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Welcome Anthony!
That scope is a pretty good one to start out with...depending on what you want to do and see there are others that will work well too.
I would encourage to get a veiwing night or two before you spend any money...try some other folks gear and see if you like it or not before spending any money.
Where on the North Shore are you?
I live in Roseville...I got a similar scope to the one you identified from Bintel (that is where I bought mine) as well as a bigger reflector and a smaller refractor...
Although I am getting ready to go overseas for business, move house and then go back overseas for holiday (won't be around much until mid January)...I'd be happy to show you my stuff after I get back.
I know the NSAS (Northern Sydney Astronomical Society) do pretty regular viewing nights at the Turramurra Golf course so check their website for contact details if you want to see some things in the meanwhile...
Good Luck!
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