A History of Australian Co-operatives 1827–2023 1st Edition

A History of Australian Co-operatives 1827–2023 (1st Edition) by Greg Patmore, Nikola Balnave and Olivera Marjanovic offers a sweeping, authoritative portrait of the Australian co‑operative movement from its earliest roots to the present day. Richly researched and clearly written, this book traces how farmers, workers, consumers and communities across Australia — from rural New South Wales and Victoria to metropolitan Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth — have used co‑operative models to build resilience, share resources and shape local economies.

Readers will discover compelling case studies, policy milestones and the social forces that drove co‑operative innovation through the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries. The authors combine archival depth with contemporary analysis to explain how agricultural co‑ops, credit unions, housing co‑operatives and retail co‑ops adapted to industrialisation, war, deregulation and digital transformation up to 2023.

This edition is essential for students, historians, policy makers, co‑op members and anyone interested in community‑centred economics. It translates academic rigour into practical insight: learn what worked, why some ventures flourished while others faltered, and how co‑operative principles continue to influence Australian public life and regional development.

If you care about sustainable business models, community empowerment and the future of shared ownership in Australia, this volume is a definitive reference and an engaging read. Add A History of Australian Co-operatives 1827–2023 to your collection today to deepen your understanding of one of Australia’s most enduring and dynamic social movements.

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