The idea of moving from a bustling city to some of the most **remote areas** in Australia is not for everyone. However, with a **rising cost-of-living**, more people are opting for a **tree change** in search of a **country lifestyle** and **cheaper housing**.

### Living a 'farm-life' dream
![Deb and Ian Green](https://live-production.wcms.abc-cdn.net.au/50f6e6ec5625fd92a30638236198ee63?impolicy=wcms_crop_resize&cropH=2688&cropW=4032&xPos=0&yPos=334&width=862&height=575)
Deb and Ian Green, who recently moved to Silverton, fell in love with the **red-dirt** country township during a caravan trip. They had long yearned for a **farm-like lifestyle** and found their dream home after spotting a **For Sale** sign.

### A unique solution to the housing crisis
Their move has also benefitted their adult daughter, who is navigating the **housing crisis**. By keeping their previous home, they provided her a safe place to live amidst rising costs.

### The new trends in regional migration
Research from the **Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute (AHURI)** shows that **housing affordability** is increasingly a key reason for regional migration. Many are seeking a **better work-life balance**, **adventure**, and a **sense of community**.

### It's all about community
Conrad Brown and Shona Collins, who moved from the Gold Coast to **Wilcannia**, have embraced their new life by owning a local cafe and contributing to the community. They aim to change the stigma surrounding their town by connecting with locals and providing employment opportunities.

![Shona and Conrad](https://live-production.wcms.abc-cdn.net.au/cf661d5d1ba04678e726a5484c4c994b?impolicy=wcms_crop_resize&cropH=2688&cropW=4032&xPos=0&yPos=0&width=862&height=575)
Their experiences reflect a growing trend of Australians seeking more fulfilling lives in **regional areas**, prioritizing community and affordability over the hustle of city life.

In a rising cost-of-living crisis, housing affordability and lifestyle factors are increasingly popular reasons why some people move beyond Australia's big cities.

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