Thanks for all your input and ideas guys!

The estimated shipping rates from Tower Hobbies was way too much (ie. $210US) for two planes.

I have tried to order a Mid Star 40 and an LT-40 from HobbyHorse.com so I will see how that goes.  All up, I think it will cost me about $290US which still works out cheaper than if I could buy them locally as kits start at about $180US here.  I have paid by credit card but had to fill out a Credit Card Authorisation form which involved printing and scanning stuff which I'm not really up to speed with so I hope it worked?  I just hope that if it all goes through, my kits arrive here in one peice!

I will keep you posted - If for nothing else, than a future reference for other would be enthusiasts here downunder and around the world who are battling to get a hold of a kit or two!