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75 %
Last replied
8 Apr 2025
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Description
We live on the Otago Peninsula, only 20 minutes away by car or bus to Dunedin. We are a busy family of four, slightly chaotic but easy going, friendly and welcoming. My husband is very busy and I'm recovering from an injury. We are looking for somebody to help out in the garden; mostly weeding the driveway, but there could also be some pruning and planing too.
We have a cabin that is overdue some sanding and oiling. We are looking for somebody who is practical and gets on with it. It is borning work!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will benefit from the experience of spending time on the Otago Peninsula. We know lots of places off the beaten track and just spending time here will give you a good insight into New Zealand culture here in the South.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We are looking for somebody who is practical and gets on with it. Garden tasks - There are three to four trees to prune and some weeding. There is also some wood to chop and possibly two doors to paint.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Our house is small, but you will have your own room in our home or possibly the cabin if it's available. You are welcome to eat with us as a family and food will be provided.
What else ...
There is a lot to do in and around Dunedin which we can show/tell you about. We are non-smokers nor party animals/night owls so our place would perhaps suit somebody who prefers a quieter life or is happy to head into town for a night out. We are looking for somebody who has practical skills, is considerate, honest and trustworthy; who can relate to kids and is not high maintenance!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Feedback (6)
Garrett was not the the most engaging workawayer we've had to stay, which we found a little awkward at times. He also left earlier than intended to go to Queenstown, but he did his hours and did an excellent job of… read more
Jason and Keren also went out of their way to make me feel at home and to take me out to some of the beautiful beaches in Dunedin.
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Garrett was not the the most engaging workawayer we've had to stay, which we found a little awkward at times. He also left earlier than intended to go to Queenstown, but he did his hours and did an excellent job of… read more
Jason and Keren also went out of their way to make me feel at home and to take me out to some of the beautiful beaches in Dunedin.
Thank you for sharing your home with me!! :)
FOR SURE IT WAS FANTASTIC AND WE LOVED THIS PROJECT :)
For our first workaway we've spent a wonderful week with Keren, Jason and their kids...We realized quickly that we were feeling home, it was just like meeting the family. New Zealand is amazing country and this family has a spirit, a real family… read more
Keren is a caring and very inspiring woman, and we had great talks together. She is also a super cook and knows how to prepare tasty and healthy… read more
