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Host rating
100 %
Last replied
10 Apr 2024
Reply rate
100.0 %
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Feedback
40
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Description
A ‘real true blue' Aussie Outback Experience awaits on our busy, large outback family farm growing sheep, cotton and grains.
Enthusiastic , capable, clean single or couple with good English will feel 100% secure in a lovely little private cottage set within our stunning outback homestead garden oasis.
Help us around homestead and garden and also see what happens on our busy farm.
Food supplied and share some meals with Bruce and Julie.
We have welcomed over 120 volunteers and Nomads since 2010 and consequently have family over the world.
We are only 45 minutes from our nearest large town, Griffith, NSW. Best if you have your own vehicle if you need to get around but not a problem if you don't as we drive to town every week.
Pool, tennis court, pushbikes, beautiful gardens, friendly animals.
Our station is an easily accessible outback experience and you can take public transport by train or plane to Griffith, NSW and we can collect you.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Bruce and Julie
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Experience Aussie farm life with your friendly hosts on our large Aussie farm growing cotton, grains and merino sheep with award winning small farmstay.
Pool, tennis court, friendly fur babies and interesting people visiting.
Help
Enthusiastic , capable, clean single or couple with good English who would like to experience an exchange helping us a few hours a day cleaning, gardening, R&M, art projects etc.
Languages spoken
English: Intermediate
Accommodation
Private, immaculately clean, secure cottage with new kitchen and bathroom, air-conditioning, five star linen, situated in homestead garden oasis.
What else ...
If you have a car you can get around our region. If not we drive to our local city, Griffith, for the day once a week. At other times you can explore the farm. If we go somewhere for the day we usually try to take our volunteers with us.
Pool, tennis court, pushbikes all for your use.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Approx 20 hours per week
Host ref number: 12945567574b
Feedback (20)
2 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Mel)
We loved welcoming Mel into our outback family and busy working farm with five star guest rated farmstay. Mel was with us for one month and was incredibly helpful, enthusiastic, friendly, fun and a great cook as well! We were so sad to have to say goodbye.
Mel's attention to detail with the farmstay was much appreciated as was her delicious… read more
Mel's attention to detail with the farmstay was much appreciated as was her delicious… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Claire & Marissa)
Marissa and Clare were with us around two years ago for three months and have been regular visitors back to us since on our large farm in outback Australia.
They are incredible, competent, wonderful people with a real 'can do' attitude and happy to turn their hand to any challenge with intelligence, pride and good humour. We connected so well… read more
They are incredible, competent, wonderful people with a real 'can do' attitude and happy to turn their hand to any challenge with intelligence, pride and good humour. We connected so well… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Claire & Marissa) for host
We stayed with Bruce and Julie (about two years ago now) but had an amazing time. Such a lovely family and so welcoming. We loved being out on the farm or out in the garden. The sunsets are not to be missed but the lovely connection with the hosts was priceless. I'm so great full they are now my Aussie family!
19 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Amalie & Mie) for host
This place is like paradise on earth. With the incredible garden, loving pets, different jobs that fit everybody, and eventhough it may seem far away from everything there is never a bleak moment. My two months here were absolutely incredible! I learned and experienced a lot more than I could have ever asked for or imagined. Julie and Bruce made… read more
3 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Amalie & Mie)
Mie was with us for two wonderful months.
What a fabulous young woman - intelligent, friendly, always happy, mature, enthusiastic, capable, thoughtful, kind, organised......I hope you get the picture!
Mie was such a wonderful addition to our family and a most wonderful help in our busy farmstay, homestead and garden. Always happy to have a go… read more
What a fabulous young woman - intelligent, friendly, always happy, mature, enthusiastic, capable, thoughtful, kind, organised......I hope you get the picture!
Mie was such a wonderful addition to our family and a most wonderful help in our busy farmstay, homestead and garden. Always happy to have a go… read more
(Excellent
)
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2 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Mel)
We loved welcoming Mel into our outback family and busy working farm with five star guest rated farmstay. Mel was with us for one month and was incredibly helpful, enthusiastic, friendly, fun and a great cook as well! We were so sad to have to say goodbye.
