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Description
Small home farm 2km from Mullumbimby. Lots of gardens, house cows, fruit trees, organic living with home made goodies, bees, great compost and easy living.
Diet here is mainly vegetarian and includes dairy and it is preferred that your diet is similar.
We are a quiet, easy-going household. I live with my 14 y.o. son and his mum also lives on the property.
An hour a day for each person in exchange for accommodation, access to internet with you providing your own food.
There is a spare room in the house available with a shared bathroom. Would also suit van camper.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I practice Chi Kung, inspired by the teachings of Grand Master Mantak Chia, and enjoy the company of like minded people. You will learn how to observe cycles and signs in nature to support organic gardening as well as learning proven organic gardening techniques. There is usually an abundance of home grown veggies, good rainwater, and ginger to share.
Help
General help with gardening and housework. Harvesting, planting and maintaining. Work varies seasonally. Weeding watering, possibly compost making, some harvesting. For stronger folk, there is some rock-wall building. Currently preparing for the upcoming growing season. Preparing garden beds and making compost. Harvesting kale, water chestnuts, cumquats. Raising seedlings and working on garden paths.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
One room in the house with a shared bathroom.
What else ...
The farm is about 20 mins from a Byron Bay and 10 mins from Brunswick Heads. Great beaches. There are National Parks not too far away.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
Van campers are most welcome.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
A couple of hours per day in exchange for a parking space and access to amenities - MAXIMUM 15 HOURS A WEEK
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Brian's property has a great location, it is close to the city, and at the same time it allows you to be completely surrounded by nature with a privileged view of Mount Chincungan, where you can watch wonderful sunsets.
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Brian's property has a great location, it is close to the city, and at the same time it allows you to be completely surrounded by nature with a privileged view of Mount Chincungan, where you can watch wonderful sunsets.
I enjoyed working and learn in… read more
