They say necessity is the mother of invention... I think Aussies and Americans have it in common that we had a bit of a kick start with that, pioneering our own new settlements in a foreign country as we did (Apologies to the natives- what the settlers did STILL sucks!) and I think that helps with our desire to find a way... or a better way... or an easier way!
Here's to the team-work of finding a way and sharing our wisdom along the road!