Mel's attention to detail with the farmstay was much appreciated as was her delicious… read more
Mel's attention to detail with the farmstay was much appreciated as was her delicious… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Claire & Marissa)
Marissa and Clare were with us around two years ago for three months and have been regular visitors back to us since on our large farm in outback Australia.
They are incredible, competent, wonderful people with a real 'can do' attitude and happy to turn their hand to any challenge with intelligence, pride and good humour. We connected so well… read more
They are incredible, competent, wonderful people with a real 'can do' attitude and happy to turn their hand to any challenge with intelligence, pride and good humour. We connected so well… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Claire & Marissa) for host
We stayed with Bruce and Julie (about two years ago now) but had an amazing time. Such a lovely family and so welcoming. We loved being out on the farm or out in the garden. The sunsets are not to be missed but the lovely connection with the hosts was priceless. I'm so great full they are now my Aussie family!
19 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Amalie & Mie) for host
This place is like paradise on earth. With the incredible garden, loving pets, different jobs that fit everybody, and eventhough it may seem far away from everything there is never a bleak moment. My two months here were absolutely incredible! I learned and experienced a lot more than I could have ever asked for or imagined. Julie and Bruce made… read more
3 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Amalie & Mie)
Mie was with us for two wonderful months.
What a fabulous young woman - intelligent, friendly, always happy, mature, enthusiastic, capable, thoughtful, kind, organised......I hope you get the picture!
Mie was such a wonderful addition to our family and a most wonderful help in our busy farmstay, homestead and garden. Always happy to have a go… read more
What a fabulous young woman - intelligent, friendly, always happy, mature, enthusiastic, capable, thoughtful, kind, organised......I hope you get the picture!
Mie was such a wonderful addition to our family and a most wonderful help in our busy farmstay, homestead and garden. Always happy to have a go… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Jodi) for host
What an amazing experience! I feel so fortunate to not only have volunteered with Julie and Bruce, but also to have been treated as part of their wonderful family. Julie is an amazing artist and gardener, and Bruce is a wealth of knowledge about his sheep and crops. Since I love animals, I tried to spend as much time with Bruce and the sheep… read more
9 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Jodi)
Jodi was with us on our busy working station (large farm) in the Australian Outback for nearly four months and we cannot recommend Jodi too highly or thank her enough for all she did to help us. Not only was Jodi a wonderfully intelligent and committed person but she has a happy and positive disposition. After such a long time as part of our… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Charlotte)
We are so lucky to have had Charlotte choose to volunteer with us for the past two months.
We very much enjoyed having her as part of our busy family - she was an absolute delight and very capable and we are very keen to recommend her to other lucky hosts.
Charlotte was such a wonderful help and would turn her hand to anything that was asked… read more
We very much enjoyed having her as part of our busy family - she was an absolute delight and very capable and we are very keen to recommend her to other lucky hosts.
Charlotte was such a wonderful help and would turn her hand to anything that was asked… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Charlotte) for host
I stayed with Bruce and Julie for just over two months and whilst there I learnt and experienced so much that I wouldn't have got the chance to otherwise. They were so welcoming as hosts and made me feel right at home straight away! They were fountains of knowledge and were only too happy to answer any questions I had. The accommodation was… read more
1 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (Scarlett & Ashley) for host
Our initial 2 month stay starting 20th of August quickly turned into 3 months and we finally left on the 20th of November. We cannot begin to thank to the family enough, their caring thoughtful and accommodating nature meant that our time here became truly unforgettable.
We learnt so much about Outback life as each day was filled with new and… read more
We learnt so much about Outback life as each day was filled with new and… read more
20 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Scarlett & Ashley)
I have tears in my eyes as I write this feed back for Ash and Scarlett who are the most amazing young couple.
