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In the UK, the Wild Minds movement has captivated those seeking a deeper connection between mental well being and the natural world. It's a philosophy that recognizes we don't just live on the land—we thrive with it. Today, the Camping, Outdoors and Accommodation Cooperative (COA) is taking that inspiration and grounding it in the Australian landsc...

The Australian Tiny House Industry is at a Crossroads. We all feel it. The dream of affordable, sustainable living is being squeezed by rising material costs, complex regulations, and now, the critical 20% construction cost spike driven by the looming fuel supply crisis. The traditional model of individual builders tackling these challenges alone i...

The evolution of the Australian commune has reached a critical tipping point. What began as the "Flower Power" idealism of the 1970s—informal, radical escapes into the bush—has matured into a sophisticated, high-tech model for modern survival. As highlighted in the COA blog, we have moved from the loose structures of the past into the era of Intent...

Ever wondered what happened to the dreamers of the 70s? ☮️ In the 1960s and 70s, Australia saw a surge of "hippy communes"—radical, informal havens where people sought an escape from the rat race. From the hills of Northern NSW to the forests of Margaret River WA, these pioneers were chasing a lifestyle built on shared land and alternative values. ...