I believe, like US, UK or Canada, Australia has its pluses and minuses. Racism exists everywhere, even back in Nepal (try living as a dalit or indigineous for few weeks and you will know). It's how you handle it and how systematic it is. In Australia's case, it is as open to Immigrants from all backgrounds as it can be. And the people are in general quite welcoming. It is a wonderful place, not only to visit but also to make one's home. BTW, for those who think Asians are considered second class citizens in Australia, that is not true. You perceive what you believe. Here is a newspaper clipping of a young Nepali-Australian man in Deniliquin (a rural town, two hours from Melbourne) who won the Youth of the Year award. Do you think he considers himself a second class Australian? I think NOT!