They have been living and working with us on our outback Aussie station (large farm) for the past three months. They have participated in every way possible on our busy farm with great enthusiasm, humour and intelligence. They are both so… read more
They have been living and working with us on our outback Aussie station (large farm) for the past three months. They have participated in every way possible on our busy farm with great enthusiasm, humour and intelligence. They are both so… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Maren & Sam)
Maren and Sam volunteered with us for two months and were instantly a part of our family. They were always so happy to energetically and intelligently participate in everything that was going on on our very busy working station. Always keen to do anything that needed doing on the farm, in the farmstay, garden and homestead as well as looking… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Maren & Sam) for host
Amazing time in the real Australian Outback.
We've stayed with Julie and Bruce for more than two months and had a wonderful time. From the first moment we've met we were treated as family members and welcomed with so much love. They are the kindest people spoiling you with great hospitality and delicious food.
Our days were filled with diverse… read more
We've stayed with Julie and Bruce for more than two months and had a wonderful time. From the first moment we've met we were treated as family members and welcomed with so much love. They are the kindest people spoiling you with great hospitality and delicious food.
Our days were filled with diverse… read more
17 Jan 2015
Left by Workawayer (Elise) for host
I stayed here with the marvellous Armstrong family for 8 weeks and it was one of the best times of my life! I am so happy that Julie decided to take me on - their first Aussie helper. Right from the beginning I felt welcomed, at home and a part of the family.
I helped mostly with the farm stay, preparing rooms for arriving guests and cleaning up… read more
I helped mostly with the farm stay, preparing rooms for arriving guests and cleaning up… read more
1 Apr 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Fabio & Juliane)
Thank you Jule and Fabio for such kind and appreciated feedback!
Jule and Fabio were keen to help us in every way they could in our very busy farm, farmstay and household. They were always willing and did everything that was asked of them to a high standard and in a timely and intelligent fashion.
Jule was especially kind in taking extra special… read more
Jule and Fabio were keen to help us in every way they could in our very busy farm, farmstay and household. They were always willing and did everything that was asked of them to a high standard and in a timely and intelligent fashion.
Jule was especially kind in taking extra special… read more
(Excellent
)
31 Mar 2014
Left by Workawayer (Fabio & Juliane) for host
We spent three weeks with Julie & Bruce. We had nothing less than an awesome time there which is not a wonder with such nice people in a such nice place with so many lovely animals.
The work was very multifarious and everyday was a new day. They always gave us different kind of tasks and many opportunities to explore their great farm. Bruce was… read more
The work was very multifarious and everyday was a new day. They always gave us different kind of tasks and many opportunities to explore their great farm. Bruce was… read more
15 Mar 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (OSCAR )
Oscar and Christina were a joy to have with us on our station and in our home for 10 days and fitted in with our busy lives so easily.
They were just so delightful, helpful, enthusiastic and willing to tackle every job with enthusiasm and intelligence - watering a huge plantation of native trees with the fire truck, helping renovate a cottage,… read more
They were just so delightful, helpful, enthusiastic and willing to tackle every job with enthusiasm and intelligence - watering a huge plantation of native trees with the fire truck, helping renovate a cottage,… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Feb 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (CRISTINA)
Oscar and Christina were a joy to have with us on our station and in our home for 10 days and fitted in with our busy lives so easily.
They were just so delightful, helpful, enthusiastic and willing to tackle every job with enthusiasm and intelligence - watering a huge plantation of native trees with the fire truck, helping renovate a cottage,… read more
They were just so delightful, helpful, enthusiastic and willing to tackle every job with enthusiasm and intelligence - watering a huge plantation of native trees with the fire truck, helping renovate a cottage,… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Feb 2014
Left by Workawayer (CRISTINA) for host
We were in this paradise for 10 days and we just wish we could stay longer. It was out best experience in Australia and it was a great pleasure to help this family in anything they asked for. Thanks for being so nice people. For travelers who are looking for a place to work I can not recommend a better place to stay. You will learn a lot and meet… read more
12 Jan 2014
Left by Workawayer (Emilie & Bjarke ) for host
A while back we decided to take a year out of our young lives and venture out on a trip Down Under. We wanted to combine work on a farm with travels and found Bruce and Julie on Workaway. Little did we know that this would change our lives for ever.
