Australia nightlife guide for beginners

Planning my first trip to Australia. Read through the older threads but wanted to check if info is still current.

My main questions:
1. Best area to stay for easy access to the scene?
2. Realistic daily budget including accommodation?
3. Any areas to avoid?
4. How is the quality compared to Germany?
5. Any apps to use before arriving?

Coming from Australia with experience in Southeast Asia but first time in Australia.

Any recent reports or recommendations appreciated. Thanks!

Also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.

Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.

What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.

Did you use an agency or find girls at online?

+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.

This matches my experience. Australia is underrated.

Different experience for me. Prices were higher when I went.

First time was overwhelming but exciting. Second time was so much more efficient. Experience makes all the difference.

Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.

Adding my experience: scene has evolved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.

Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.

Been there 10 times now. Still one of my top destinations. The value for money is what keeps me coming back.

Been going for years. Scene has stayed consistent.

What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.

I was there in January and prices were exactly as described. Spent about $120/day all-in.

My tip: midweek is much better.

Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.

This matches my experience. Australia is underrated.