If Christchurch is best NZ retirement spot, which city in Australia would compare favorably with her ?

We are an Italian couple who decided to roam the globe for a few years following retirement, currently residing in Malaysia, and seriously looking to find a place to settle down. We like Australasia a lot. Very different from Europe and relatively unspoiled and carefree, just what "the Doctor ordered". We enjoy NZ a lot, but summers are short. Only visited Perth last year for a few days, but have great expectations for Oz. How about Adelaide, for example. Any ideas ? Suggestions ?. Any input would be appreciated. TIA ! Thad

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1. I would suggest POrt Macquarie In NSW mid north Caost. Its about a 3.5 hour drive north of Sydney and it is a fantastic retirment place. If not there, the NSW Central Coast like Woy Woy or TErrigal or Avoca
2. I would suggest that Adelaide can have long winters so if that is what you are trying to avoid, stay clear. Good retirement spots: Coffs Harbour and surrounding towns (Urunga, Bellingen, Valla etc) NSW - the atmosphere in the smaller towns is very laid back - nice weather, and Coffs Harbour provides the conveniences you need. Sunshine Coast, Qld - nice warm weather, very beachy area. But there are also hinterland areas if you prefer which are just so seet (Maleny, Montville etc are very country cottage arts and craftsy kind of places)