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Host rating
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Last replied
23 Sep 2026
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Description
Kia ora!
My name is Linda and I am a 65-year-old art retired curator living on a coastal property with a big garden and old house which I am renovating and developing with the help of a live-in builder, Glenn. I am a vegetarian and like cooking.
Ōrere Point is a small village of 300 people on the southeast coast of Auckland. We are on rainwater tanks and currently in an El Nino weather pattern (very little rain) so it is important to conserve water with short showers and infrequent flushing. Ōrere Point is very isolated, a long way (70km, over one hour's drive) from any shops, supermarkets, cafes and banks, so not suitable as your first destination when you arrive from overseas and need to set up banking etc.. You should first book a backpackers in the city.
There are absolutely no public transport links to Ōrere Point. The nearest train and bus services are 45 minutes away by car. Please confirm that you have your own transport, car, motorcycle or van, when you first contact me about volunteering at my place.
I am looking for energetic help with building, household and property maintenance, as well as landscaping and gardening so please let me know what you can do (and have done before as a Workawayer or on your own property or for family members).
4 hours a day is what I expect you will work each day in exchange for food and accommodation, and in the late spring and summer it is preferable that you work in the morning before it gets too hot.
I do not wish to host people who smoke and if your diet is very specific, please make sure that you bring the food with you when you arrive.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Linda -
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Light maintenance
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Interests
Politics / Social justice
Culture
Books
Art & design
Cooking & food
History
Architecture
Writing
Nature
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Some time management skills.
Beautiful beach and river nearby. Great for kayaking.
If you enjoy being in nature, and exchanging ideas about culture, I am an art curator and teach art history. -
Help
Weeding, watering the garden in summer. Cutting hedges. Helping with building projects around the house, including cleaning kitchen, bathroom, windows, stairs and communal areas.
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Languages spoken
English: Fluent
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Accommodation
One double bed in a separate room.
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What else ...
Beautiful beach and river nearby which are excellent for swimming. Also great for kayaking - I have a fishing kayak available to borrow. There is a small shop, a library and health clinic but no supermarket in Orere Point (it is a really small place, far away from any city or town) so it is best to bring your own special foods if you have dietary needs.
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A little more information
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Internet access
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Limited internet access
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We have pets
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We are smokers
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Can host families
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Can host digital nomads
The internet connection here is good. Mbps download 46.3 and Mbps upload 2.85. The network is called 2-4ZP72VJY5 and the password is B82AbleWolf#
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Space for parking camper vans
A full size campervan can be parked off road here.
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Can possibly accept pets
Dogs.
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How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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Orere point is a very special area, thanks to Linda and Rory's hospitality l got to stay in this quiet, peaceful and beautiful place. Enjoy sunrise, sunset, starry sky, swimming in ocean, relaxing walks and wonderful company everyday.
Thanks to Linda trust me to in charge of the garden also the space I live … read more
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Orere point is a very special area, thanks to Linda and Rory's hospitality l got to stay in this quiet, peaceful and beautiful place. Enjoy sunrise, sunset, starry sky, swimming in ocean, relaxing walks and wonderful company everyday.
Thanks to Linda trust me to in charge of the garden also the space I live … read more
Lina is probably the best Workawayer that I have ever hosted. She planned an event for me, organised the signage, designed a beautiful invitation, and worked very hard at the actual event to make sure it was a great success. She also designed real estate "For Sale" signs, tended the garden and … read more
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