Sydney is the most populous city in Australia with a metropolitan area population of over 4.2 million people. Sydney is the capital of New South Wales and is located on the australias south-east coast. Sydney was established in 1788 at Sydney Cove by Arthur Phillip who led the first invasion fleet from Britain. Built around Port Jackson, which includes Sydney Harbour it is Australia's largest financial centre and a major international tourist destination, notable for its beaches and twin landmarks of the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge.