Adelaide, Australia’s Happiest City 2025! Adelaide is setting the benchmark in Australia and that’s not just a cliche! According to the 2025 Happy City Index produced by the Institute for Quality of Life, Adelaide has claimed the number one spot among Australian cities, coming in at #29 globally in the happiness stakes. One of the standout reasons why Adelaide ranks so highly is its accessibility and the manageable pace of life. As one report puts it: with its stunning beaches, vibrant festivals

Australia's big capital cities have frequently been rated among the world's most liveable but the last few years have seen them miss out and that's left many asking why they've lost their appeal. Professor Greg Clark believes the lack of housing, traffic congestion, affordability and the cost of living are part of the reason. | ABC News