The various government departments in Australia (State and Federal) seem to all have made it their sole purpose in life to discourage the importation (permanent or otherwise) of foreign registered vehicles.
Carnet importation isn't too bad, but you are limited to how long you are allowed to do that for. Not sure of the precise period, but it's way less than the four years you mention.
Personal importation as a migrant (or temporary employment visa holder? Not sure) is a viable option, and is the best option to import a modified bike without getting it past a compliance inspection. If the bike is heavily modded, you will need to get engineering sign-off on it too if you go this way.
If the vehicle is pre-1989, importation is a load easier, but that is probably no help to you.
Other people may know better, but you're far better off buying in-country in my opinion.
Good luck.
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