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SKODA YETI?
Going through much the same process myself at the moment.
Cars are expensive in Australia but they last for longer than in UK or NZ. Parallel imports are harder than in NZ.
Skoda Yeti is as yet unavailable in Australia. There are rumours it will be arriving soon.
Audi A6 Allroad is listed $115,000 in Australia. Skoda Octavia fourby estate is available as an alternative.
XC90 is $70,000 in Australia.
Ford Kuga is unavailable in Australia.
Lada Niva is unavailable in Australia.
Holden Captiva and Ford Territory are available but I just wouldn't buy a car from either of them again. The Commodore estate 4x4 isn't made any more, I think.
Renault Koleos does well on paper - but they're fugly, no-one buys them (my local dealer has "new" 2009 models which they still can't shift!) and even if they're Nissan platform and made in Korea...they're still French.
You can buy parallel import Japanese 4x4 MPVs - Bongos and Delicas and stuff - but it doesn't sound like that would be of much interest.
zokes - you should seriously consider buying ex-government at auction. 1-3 years old, substantial discount and dodging the painful depreciation. Outlander, X-Trail, Forester, Outback, Territory, Captiva are all commonly available. I have a bit of experience at this, including buying a Subaru Forester, which was very well-made and nice to drive, but punishingly bad on petrol. Let me know if you want more info on this.
Ignore that last bit - just seen that you got a Freelander on the other thread. Happy trails!
EDIT: this is an ancient thread!
Skoda Yeti 😉