Aussie_Paul pointed out this interesting Microsoft Media Player 8 page which claims near-CD quality sound at 48Kbps, enabling file sizes almost one-third the size of MP3.
LiamC sends word that he runs a regularly-updated OZ Price Guide.. tells you cheap prices but doesn't seem to tell you where those prices are from.
Evilcthul pointed out that there's a stereo VU kit for sale "To Clear" on Dick Smith Online.. details/ordering here. KngtRider in IRC was saying this one is fairly cheap and nasty. Well, at AUD$10 it's certainly cheap.