Australia's stable political environment, advantageous time zones and favourable regulatory structures are underpinned by an understanding of the global business mindset. Interaction between Australia and the rest of the world is easy, and many international corporations enjoy the advantages of locating their operations here.

Intellectual property

Australia is ranked one of the leading nations in the world for political stability and regulatory transparency. This includes one of the most effective and advanced legal systems in the world for the protection of intellectual property (IP), providing certainty and security for multinational firms developing new technologies here.

Critical infrastructure protection

The Australian economy has a competitive advantage as a base for information-based industry due to the availability and reliability of high-quality infrastructure. To maintain this advantage, the Government is implementing initiatives to protect infrastructure across the economy.

Proximity to Asia

A strategic geographical position and history means Australia can cater for multinationals connecting business activities across the globe, and with its strong regional ties has been used by companies like Microsoft as a regional hub to service the Asia-Pacific.

Cultural affinity

Leading software and technology development companies use Australia's time zone to pursue round-the-sun applications development. Advantageous time zones Oracle and others have set up facilities in Australia for the productivity benefits offered by the country's cultural and business affinity to Asia, Europe and the US.

Quality of life

Beyond economic and political reasoning, Australia is a fantastic place to live. Corporate professionals and their families have voted Australia as one of the best places in the world to live and work.