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We continue studying countries and Dating Industry there. Today I would like to talk about Australian Online Dating industry.

First let's start with a short "country profile" that may explain some aspects of Online Dating in the area. The population of Australia is about 20.7 million people among which there are a lot of immigrants from Britain and Ireland which have been the largest sources of post-war immigrants, followed by Italy, Greece, New Zealand, and the former Yugoslavia. This data means that there are different cultures, religions and communities that Online Dating Industry can target.

The Age structure is as follows:
0-14 years: 19.6% (male 2,031,313/female 1,936,802)
15-64 years: 67.3% (male 6,881,863/female 6,764,709)
65 years and over: 13.1% (male 1,170,589/female 1,478,806) (2006 est.)

As you notice, people with active dating position place the major part of population which means high possibility to develop the industry. Let's check if it's true with Online Dating Industry.

I took a look at Australian based or oriented Dating sites. They are numerous but many of them don't have a wide user database and as MelbournePubs reports "The biggest disappointment with most sites was always the lack of members, particularly Australian girls." Thus they name 3 main Australian Dating Sites:
1. AussiMatchmaker is an Online Adult Dating Site with a large database of users and free registration. I should add that Aussi has several Dating sites for different types of users.

2. Lavalife.com.au is another part of Aussi company. Lavalife Australia launched in 2000 and now has over 100,000 active members. Based out of Sydney, Lavalife Australia is part of Lavalife Corp. – one of the world's largest meeting services for singles – headquartered in Toronto, Canada. In addition to our online service, Aussies can also access Lavalife by Phone to give their social lives an instant boost.

3. RSVP is a Dating Portal which Allows very complex searches if you register. It's free to become a member of RSVP. It's also free to send another member a 'kiss' which is basically an expression of interest. It's also free to respond to a 'kiss' which lets the member know if you are keen to receive any follow up correspondence. The interesting thing is RSVP's currency - 'stamps'. One stamp allows you to send one email to one profile. Either sending or receiving an email opens a channel with another member and enables unlimited free contact for 30 days.

But Online Dating Industry in Australia cannot be bounded by only these 3 sites. I have collected a list of dating and personals sites that could be interesting for you if you start studeing this market or just plan to date with an Ausralian.

* DatingSearchAustralia.com. 100% free dating personals for the man, woman and couples searching free on line dating and personals for alternative dating through online. Dating site provide safe and secure online environment to find a dating adult sexy partner through online.

* ClubIntimate.com is free site to join and use that allows you to use free livewebcam with skype. It also has a cute design.

* BCL.com.au is a catalogue of Dating Sites and services where you can get the one that suits you most of all.

* DatingAustralia.i4u.com.au is an Online Dating Australia website where you can register and communicate with users for free.

* Slinky.com.au which has a usual number of features. There are no monthly recurring costs at Slinky. You just buy credits when you decide you would like to contact someone.

* SoulMades.com.au is designed for people who know what they want and seek other like-minded individuals. It's not just a place to pick up a date; it's a community.

* SinglesWhoClick.com.au service is provided at no charge to members. Instead, advertising pays for the service. Their motto is "We believe that the best things in life should be free!" Nice position, by the way.

* EziFriends.com.au is Australia's number one friend finder. It's for people who are searching for friendship as well as dating and relationships.

* BlinkDating.com.au is Australia’s largest speed dating service which provides different Dating Events for local areas with a set entrance fees. Most of the action is taken offline.

Of course I assume that the list is not completed but suppose it can be a good start for your research. Besides, those Niche Dating Sites show that people greately enjoy local communities that can provide Niche dating. So if you're planning to start your own Dating Business check up your local communities and probably you will find your own niche for a Dating Site. Good Luck!

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