Hi Anchor,
Cold showers here in Brazil are the norm. Actually cold water is the norm. I was suprised when I first came here that people wash dishes with cold water!
I also raised my eyebrows to think that an Aussie needs to take a hot shower. I would have thought (excuse my ignorance) that with the Australian climate there wouldn't be a need as you would all take a cold shower more to cool off in than anything.
Over here the Brazilians can have up to five showers a day! I, of course try to keep up with the British tradition.
Best regards,
Steve