Property guru checks out Australia

Property programme presenter Phil Alsopp is to make a series on living in Australia, it has been revealed.

The presenter of Channel 4 show Location, Location, Location is compiling the production for the same broadcaster about life down under, the Halifax Courier reports.

Discussing the prospects for those moving to the country, he said quality of life is a key issue, with the paper quoting him as saying: "The general consensus is Australians have a stronger sense of that balance between work and life or lifestyle."

Mr Alsopp noted that unlike in Britain, a large income is not necessary to live well in Australia, something he suggested was down to a combination of the laid-back culture, the sunny weather and cheaper property.

Britons reported to be buying in Australia include singer Robbie Williams, who recently revealed he was looking to find a place there before opting for a residence near Daly Waters in the Northern Territory.