We unpack how Asian startups use Australia as a Western test bed, the cultural signals that make or break sales, and a repeatable path to validate markets fast. We also explore investor perspectives, AI reality versus hype, and why commitment on the ground beats fly-in fly-out. • why Australia appeals for first Western expansion • how to read Australian sales language and build trust • reverse‑engineering competitor playbooks for fast intel • when Australia’s TAM is too small and what to do ...