Being in Florida, I don't have a traditional 'coop'. I basically have a covered wire run, that is open on all sides with a sand floor. For the nesting box, I use hay. I'm not familiar with cane mulch. I would expect it to be O.K. as long as it is well dried?? You need something absorbent and...
If you go thru this thread, you may find a breeder that is close by, or someone that knows of a breeder near you.
https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/316084/australorps-breed-thread/680
Hupp would be a good one to check with. He has a thread on the last page. .........stan
My first choice was Aussies too, and I am not sorry yet. They are great layers, good tempered birds and are quiet, I also think they are terrific looking out in the sunshine with that green sheen. . I also have Delawares, barred rocks, Marans and Ameracuanas, I prefer the Aussies, and I have...