Working here is magic! The days with Bruce around the farm - working with sheep, crops,… read more
Working here is magic! The days with Bruce around the farm - working with sheep, crops,… read more
9 Jan 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Emilie & Bjarke )
Without a doubt, Emilie and Bjarke (Em and B to us) are hard working, reliable, loyal and committed as well as being the most endearing young people.
Em and B were with us for two months then returned for a further two weeks before they departed Australia. Their level of commitment to our family and the work they undertook here on our outback… read more
Em and B were with us for two months then returned for a further two weeks before they departed Australia. Their level of commitment to our family and the work they undertook here on our outback… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Dec 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Erika)
Alessandro (Alex) and Erika were with us here for one month. During that time they integrated perfectly with us and it was a joy to have them as part of our family.
Both were eager to help in any way possible whether it be on the farm, undertaking garden maintenance, cleaning., looking after and feeding our many animals or attending to farmstay… read more
Both were eager to help in any way possible whether it be on the farm, undertaking garden maintenance, cleaning., looking after and feeding our many animals or attending to farmstay… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Dec 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Gabriella)
Gabriella was an absolute joy to have as part of our family for a month. She fitted into our family life immediately and was very interested in taking part in all facets of our lives on the property at a very busy time. No job was a problem and she did everything asked of her and more - with care, intelligence and pride.
Gabriella was very easy… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Dec 2013
Left by Workawayer (Gabriella) for host
I stayed with Julie and Bruce for one month and it might have been the best month of my life! Everyday was an adventure and Julie and Bruce were very welcoming, kind and happy to show you around and teach you eerything there is to know about the farmwork! Bruce were very patient when teaching us about the sheep work (mustering, tagging, spaying)… read more
4 Jun 2013
Left by Workawayer (KaliMa) for host
This is definitely one of the best places in Australia ! An incredible paradise in the middle of nowhere ! The family is just amazingly welcoming. They really hosted me as a part of their family. I felt sooo happy there ! I miss them so much already ! And Tilly... Oooh Tilly ! I still can't believe that I had the chance to take care of a baby… read more
1 Jun 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (KaliMa)
We have so enjoyed having Audrey with us as part of our family on our outback station. She has a real joy of life and has been a most wonderful helper being fun, capable and smart. She is a hard worker and able to independently complete tasks. We are so sad to see her go but know she will return. We highly recommend her to other hosts.
(Excellent
)
8 May 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Joandrob2013)
Jo and Rob are the loveliest, most helpful couple. They fitted into our family life immediately and were interested in taking part in all facets of our lives on the property at a very busy time. No job was a problem and they did everything with care and pride.
In the month Jo and Rob were with us we have become very attached and they are now… read more
In the month Jo and Rob were with us we have become very attached and they are now… read more
(Excellent
)
7 May 2013
Left by Workawayer (Joandrob2013) for host
Well where do we start :) our experience at the outback station was unforgettable! It is the highlight of our travels in Australia so far! Julie and Bruce are the perfect hosts and made us feel immediately part of their family. We were lucky enough to take part in shearing, mustering the sheep and to be taken up in Bruce's plane! We enjoyed our… read more
11 Apr 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Veradb)
We just loved having Vera & Thjis with us for a month. They are both so capable, enthusiastic, smart, friendly and fun. They were happy to have a go at anything and very keen to learn new things. They did sheep work, maintenance, cleaning, helping with farmstay guests, looking after the animals (who also loved them). They were 'mum and dad' for… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Apr 2013
Left by Workawayer (Veradb) for host
We had a really great time here. Julie and Bruce made us feel right at home and after 4 weeks we felt like part of the family! They are fun and loving people, who are truly interested in their guests. They showed us around in Carathool and surroundings and introduced us to a lot of their friends.
