Welcome to IIS Kayne.
Personally, I'd advise buying a Dobsonian mounted telescope. They are relatively cheap, simple to use and give fantastic views of the night sky.
An 8" or 10" Dob is light enough to handle and will fit across the back seat of most sedans, with the base going into the boot.
Did you know that one of the best star parties on the globe is held this month, at Camp Duckadang, near Linville? You might consider at least getting a day pass so you can see all the different types of scopes and have a chat to their owners.
http://www.qldastrofest.org.au/