Join us on an ecological restoration project in Stillwater, Auckland, New Zealand

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  Beschreibung

  Location: Stillwater, Auckland
  
  Accommodation: Private 40sqm Self-Contained Tiny House
  
  Hours: Approx. 4-5 hours per day Monday - Friday but flexible around longer days and days off to travel and explore.
  
  About the Project
  We live on a stunning 18-acre property in Stillwater with direct estuary coastline. We are currently dedicated to a major ecological restoration project: removing invasive species along the coast to replant native trees and restore the local habitat to bring back the native birdlife and stabilise the river banks.
  
  We are looking for a mature couple or friends who are physically fit and reliable. We generally prefer those 25+, but we are happy to host younger helpers if you are competent, skilled, and can provide excellent references.
  
  The Tasks (Skill-Based)
  We are looking for people with a "can-do" attitude who have experience in:
  Ecological Restoration: Identifying and removing invasive species; planting and mulching natives.
  Tree Work & Pruning: Experience with basic arboriculture or heavy pruning is a big plus.
  Property Maintenance: General property maintenance and help with ongoing projects.
  Gardening: General weeding and maintaining the aesthetic of the property.
  
  Accommodation & Food
  You will stay in our furnished 40sqm self-contained off grid house (solar power, rainwater, composting toilet). It sits in a sunny spot with a large deck and expansive views over the property and river.
  Layout: One room with a queen bed, a second room with a single bed.
  Facilities: Private kitchen, shower, and toilet.
  Access to pool and tennis court.
  Food: We provide seasonal ingredients in the accommodation and kitchen amenities for preparing your own meals with opportunities for shared lunches or evening meals.
  
  Transport & Location
  Stillwater is a peaceful coastal semi-rural community close to the urban centre of Silverdale in the Hibiscus Coast.
  Public Transport: The main bus hub is a 10-minute drive from the property.
  Assistance: If you don't have your own vehicle, we can generally help with transport to and from the bus hub or for local supply runs.
  
  What We Are Looking For
  We value competency and initiative. This is a great spot for someone who loves nature and wants to see a tangible difference in the environment through their work.
  Note: Please include a brief description of your previous experience/skills and a link to your references or reviews in your message.
  
  About the Hosts
  We are a couple in our 50s and have lived and worked in this wonderful local community for the last 20 years. We are very active and love the outdoors, sports, and water sports—one of the reasons we love living on this 18-acre coastal slice of paradise!
  We have four grown-up children who come and go, so the property is often full of life, but we also value the peace and birdlife that our restoration project brings. We enjoy meeting new people and we're happy to share our knowledge of the local area with you.

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  Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten

  Hilfe bei Ökoprojekten

  Gartenarbeiten

  Heimwerker- und Bauarbeiten

  Mithilfe auf einem Bauernhof

  Handwerkliche Arbeiten
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  Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten

  Staying with us is about exploring a lifestyle. Having lived and worked in this community for two decades, we love sharing the history of the Stillwater and Silverdale area and giving you an authentic taste of life in coastal New Zealand.
  
  What we can teach you:
  
  Ecological Restoration: You will learn how to identify invasive species and understand the science of coastal restoration—how we select and plant native species to bring back the birds and restore the natural balance of the land.
  
  Property Skills: For those interested, we can share practical skills in general maintenance, gardening, and managing an 18-acre property.
  
  Local Kiwi Life: We can give you tips on local water sports, visiting the islands, fishing spots in the Hauraki Gulf and Kaipara Harbour and coastal walks.
  
  What we hope to learn from you: We love hosting because it brings the world to our doorstep. Whether it’s learning a few words of your language, hearing about your travels, or sharing a recipe from your home country, we value the fresh perspectives our visitors bring.

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  Projekte mit Kindern

  Dieses Projekt schließt möglicherweise den Umgang mit Kindern ein. Mehr Informationen findest du in unseren Verhaltensregeln und Tipps hier.

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  Arbeit

  The Tasks (Skill-Based)
  We are looking for people with a "can-do" attitude who have experience in:
  Ecological Restoration: Identifying and removing invasive species; planting and mulching natives.
  Tree Work & Pruning: Experience with basic arboriculture or heavy pruning is a big plus.
  Property Maintenance: General property maintenance and help with ongoing project work.
  Gardening: General weeding and maintaining the aesthetic of the property.

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  Sprachen

  Gesprochene Sprachen
  Englisch: Fließend
  Französisch: Grundkenntnisse

  Dieser Gastgeber bietet Sprachaustausch an
  Dieser Gastgeber gibt an, dass er dir gern seine Muttersprache beibringt oder selbst eine Sprache lernen möchte.
  Bitte wende dich direkt an ihn, um weitere Auskünfte zu erhalten.
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  Unterkunft

  Accommodation & Food
  You will stay in our furnished 40sqm self-contained off grid house (solar power, rainwater, composting toilet). It sits in a sunny spot with a large deck and expansive views over the property and river.
  Layout: One room with a queen bed, a second room with a single bed.
  Facilities: Private kitchen, shower, and toilet.
  Access to pool and tennis court.
  Food: We provide a Kiwi breakfast ingredients (cereals, seasonal fruits, yogurts, bread, eggs, spreads) in the accommodation and kitchen amenities for preparing your own lunches and dinners. We provide seasonal ingredients in the accommodation and kitchen amenities for preparing your own meals with opportunities for shared lunches or evening meals.

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  Etwas mehr Information

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    Internet Zugang

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  Platz zum Abstellen von Camper Vans

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  Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal

  mehr als zwei

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  Meine Tiere/Haustiere

  Blaise (9 Jahren)

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