Australia has long been a land of immigrants since its British colonization in 1788.
Step-by-step explanation:
There are many push and pull factors of Australia which attracted the emigrants from UK and Ireland. Some of the pull factors of Australia are its long tradition of welcoming immigrants. Many Chinese also emigrated to Australia for a better standard of living. Next major factor of British migration is the similar English speaking culture which is practiced in Australia.
Low cost of living and low cost of property and land holdings, World class education is there in Australia which attracts many British immigrants. Australia also minimized the visa pressure of the British as they are highly skilled workers who contribute much to Australian economy.