I think my 'friend at honda' is the same as TYPEONE's and I have been sworn that we will get 4 civic's in 2006:

1.8L SOHC Sedan (Vi/Luxury spec)
1.8L SOHC Sedan (GLi/Entry Spec)
1.3L HYBRID Sedan
2.0L DOHC Coupe.

I was also told "Australia will definately be getting a type R"..

Personally from my own research and experience, I would say we'll get the 1.8L coupe in 2007 when initial sales wane.. I'd still be surprised if we get a 2L in either the sedan or a coupe.. but once again it'd be to boost sales after the initial release.

as for a type R - well I'd say IF we ever get one it wont be till the facelift model or even the model year after the facelift.

AS for the hatch ? well after the not-so-hot sales for the out-going Vi 5-doors I doubt Honda Australia is in a hurry to re-introduce another 5-door.. just cause it's got shaved rear door handles, it's still a 5-door minivan guys !!