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10 Best Places to Retire in Australia.
澳大利亚最适宜养老的十大地方
There are many things you need to consider when you're about to retire. One of them is the weather.
对于选择哪里养老，我们要考虑的因素有很多，但其中之一绝对是气候。
Australia's climate varies depending on which part of the continent you're in.
澳大利亚的气候多种多样，这取决于您的生活地区。
It's mostly tropical in the northern states while the southern states have cooler winters.
北部多数大州为热带气候，南部各州有寒冷的冬天。
It's also one of the driest countries with an average annual rainfall of less than 600 millimeters.
它还是全球最干旱的国家之一，平局年降雨量不到600毫米。
In fact, retirees can enjoy an entire year of sunshine in Queensland and New South Wales!
事实上，退休居民可以选择阳光和煦的昆士兰州和新南威尔士州，当地可谓全年阳光普照。
Jill and Owen Weeks, authors of the book Where to Retire in Australia, said that although the needs of retirees vary,
《澳大利亚哪里适宜养老》一书的作者吉尔和欧文·威克斯表示，尽管退休者的需求各不相同，
they generally want good climate, relatively low cost of living, top medical facilities, low crime rates, and leisure places.
但他们普遍需要适宜的气候，相对低廉的生活费，完备的医疗设施，低犯罪率以及娱乐场所。
Australia no doubt fits the bill for these criteria.
澳大利亚无疑符合上述条件。
We curated this list from OverSixty, Financial Mappers, Finder, and Retirement Living Online.
以下十大榜单是从“OverSixty”“Financial Mappers”“Finder”以及“退休生活在线”网站上总结的。
The more frequent the place is recommended in the said sites, the higher rank it is given.
出现次数最多的地方排名也就越高。
In this list, we will look closely at what each location has to offer
在以下榜单中，我们要留意各个地方的特色，
and why it is beneficial for seniors to spend their retirement years there.
以及适宜老年人居住的好处有哪些。
Ten: Tweed Heads, New South Wales.
新南威尔士州堤维德岬
Aside from the breathtaking view of the Tweed River,
除了特威德河的美丽景色，
the town of Tweed Heads is known for its relaxing and peaceful ambiance that makes it appealing to retirees.
堤维德岬小镇拥有轻松宁静的氛围，这一点最吸引老年人前往。
It is the twin of Coolangatta located on the border between north-eastern NSW and south-eastern Queensland.
它还是库伦加塔的姊妹城市，位于新南威尔士州东北部和昆士兰州东南部的交汇处。
It has lots of amenities, community groups and clubs, shopping centers,
当地有许多便利设施，许多公益组织、酒吧、购物中心、
entertainment and leisure areas, everything that seniors want and need.
娱乐休闲地区，老年人渴望的一切这里应有尽有。
In fact, Tweed Heads has become a prime location for retirees, boasting 14 retirement villages.
事实上，堤维德岬是老年人的主要居住场所，当地有14个老年人村庄。
You will never run out of places to visit in this town from beaches to wildlife sanctuaries to bushland and mangroves trees.
从沙滩到野生动物保护区，再到内陆的半干旱地区以及红树林。
Tweed Heads has a lot of hidden gems to offer.
堤维德岬有许多值得您来探寻的瑰宝。
Nine: Coolangatta, Queensland.
昆士兰州库伦加塔
Coolangatta is the better half of Tweed Heads.
库伦加塔是堤维德岬姊妹城市。
This town is quieter compared to its party neighbor Surfer's Paradise.
这里比堤维德岬附近的“冲浪者天堂”要安静的多。
It's strategically located near the airport, which makes traveling to other parts of Australia or the even the world easier.
邻近飞机场，当地居民前往澳大利亚其它地区，甚至是全球各地都容易许多。
One of its main offerings is the Twins Towns Club, which is open to both Tweed Heads and Coolangatta retirees.
最有名的要数双子星俱乐部，并向来自两座姊妹城市的居民开放。
It offers entertainment such as live performances, classic film showings, affordable and delectable dining, and even dancing!
