So how about growing some vanilla orchids

[TZ-Someplace]

If I have pictures they are packed away, sorry.
It looked like an extension cord or skinny garden hose looped over something.

[RxF]

Hello Rogue, don't know if you are still on the forum. I have only just joined and saw your post albeit from 1 and 1/2 years ago or so.
I have sourced V. planifolia plants (rooted cuttings) from daleys fruit trees ( Fruit Trees, Plants Australia - Daleys Fruit Tree Nursery ). Fair price. Arrived in good condition. Currently growing in my dining room in Western Victoria. Moving them to a grow tent in the next few weeks. Will start propagating by cuttings in about 4-5 months.
Established plants from cuttings is the way to get started.

[RxF]

Hi Rogue - As you are in Australia I suggest that you checkout Fruit Trees, Plants Australia - Daleys Fruit Tree Nursery
That is where I purchased my initial stock - fast delivery, good prices, vanilla arrived in great condition.
Apologies for the double up - the board did not show my original reply until after I posted this one and it is proving difficult to remove.