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10 Mar 2024
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Description
We live in Te Anau, right on the doorstep of Fiordland National Park.
We have 2 children Rita 7 and Austen 4, a dog and 2 chickens. We run a charter boat business in Dusky Sound and absolutely love the outdoors.
We try and grow as much produce as possible in our small garden using organic principles, and hunt for wild meat/fish as often as we can. We have had several volunteers come and stay with us over the years and love the cultural exchange and the opportunity to learn about other peoples culture and food. We can only host 1 person at a time.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Babysitting and creative play
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are true blue kiwis and enjoy sharing history and knowledge about New Zealand. I am a passionate cook/chef so if you wish to learn about baking sourdough bread or making as much as possible from scratch I am very happy to share.
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Help
We are looking for someone to come and join our family from October through to May 2024. We have 2 young children a 8 and 5 year old and a dog. Approximately 1 week a month you would be sole carer for our children while my husband and I head away to work remotely in Dusky Sound. Live in nanny/carer experience is a must, these weeks would be paid work. For the remaining time accommodation is available in exchange for light gardening and domestic duties, and there would be plenty of time for you to head off and explore Fiordland.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Accommodation is a backyard caravan. Bathroom is shared with the family. We live within walking distance of Te Anau town center. All meals provided in exchange for approx 5 hours work per day. We only have room for a single so please do not apply if you are a couple.
What else ...
Te Anau is a town on the South Island of New Zealand. It’s known as a gateway to Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound. The region is home to endangered, flightless takahē birds and abundant trout in Lake Te Anau. Te Anau Caves feature a limestone grotto of glowworms and an underground waterfall. To the southwest, the Kepler Track winds through beech forests, glacial valleys and mountains.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
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Feedback (3)
She took me in when I had nowhere to go and no idea what to do, after I got into an accident with my beloved van that had been my home on wheels until that point.
The fact that she responded to my last-minute request and was down to help out when she usually has… read more
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She took me in when I had nowhere to go and no idea what to do, after I got into an accident with my beloved van that had been my home on wheels until that point.
The fact that she responded to my last-minute request and was down to help out when she usually has… read more
