Welcome to NSW – The Premier State
New South Wales (NSW) is Australia’s most populous state, located on the country’s east coast. Home to over 8.6 million residents, it features the vibrant, cosmopolitan capital of Sydney, world-class wine regions like the Hunter Valley, stunning coastlines, and a premier ski destination – the Snowy Mountains. Bordering Queensland to the north, Victoria to the south, South Australia to the west and the beautiful Pacific Ocean to the east, NSW sits in an ideal location with a predominantly warm temperate climate that varies significantly across its three main zones: a temperate and humid coastal strip, a cool mountainous alpine region in the Great Dividing Range, and semi-arid to arid plains in the vast inland west.
NSW is also Australia’s oldest state, founded as a British penal colony in 1788. It is a powerhouse of contrasts, famous for its sparkling coastline, quintessential rural towns, ancient indigenous heritage, and its cosmopolitan global capital city, Sydney. Start here and explore its magnificent natural harbour, majestic botanic gardens, iconic beaches and architectural landmarks, then head off on a road trip, catch a train or relax on a cruise and explore this fascinating state like a local.
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