俱乐部会安排许多娱乐活动，比如现场音乐，经典电影放映，价格亲民的美食，甚至是舞蹈！
There are vineyards, waterfalls, rainforests, and quiet retreats scattered all around Coolangatta that's perfect for quick getaways.
当地有许多葡萄园种植区、瀑布、热带雨林以及幽静的定居处，这里绝对是休闲娱乐的好去处。
A friendly and tranquil community, this town easily makes retirees feel at home.
当地人热情好客，居住地区更是恬静优雅，让老年人有回家的感觉。
Eight: Esperance, Western Australia.
西澳大利亚州埃斯佩兰斯
Esperance is a haven nestled in the South West part of Western Australia.
埃斯佩兰斯是一片天堂之地，位于西澳大利亚州西南方。
With a sundry of coastal getaways and inland towns, this town has pristine beaches (It's not called as the "Whitest Beach in Australia" for nothing)
当地有许多海滨度假佳地以及内陆城镇，这里有原始沙滩（澳大利亚最白沙滩的美誉可不是浪得虚名），
coupled by a warm community that could easily entice seniors to permanently build their retirement home there.
居住区恬静自然，这里绝对能吸引许多老年人前往。
The average cost of houses in Esperance is around AUS 370,000 dollars but if you prefer condo units it will cost you roughly AUS 267,000 dollars.
当地平均房价大约在37万澳元，如果您喜欢公寓式住房，那么价格大约在26.7万澳元。
The town has multiple art galleries, golf clubs, national parks, nature reserves for camping, and a pink lake!
当地有许多画廊、高尔夫俱乐部、国家公园，以及可以露营的自然保护区，还有一个粉色湖泊！
It also has an airport that travels every day to Perth.
还有一个每日飞往珀斯的机场。
Seven: Merimbula, New South Wales.
新南威尔士州梅林布拉
Another southern beauty is the town of Merimbula with scenic and serene spots coupled with beautiful weather all year round.
南部还有一座美丽小镇，名叫梅林布拉，这里景色优美恬静，气候一年四季怡人舒适。
If you're looking for a mix of city and country life, Merimbula offers various dining places, leisure facilities, and shopping centers.
如果您希望它是乡村与城市的结合体，那么梅林布拉既有奢华的用餐场所，购物中心等休闲场所。
It also has gorgeous beaches and parks that're highly suitable for walking and exercise.
还有美丽的沙滩和公园，非常适合您散步锻炼。
Merimbula's unadulterated natural resources are so picturesque you wouldn't want to leave.
当地的自然美景风景如画，您一定不愿意离开。
It is also famous for its annual events such as the jazz festival,
每年这里还会举办许多著名活动，比如爵士乐节，
wave sailing competitions, orchid shows, food festivals, and fishing competitions.
帆船比赛，兰花展，美食节以及垂钓比赛。
Plus, it has a small airport that can take you to Melbourne anytime you want.
此外，当地还有一个飞机场，您可以随时光临梅林布拉。
Six: Echuca, Victoria.
维多利亚州伊丘卡
A charming town situated near the Murray River, Echuca offers a wide range of health and recreational facilities for seniors.
这座迷人小镇紧邻墨累河，伊丘卡为老年人提供一系列医疗设施以及娱乐场所。
It may not be close to coastlines but its warm and welcoming community makes it friendly to retirees.
虽然这里不临海，但这里惬意的社区环境绝对适合老年人前往。
Echuca has numerous clubs, vibrant communities, and social activities,
当地有许多酒吧，精彩绝伦的社区以及社交活动，
allowing the town to live up to the meaning of its name "meeting of the waters."
伊丘卡的本意是“河流交汇处”，这座小镇可谓名不虚传。
It is also accessible as it is the closest settlement to Melbourne.
它还是距离墨尔本最近的居住区，所以交通可谓四通八达。
Echuca also has a ranch where you can practice equestrian techniques and archery skills.
当地还有一片牧场，您可以练习马术或射箭。
That's aside from natural parks, wildlife parks, wineries, and paddle steamers river tours that you can enjoy whenever you want.
此外还有自然公园、野生动物园和酿酒厂，当然您还可以乘坐蒸汽船巡游，享受这里带给您的一切！
