I must admit I prefer Aussie S&T over the Original S&T. I know I maybe in the minority but I found the Original S&T a pompus and dry read, the Aussie version is streets ahead, more laid back and informal
I also really enjoy Sky and Space and it has improved over the last few years and is now a first class read
Also regarding tall poppy syndrome, it's as Aussie as a barbie and can of green death, We Aussies are humble people and dont like people blowing their own trumpets.