so what is this rainbow region?

Basically is a region of the north east region of NSW in Aussie land.  Prior to 1973 is was failing, drought ridden and had a dwindling population.  Thanks to an initiative by NUAUS (National Union of Australian University Students),  a small town of Nimbin was chosen to be the focus of an Aussie Woodstock, but with a difference.  The Aquarius Festival would last 10 days, and then would be the beginning of a back to nature ecology driven commune. An estimated 15000 people poured  into this small town of 150 inhabitants, and the rest is history.  We became hippies with a vengeance.  This video from You Tube gives a flavour of what life there is like today. Take the time to enjoy this long video of our unique Rainbow Region. (approx 58mins).

enjoy.