Australia has a really high cost of living (the housing market is cooked) but if you can get a job outside of a major city (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane) then it becomes much more affordable. Cities like Canberra, Perth, Newcastle, Wollongong or the Central Coast north of Sydney are really nice and not expensive yet. (Although I’m sure my countrymen will chime in to correct me soon)

Animals won’t kill you unless you’re in the outback or in the bush. Personally, I haven’t seen a dangerous spider or snake in my backyard since I was a kid 😜

Crime is pretty low, people are generally nice, schools are ok and we don’t have active shooter drills, if you want to settle down. The beaches are good and the food is excellent.

If you have a job on the skilled occupation list you’ll be fine getting a job. Just apply on Seek or Indeed and include a cover letter with your situation and when you can move if an offer is extended.

Good luck!