If you've spent any time in Australian hunting circles—whether over a campfire or in a Facebook group—you've heard the same frustrated refrain: "Where can I actually go?"

For decades, the Australian hunter has been at the mercy of others. We knock on farmhouse doors hoping for a "yes," we wait years for public land ballots, or we pay thousands for a one-off guided trip. We are constantly asking for permission to enjoy the great outdoors.

At the Camping, Outdoors and Accommodation Cooperative Ltd trading as Community Owned Assets (COA), we think it's time to stop asking and start owning.

The Problem: The "Gatekeeper" Cycle

The traditional model of hunting access is broken. Private landholders are increasingly wary of liability, public land is under constant political pressure, and the best spots are often locked behind exclusive, expensive leases.

When you "beg" for access, you have no security. A change in property ownership or a single misunderstanding can end a decade of hunting history in an instant. You're a guest, not a stakeholder.

The Solution: The Power of the Cooperative

What if, instead of one person trying to find $2 million to buy a Western Division station, 100 hunters pooled their resources to buy it together?

This is the core mission of the COA Property Division. By using a cooperative legal framework, we allow everyday hunters to:

• Pool Buying Power: Turn small individual investments into massive collective "might."
• Secure Exclusive Rights: When the cooperative owns the land, the members are the landholders. The property is managed specifically for hunting and conservation.
• Build a Legacy: You aren't just paying for a weekend; you are owning a share of an Australian asset that can be passed down to the next generation.

Hunting Only: A New Standard for Management

One of the biggest hurdles for hunters is "conflicting interests" with other land users. Through COA, we identify and secure properties specifically designated for Hunting and Managed Access.

These aren't just empty blocks of scrub. They are managed ecosystems where we:

1. Monitor Game Populations: Ensuring sustainable, high-quality hunting for years to come.
2. Improve Infrastructure: Installing campfire pits, basic accommodation, and clear trail markers.
3. Ensure Safety: Using a "Sanctioned Access" system so you know exactly who is on the property and when.

From "Asking" to "Investing"

The shift from a "consumer" to an "owner" is powerful. When you own a share in a COA hunting property, you aren't just a visitor—you're a steward of the land. You're investing in the future of the sport, ensuring that your children won't have to spend their lives begging for a gate to be opened.

Australia is a big country. There is no reason we shouldn't own a piece of it.

Join the Movement

We are currently identifying prime properties across Australia for our next collective acquisition. If you are tired of the search and ready to secure your own "Piece of Australia," we want to hear from you.

Want to secure the future of hunting in Australia? Contact us or visit https://coa.au/ to see how we can buy back our bush together.