Category: Off Grid & Alternative Living, Yurt & Dome Know How, Yurts
Heating a Yurt: How to Stay Warm in an Aussie Winter It is the middle of June here in Denmark, Western Australia, the rain is coming in sideways off the Southern Ocean, and I’ve had the same question a few times this week. Heating a yurt through an Australian or New Zealand winter sounds like […]
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Category: Glamping Business Tips, Off Grid & Alternative Living, Yurt & Dome Know How
Yurt Platform Guide: How to Build a Solid Base (2026) If you’ve already settled on a yurt, the next thing that keeps people up at night usually isn’t the cover colour or the dome diameter. It’s what goes underneath. Getting your yurt platform right is the most important call you’ll make in the whole build, […]
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Category: Geo Domes, Glamping, Glamping Business Tips, Off Grid & Alternative Living, Yurts
Council Approval for Yurts in Australia & NZ: What You Actually Need to Know (2026) If you’ve been Googling “do yurts need council approval in Australia,” you’ve probably read a dozen articles that either tell you absolutely nothing useful, or confidently state rules that turn out to be completely wrong for your specific situation. Here’s […]
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Category: Off Grid & Alternative Living, Glamping Business Tips
Glamping Permits in Australia & NZ: What You Actually Need to Know (2026) So, you’ve got a piece of land, a vision for an off-grid retreat, and you’re ready to start a profitable accommodation business. You’ve probably already looked at our 4 Steps to Launch Your Dream Glamping Business. But then reality hits: Do […]
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Category: Yurt & Dome Know How, Geo Domes, Off Grid & Alternative Living, Uncategorized, Yurts
Are Yurts Hot in Summer or Cold in Winter? Yurt & Dome Insulation in Australia: Are They Hot in Summer or Freezing in Winter? If you’re anything like most people who call or email us, your first question isn’t: “What diameter is best for my deck?” It’s usually: “Am I going to cook in this […]
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Category: Off Grid & Alternative Living, Yurt & Dome Know How
Off Grid Solar Systems Australia: Yurt & Dome Guide 2026 Off Grid Solar Systems Australia: Yurt & Dome Guide 2026 Thinking about living in a yurt or dome, or setting one up as a retreat or studio? At some point you’ll hit the big question: “How do we actually power this thing?” For most people […]
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Category: Off Grid & Alternative Living, Geo Domes, Glamping, Uncategorized, Yurts
Can You Live in a Yurt in Australia in 2026? (What Councils Really Allow) Can You Live in a Yurt in Australia in 2026? (What Councils Really Allow) The short answer: sometimes yes, sometimes absolutely not — and sometimes “it depends who’s asking.” In 2026 across Australia, yurts and domes sit in a strange space […]
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Category: Off Grid & Alternative Living, Yurt & Dome Know How
With housing costs continuing to rise across Australia, more people are exploring alternative housing options that offer affordability, sustainability, and lifestyle freedom. Two options that frequently come up in these conversations are yurts and tiny homes – but which one actually makes sense for your situation? This comprehensive comparison examines the real costs, practical considerations, […]
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Category: Client Build Stories, Glamping, Off Grid & Alternative Living, Yurt & Dome Know How
Dave’s 8m Yurt Build Vision Dave reached out to us with a clear vision for his 8m yurt build. He wanted to create a versatile space that could serve as off-grid accommodation on his rural property without the hassle and cost of a traditional building. We worked together to figure out the perfect size and […]
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Category: Yurts, Glamping Business Tips, Off Grid & Alternative Living
Explore the affordability and quality of Yurt In The Dirt’s modern yurts. Designed to withstand Australia’s challenging climates, our yurts blend durability with style, providing comfort and value that lasts.
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