Yeah just have a look at a few photography forums or whatever locally, I'm sure they will pop up. I know of one in Perth on the WRX forum going for $750 I think (thats a 350D, not 30D).
LOL, congrats TT - I think you and I are very similar - once we get something in our head we want to buy its almost impossible to stop yourself.
Now whats this important photoshoot....any hints?