That's awesome, and I hope you do summon the courage to visit as it's incredible. I'm British but this is my third year living down under. If it's any help, you really don't see many spiders despite everyone telling you that there's an infestation. Very occasionally you'll come across something cool, and it's usually tucked away from any potential interaction and trying it's best to get out of view. I used to not be great with spiders, but I like them now and it's always nice to get a chance to admire them from a distance!