Look at the O-X at the Sydney consulate if you do not want to put your money in Thailand. You are stamped in for 5 years. You can also show your super money as proof of funds.
Jennifer Reid And make sure you have a Bangkok Bank account and select from Transfer Wise the Long Term Stay in Thailand reason every month or it will all be for nothing. The foreign transfer must show as an International transfer.
As you can't border bounce to get your second year of the O-A, you'll just need to keep your money in the bank to get a one year extension at immigration.
Tod, I discussed with you on PM previously. It's 5 years from date of visa issue as I understand. Apparently just show current year policy and still get 5 year stamp. It's not my stamp.