US site had a banner up the top that says:
Only $0.99/mo for the first 3 months + $20 Audible credit
Update: Don't click on the link provided, just go to audible.ca instead. (I can't change the link without contacting an OzBargain moderator)
Commenter on this post mentioned Canada as an option. I was able to create a new Canadian Amazon account via Audible, using a VPN and it did not ask for any SMS verification (unlike US site) - It just asked for payment details, and I put in all my Australian authentic credit card details including country "Australia" and it worked.
The only downside is the $20 credit is Canadian dollars and not US dollars. But if you stay a member, I guess the monthly plan is more affordable too.
For a limited-time, join Audible for over 90% off and get a bonus $20 credit for Audible.com.
Auto-renews at $14.95/mo after 3 months. Cancel anytime.
Offer ends December 2, 2024
Only $0.99/mo for the first 3 months + $20 Audible credit
Thanks OP, used a VPN to sign up to the deal