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Learn traditional house building and native forest conservation at our eco-project in Orewa, Auckland, New Zealand
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Love to meet people from all over the world. Interested in discovering new cultures and sharing my culture. Like to enjoy life and explore the world! would you love to meet up with you!
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Here at Workaway, we are committed to travelling sustainably and want to take responsibility in reducing our carbon footprint.

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Our ultimate aim is to build a community of global travellers who want to see the world whilst contributing and giving back to the places they visit.

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