A lot of things in those countries are imported from Europe (vehicles, etc), Asia (vehicles, all sorts of mf'd items), Aust./NZ (food) and USA (food).
People do have to make ends meet, no matter where they live, and compared to many of them you are well-off.
As far as border crossing expenses - well, I anticipate spending at least $2000, or more, on entry "formalities" into Australia (a totally non-corrupt country, as far as border officials) this September, for my camper.
Charlie
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