Here is the original Australian tartan Todd is referring to:
http://www.district-tartans.com/australian.jpg

I like this one better, honestly. It could be because it was modelled after the MacQuarrie tartan (many historic ties between the MacQuarrie clan and Australia), and both because of the very unusual and beautiful colors.

I can understand why some might want a more brightly colored tartan to wear, but I really like the sandy tones of the original Australia tartan.