which global city most appeals to you?
Los Angeles
Cape Town
Austin
Miami

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Group of friends
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What type of people do you like to be around?
Young profesionals
Artists and creatives
Outdoorsy people
Unpretentious people

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Koala
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Which Australian animal would you love to spot in the wild?
Quokkas
Echidnas
Tasmanian devils
Koalas

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Woman commuting
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What's your preferred mode of transporation?
Car
Train
Tram
Bus

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Music festival
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At which of these festivals would you most likely be spotted?
A massive music festival
A fringe festival
A food and wine festival
An edgy arts festival

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Couple paying for groceries
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How much are you willing to spend on everyday expenses?
I'm happy to pay more for quality of life.
I'm happy to spend more as long as it's balanced and fair.
The cheaper the better.
I'm happy to pay more for some things, but I also want to be frugal.

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Career progression
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How important is career progression to you?
I want upward mobility and career progression.
I want a good work-life balance.
I'm happy with a stable 9 to 5 job.
I'd like to change careers once or twice throughout life.

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Excessive heat
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What negative are you willing to put up with?
Potential isolation
Excessive heat
Cold weather
Tourists

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Friends visiting city
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What's the best thing about your ideal state?
The variety of places to visit
The art and culture
The temperate and weather conditions
The tropical conditions

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Hugh Jackman
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Which of these Aussie celebs do you think is the most famous?
Heath Ledger
Hugh Jackman
Kylie Minogue
Steve Irwin

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Healthy food
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What sort of food tickles your fancy?
A great brunch
Fresh fruit and veggies
Oysters
Fresh seafood

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Woman with outstretching arms
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What's most important to you?
Achieving my goals
Being able to express myself
My work-life balance
Taking care of myself

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Man surfing in Australia
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Which sporting event are you most likely to watch or participate in?
Aussie rules football
Surfing
Tennis
Rugby

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Coffee
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How do you feel about coffee?
I like a quality brew to get my day going.
I need the best of the best several times a day.
It's too hot for coffee!
I'm not too fussed.

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Cityscape painting
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What sort of painting would we see on your living room wall?
A cityscape or landmark building
Old-fashioned houses
A rainforest or waterfall
A pristine white beach

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Man hiking in forest
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Do the great outdoors scare you?
Yes, I don't want to get too far away from the beaten track.
Yes, I don't like to be in the middle of nowhere.
No, I love outdoor adventures.
No, as long as it's not entirely deserted.

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Hustling
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How do you feel about 'hustling'?
I love to hustle hard and compete.
I want to push myself creatively.
I don't like the hustle mentality.
I'll hustle hard enough to achieve my goals.

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Troye Sivan
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With which Australian musician do you most vibe?
Troye Sivan
Tash Sultana
Flume
Sia

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Westfield
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Where do you go when you visit your local Westfield?
Billabong
Target
Kmart
I prefer local markets instead.

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Happy woman
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How would you describe your energy?
I'm up for everything!
I'm energetic but like some downtime too!
I'm laidback but have the energy to try new things
I'm very subdued

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