I honestly think it is not as hard as every one makes out,
to actually get a container into Australia.
As far as i am concerned it is important to get a very good customs broker
and he should just about take care of everything as long as all the paper work is intact
Finding a good reputable seller who is not going to rip you is the hard part

+1
You get the right people to do there job ,and it makes your job so much easier.Got just one pinball coming in from USA at the moment and the broker/shipper have been fanatic.Done nothing and so far and all looking good,should arrive in about two weeks.Cost very good.