COA Australia

  Tired of the "one-size-fits-all" approach to campground bookings? It's time for a system built by locals, for locals. The  Camping, Outdoors and Accommodation Cooperative Ltd , trading as  Campgrounds Of Australia (COA) , is officially launching its own dedicated booking system! We're providing a powerful alternative to Hipcamp, designed specifically to meet the unique needs of Australian landowners. Why choose COA? It's all about the COVER. We know that Aussie properties aren't just patches of grass. They are adventure hubs. While other platforms might leave you exposed, COA's $20M insurance—backed by  APRA-regulated providers —is tailored for the Australian landscape. COA can also help you get coverage for your building and contents, farm operation and more through our programs. What sets us apart? One Flat Yearly Fee:  We don't charge a commission for every booking or every additional item you supply to campers! We work on a flat fee based on the ...

In the world of outdoor hospitality—whether you're running a boutique caravan park, a glamping retreat, or a traditional campground—the "to-do" list never ends. But if there is one thing that keeps property owners up at night more than a leaky tap or a storm warning, it's  insurance . The insurance market for accommodation providers can be a minefield: high premiums, "cookie-cutter" policies that don't fit the unique needs of the outdoors, and the constant worry that you aren't actually covered when it matters most. That's where the power of the  COA Cooperative  comes in. The Might of the Cooperative The "C" in COA stands for Cooperation, and we take that seriously. In the insurance world, an individual business is often at the mercy of whatever rates a broker can find. But when you stand with COA, you aren't just one business—you are part of a massive collective of camping, outdoor, and accommodation professionals. By leveraging t...

  Are you a passionate 4WDer, a weekend camper, or a property owner looking to share your slice of paradise with like-minded adventurers? You've come to the right place. In our video,  The Fractional Strategy - What it means to be a COA Member and Shareholder , we invite you to discover the  Camping, Outdoors and Accommodation Cooperative (COA) —Australia's most progressive, member-owned, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to enhancing the outdoor experience for everyone. Who is COA?  At its heart, COA is a community-owned cooperative. We aren't just a club; we are a collective of campers, caravanners, and outdoor enthusiasts who have come together to solve the biggest challenges facing our community today: land access, affordability, and safety. What You'll Learn in This Video: The Power of the Cooperative:  Discover how COA members pool their resources to acquire land specifically for 4WDing, camping, and outdoor recreation. Imagine being a part-o...

  Have you thought about hosting campers on your land but worry about the legal "what-ifs"? Or maybe you're currently using overseas platforms, which claim to include cover but you wonder if your personal assets are truly protected? Campground Operators Association (COA) Camping a trading Division of the Camping, Outdoors and Accommodation Cooperative Ltd, an "All Australian" not for profit community organisation, is here to provide the protection that landowners should have! We take the stress out of permitting people to camp, drive and participate in related activities on your property by providing the gold standard in protection and support for Aussie landowners. 🛡️ Why Host with COA? (The "Sleep Soundly" Fac tor) Unlike other platforms, we don't just "list" your site—we sanction it. When you become a COA Camp Host: ✅ $20M Public Liability Insurance: Comprehensive cover for camping, registered 4WD, car, RV, SSV, truck and related acti...

 A Trip Leader organises small group activities—usually 3 to 10 vehicles—the Trip Leader holds the ultimate responsibility for the safety of the participants and the protection of the environment. A COA Trip Leader can organise small group activities for users of on-road and off-road Recreational Vehicle (RV), ie. caravan and motorhome, camper trailer and fifth wheel, etc. as well as , 4WD and SXS (SSV, UTV, ROV), classic and historic, hot rod and custom, kit car, marque specific, mixed and enthusiast, muscle and performance, modern and special interest, etc. Trip Leaders can organise social opportunities like cruises, meet ups, show and shine, etc. A Trip Leader sanction means the Leader has official permission or approval by COA to receive or entertain members in motor vehicle, recreational vehicle and related activities. The fee for Trip Leaders to sanction with COA only requires Shareholder Membership to COA. All persons participating in COA small group activities that are org...

 A key group of professionals within the camping, outdoors and accommodation industry got together to work out how to acquire land and establish off grid campgrounds, off road vehicle recreation areas and tiny house parks in suitable localities across Australia. It was decided that the co-operative model was the most appropriate legal model for this enterprise because it was capable of bringing in investment from people and corporations and engaging the same community in its activities through active membership.  The Camping, Outdoors and Accommodation Co-operative Ltd is the result and operates through its trading name of Community Owned Assets (COA) . The cooperative is a distributing cooperative domiciled in Australia and registered with the NSW Government Office of Fair Trading. COA can issue shares in order to finance the acquisition of land and associated infrastructure for camping and outdoor recreation, residential estates and parks, money making businesses and m...

Recreational automobile clubs in Australia are diverse and include on-road and off-road, 4WD and SSV, classic and historic, hot rod and custom, kit car, marque specific, mixed and enthusiast, muscle and performance, modern and special interest, etc. These clubs provide social opportunities like cruises, meets, show and shine, etc. An Auto Club sanction means the club is permitted to nominate an activity Organiser and has has official permission or approval by COA to receive or entertain members, and or is a venue providing facilities for COA automobile and related activities. The fee for clubs to sanction with COA is conditional upon the number of members in the club. All club members receive free temporary membership to COA to participate in the sanctioned activities. Organisers are insured directly with COA's own insurances, which includes $20M Public Liability and provides protection for Organisers in the event a person brings a claim against an Organiser due to them being injur...