Share 'Help wanted in Australia please'

Having recently settled in Queensland, Australia, I am having a few problems and would love to know if there is anyone else in the Hab who lives in Australia and may be able to help me with some information, i.e. why can't I skin almonds after soaking them for 8 hours, this was something that I did on a very regular basis in the UK but even after 12 hours here they just won't skin and I hate thos…