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Big smoke vs region

Go bush young man! Remote towns are more relaxed and comfortable than the inner cities

19 July 2014

9:00 AM

19 July 2014

9:00 AM

Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or the bush. I could continue but I am sure you discern my drift. Those who have lived in large metropolises, unless they have previously owned huge properties, are considered the lucky ones. The rest put up with being remote from society, friends, family, sporting and cultural activities and close contact with the rest of the world.

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