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Exempt - Caravans and trailers will be exempt the government said. Canstar identified the top ten retirement destinations around Australia.

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Tweed Heads, NSW - Tweed Heads is near the NSW and QLD border, with a mild climate and an area rich in flora and fauna.

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Affordable - There is a large retiree population (the average resident age is 54) as well as 14 retirement villages. A great place with affordable dining, live music, day trips such as whale watching, and sports.

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Port Macquarie, NSW - Port Macquarie in NSW is situated 390km north of Sydney with wetlands, forests, mountains and beautiful coastline.

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Retirement villages - With 13 retirement villages, the average resident age is 47.

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Perfect - A perfect subtropical climate brings a number of events including a highly anticipated annual food festival to Port Macquarie.

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The Sunshine Coast, QLD - With beautiful beaches, great weather and a relaxed community feel, the Sunshine Coast is little quieter than the Gold Coast but no less spirited.

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Ideal - Noosa, Mooloolaba, Maroochydore and Caloundra can be found along the Sunshine Coast with some very affordable accommodation.

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Peaceful - Easily an hour’s drive north of Brisbane, it’s quiet and peaceful, but not too far out of the way. The area has many retirement village options.

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Coolangatta, QLD - Neighbouring Tweed Heads, Coolangatta is also an ideal location to retire.

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Choice - With around 19 retirement villages in the area, you won't be stuck for choice.

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Subtropical - Coolangatta also boasts that perfect subtropical climate, on the border of NSW.

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Echuca, VIC - Opposite twin town Moama, sits across the Murray River in NSW, Echuca makes every visitor feel welcome.

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'The meeting of the waters' - There are clubs, associations and activities for residents and visitors. As well as a great community spirit, vibrant culture and several annual festivals.

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Accessible - It is the closest settlement on the Murray to Melbourne CBD. It is vibrant, accessible and friendly, offering good health facilities and affordable dining.

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Mornington Peninsula, VIC - Home to the likes of Mount Martha, Dromana, Portsea, Flinders and Hastings, Mornington Peninsula has bays, surf beaches, vineyards and orchards on rolling hills.

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Quaint - It offers retirees endless places to explore and discover throughout the quaint coastal suburbs.

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Taste - There is much to explore when surrounded by quality food and wine producers, artisanal markets and manicured gardens.

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Adelaide Hills, SA - Adelaide Hills is a part of the Mount Lofty Ranges and not far from Adelaide city.

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Serene - Surrounded by hills as far as the eye can see, this serene location has a beautiful array of food, community, and local events.

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Wine region - Home to the Adelaide Hills wine region with a cooler climate for their award-winning wines. 

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Yankalilla, SA - An hour drive south from Adelaide, Yankalilla is located along the western side of the Fleurieu Peninsula.

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Charm - Surrounded by nature, this pretty country haven is full of charm and character. And, although it may not have as many facilities as other retirement destinations, it is very affordable.

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Over sixty - According to Over Sixty, "Home to farmers, artists, city-dwellers down for the weekend and retirees, this is an ideal place for those looking to be close to a capital city but with the peaceful lifestyle of a quiet country town."

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Esperance, WA - Esperance is a local treasure with its unspoilt coastline, friendly community, affordable housing, local airport and an average age of 48.

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Active retirees - Best suited for active retirees, there is a range of outdoor activities such as swimming, walking, boating, snorkelling and bird watching. It is located eight hours south of Perth.

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Huon Valley, TAS - Huon Valley is an ideal retirement spot for those who enjoy natural beauty and open spaces in a cooler climate. The valley receives 300 days of sun and is only 20 minutes from Hobart.

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Welcoming - With affordable living costs, plenty of attractions and a welcoming local feel, the valley townships consist of Cygnet, Dover, Franklin, Geeveston, Port Huon, Glen Huon and Huonville.

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Highest - And ideal retirement location with lower crime rates. Also, TAS and SA make up the highest number of older Aussies, about 16%, compared to other states in Australia according to Over Sixty.

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