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Both practicality and aesthetics were reasons why Canberra ended up being established in a location closer to Sydney than Melbourne. It was decided by members of Parliament that the site for the national capital must have the following features:
- It could not be on the coast, as this could render it vulnerable to enemy bombardment (the acquisition of land at Jervis Bay enabled a federal naval port to be established)
- The climate needed to be "bracing", to ensure that politicians had clear minds to enhance the decision-making process
- There could not already be any established urban development or industry
- Access to enough water was, of course, vital
- It should be an aesthetically pleasing site, and therefore preferably in an elevated position and surrounded by picturesque mountains
The Canberra-Yass site fitted all these criteria, as did the Dalgety site and Lake George. At the first ballot in 1904, the Dalgety site was chosen, but after a change of government, another ballot was held in 1908. In this ballot, the Canberra-Yass site won by six votes.
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Which city is closer to Sydney - Melbourne or Brisbane?
Melbourne is closer to Sydney than Brisbane is.
What is another important city in Australia other than Canberra?
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Is Canberra along the coastal drive from Melbourne to Sydney?
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Is Melbourne further south than canberra?
yes
Is Canberra bigger than Sydney?
Yes
What is the difference between Melbourne and Sydney?
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Canberra is generally colder than Perth. Canberra is also closer to the Australian alps than any other major city
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What is a large city in southeast Australia?
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Which is the main capital of Australia?
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How do you describe Melbourne in three words?
Better than Sydney
