If you think prices are high here in Oz check out Hong Kong, Singapore etc http://www.squarefoot.com.hk/ and you will soon realize that spending a couple of Million on a Sydney house is pocket change to them.
And if you think cars are expensive here try buying one in singapore - Toyota Camry brand new 157,888.00 SGD = 135,088.68 AUD source https://www.borneomotors.com.sg/asp/ToyotaPriceListPassenger.aspx
