Vastandist

Vastandist is a term that refers to a person who is a native or long-term resident of the vast majority of the land area of a country, typically excluding the coastal regions. The term is often used in the context of Australia, where vastandists are contrasted with coastal dwellers, known as coasties. The distinction is often based on cultural, economic, and social differences between these two groups.

Vastandists typically reside in the inland and rural areas of Australia, such as the outback, the Northern Territory, and the interior of the mainland states. They often have a strong connection to the land and its resources, and their livelihoods are often tied to agriculture, mining, and other rural industries. Vastandists may also have a different cultural identity, with a greater emphasis on traditional Australian values such as mateship, hard work, and resilience.

The term vastandist is not without controversy. Some people argue that it is a derogatory term that perpetuates stereotypes about rural Australians. Others see it as a valid way to describe a distinct group of people who share common experiences and identities. Regardless of its validity, the term vastandist has become a part of the Australian cultural lexicon and is used to describe a specific segment of the Australian population.