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Help with collaborative outdoor projects in Waihi, New Zealand

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a retired couple and we live 1km outside of Waihi town on a 1.2 hectare (4 acre) property with a stream running through it. Our garden has a small native forest, two large ponds /wetlands, fruit trees and a citrus orchard, flower gardens and extensive organic vegetable gardens. We live in a newly built 3 bedroom house and we have a stand-alone beautifully furnished building which is our Workaway guest accommodation. We love to cook and we are comfortable with all cultures. We are learning so much, especially about food and gardening from our guests. We even made Clara's (from Germany) pumpkin ginger scones three times in the two weeks since she left! We speak English, of course, and Japanese fluently and little bits of other languages. Much of the food we eat comes directly from our land and our hens provide us with eggs all year. The garden is a beautiful place to work and play in and we will try to make your experience fun and memorable.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Books
    Languages
    Gardening
    Cooking & food
    Yoga / Wellness
    Nature
    Hiking
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We do tasks in the garden and eat together with our guests so they can benefit from lots of English practice and fun learning all the 'garden language' we use every day. We can teach Japanese language and Japanese written script (kanji), ikebana (Japanese flower arranging) , cooking, seed-raising and general gardening skills, care of hens etc.
    The area we live in has strong gold-mining history which is very interesting, and in fact the stream that runs through our property was the first place gold was found in Waihi. We know the area well and can guide our guests in the best places for sightseeing and learning about NZ history.

  • Help

    Help

    Welcome 2025 Workawayers.
    We are looking for a couple to help with gardening and some projects according to your capabilities. We suggest doing tasks hours from 9am to 1pm but this is negotiable. We always work on tasks on our land with our guests, so it is a great cultural learning experience for both of us.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Japanese: Fluent
    Italian: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    We are language teachers and are interested in the study of linguistics and culture. We enjoy interacting with non-native English speakers

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We have lovely accommodation which can sleep 4 people. It is fully furnished with full kitchen facilities. We will cook all meals for our guests up at the house. We are also happy to share cooking if our guest would prefer.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We have extensive knowledge of our local area and it has beaches, mountains, gorges, gold mining history, antique and collectables shops, lots of cafes and restaurants and there are two reasonably large cities just over 1 hour away by car. There are some really great hiking tracks nearby.
    There is not much public transport in our small town, so you will need a car for your independence, but buses do go to and from the main cities like Auckland and Tauranga. We have an electric bicycle which we can make available for our guests.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    We have unlimited wifi in both our accommodation and our house and have basic computer repair skills.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    We have space for a large motorhome to park for an extended length of time. We are happy to share facilities and to cook for anyone using a motorhome

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a serene garden scene with a pond, trees, and a small building in the background, exuding a sense of tranquility and natural beauty.
The image depicts a cozy room with a vaulted ceiling, featuring a bed, couch, and window, exuding a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image depicts a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a black countertop, and a blue backsplash, featuring a range hood, oven, and refrigerator.
The image depicts a family of nine, including two adults, five children, and two dogs, gathered on a green blanket in a backyard, surrounded by lush trees and a house in the background.
The image depicts a serene garden scene featuring a small stream, rocks, lush greenery, and a bridge in the background, exuding a sense of tranquility and natural beauty.
The image depicts a vibrant garden featuring red flowers, lush greenery, and a blue sky with white clouds, exuding a sense of natural beauty and serenity.
The image depicts a man tending to a large bonfire in a yard, surrounded by trees and a small building in the background, at dusk.
Two people are working in a garden, one holding a rake and the other a wheelbarrow, surrounded by trees and plants on a sunny day.
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The image depicts a yellow excavator in a muddy field, with a person wearing an orange jacket operating it, surrounded by trees and grass in the background.
The image depicts a serene backyard scene with a teepee, a chicken coop, and a small shed, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
The image depicts a serene pond scene with a vibrant tree displaying autumnal hues, surrounded by lush greenery and large rocks, set against a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a large bird with black, white, and blue feathers perched on a thin tree branch, surrounded by lush greenery and a grassy area.

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