Welcome from downunder. Dont be afraid to wear your kilt out in public. For the first time you maybe a little apprehensive,but walk tall and be proud of your kilt. You will find that people are a lot more accepting if you show confidence. As to any strange comments,just smile and keep walking [thats what i do ]Wearing the kilt in your own neighbourhood, do it. People will get used to seeing you kilted and wont think twice. To quote Pour1Malt "dinnae be afeart-and wear yur kilt proud!"