Their home is like a green oasis (because of the… read more
Their home is like a green oasis (because of the… read more
27 Mar 2013
Left by Workawayer (Heidi) for host
I enjoyed my stay with Julie and Bruce and their family very much! They made me feel like a part of their family. I loved taking care of Tilly the little joey and other animals. I also had the chance to go to the races with them, see how the sheep are sheared and even to go on a flight with Bruce's airplane. Accommodation is very comfortable and… read more
17 Feb 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Heidi)
Heidi and Inkiri are both an absolute delight. They are extremely helpful, polite, enthusiastic, intelligent, mature and friendly. Their English is excellent.
We so enjoyed having them as part of our family on our outback station where they looked after our precious little joey and other animals in our absence, cleaned, painted, gardened, cooked… read more
We so enjoyed having them as part of our family on our outback station where they looked after our precious little joey and other animals in our absence, cleaned, painted, gardened, cooked… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Sep 2012
Left by Workawayer (Kathy) for host
Thank you so much for the good time in Australia!! I am very happy to have met you!!! Your family is very lovely and welcoming!
I learned lot of thing with you! thank you for your quiet, because it was very hard to speak when I am arrived.
Armstrong family will always have a special place in my heart! this was a very rewarding experience! and I… read more
I learned lot of thing with you! thank you for your quiet, because it was very hard to speak when I am arrived.
Armstrong family will always have a special place in my heart! this was a very rewarding experience! and I… read more
10 Sep 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Kathy)
Kathy is now our French daughter! That does not happen unless you really connect and that person really becomes part of your family.
Kathy is an extremely capable and intelligent young woman with a sunny and kind disposition.
When Kathy arrived her English wasn't very good and after three months she improved greatly and we could have some good… read more
Kathy is an extremely capable and intelligent young woman with a sunny and kind disposition.
When Kathy arrived her English wasn't very good and after three months she improved greatly and we could have some good… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Apr 2012
Left by Workawayer (Ditte Marie) for host
I think I stayed here for 5 weeks-and I really loved it!! We drove for so long time, and then out of nowhere this amazing oasis turns up! The house is really beautiful, and with a lovely garden full of roses, statues, peacocks and lovely birds. And Bruce, Edward and Julie are lovely people. I felt at home instantly, you can have a good laugh with… read more
28 Dec 2011
Left by Workawayer (marissa87) for host
I had an awesome time there ! I was only supposed to stay for two weeks and ended up staying almost 2 months. They made me feel like a part of the family and were very helpful. I really enjoyed helping Bruce on the farm and learning how to garden with Julie. The food and accommodation are great but the company was even better. I will never forget… read more
22 Dec 2011
Left by host for Workawayer (Ethan)
We really enjoyed having Ethan with us. He was always helpful & was interested in learning new things & would have a go at anything. He fitted in very well to our busy household & farm.
We highly recommend Ethan's grandma's cobbler that he cooked for us....twice!!!
Hope to see you back for shearing, Ethan!
We highly recommend Ethan's grandma's cobbler that he cooked for us....twice!!!
Hope to see you back for shearing, Ethan!
(Excellent
)
22 Dec 2011
Left by Workawayer (Ethan) for host
Working for Julie and Bruce was great! They set me up with nice accommodations and Julie is a great cook. I was very happy to work for them. Bruce is a fountain of knowledge about farming and he always answered my incessant questions willingly. He was even kind enough to take me up in his airplane for a look around the station. PS it's beautiful… read more
31 Mar 2011
Left by Workawayer (Christina ) for host
I was very much enjoying my stay at Julie´s and Bruce´s homestead. I have been at 3 or 4 hosts before and my experience here was the best of my whole trip in Australia.They showed me lots of things on their farm,e.g. the sheeps and paddocks. The special highlight was that Bruce has taken me with him on a local flight. My room was nice and clean… read more
28 Mar 2011
Left by host for Workawayer (Christina )
We very much enjoying having Tina in our home. Unfortunatey I was away for quite a bit of the time she was here but she looked after Bruce & Ed very well making sure they were well fed, the homestead & farmstay cleaned, animals fed, vege patch picked etc. We would recommend Tina into any family as I am sure she would fit in very well in many… read more
(Excellent
)
