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Help us establish a permaculture food forest in Christchurch - New Zealand

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    Kia ora! Nau mai Haere mai!
    We, that is my Kiwi partner Jordan, our 6 year old daughter Aylah, our 3 year old daughter Juliette and myself, Anna. Together we live with our gorgeous cat Nero on an 800m section in Huntsbury. Our home is surrounded by walking tracks, the port hills, the adventure park and the river, around 4km from the city Centre.
    We are in the process of transforming our home into a self (community) reliant and sustainable home following permaculture principles.

    We are really passionate about permaculture, herbal medicine, sustainable living and everything that comes with this.

    We are always looking for people who would like to be part of this journey and would love to hear from you.

    Our current projects consists of a little bit of help in the garden and creating a surprise adventure playground while the kids are on holiday. If you have any experience with climbing that would be super helpful.

    But are also super keen to hear your ideas about different projects.

    We are happy to share our knowledge and learn together with you/from you.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We have previously travelled as helpers ourself and stayed and learned from locals. In exchange for 4 hours of work a day you can stay at our home and share our kai (food) with us.
    We live in a newly renovated house in a quiet suburb (Huntsbury) in Christchurch close to the adventure park, the river and awesome walking tracks. Our home is around 4km away from the city centre

    We are looking for people who would like to stay at least 3 days and a max of a week. This can possibly be extended
    Let me know if you have any questions:)

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    We are currently in the process of building an adventure playground. So if you have experience with climbing that would be super helpful.
    We are also needing a little bit of help in the garden.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    German: Fluent
    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Beginner
    French: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You will have your own bedroom in our home (or your own studio downstairs pending availability) and we would share the rest of the house and the garden area:)

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We often go fishing/tramping on the weekends and you are welcome to join us if you choose to:)

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    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

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    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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The image depicts a family of four standing on the porch of a building, with a sign reading \"Hawdon Hut\" and a door behind them, surrounded by shoes and outdoor gear.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a selfie in a snowy field, with rolling hills and trees in the background, conveying a sense of joy and togetherness.
The image shows a screenshot of a tablet displaying a real estate listing with six photos of a modern home\'s interior, including living room and bathroom areas.
The image shows a tablet screen displaying six photos of a modern kitchen and living room, with white cabinets, dark countertops, and a large window.
The image depicts a serene backyard garden, featuring raised beds, a chicken coop, and a house, with lush greenery and vibrant flowers, exuding a sense of tranquility and natural beauty.
The image depicts a serene sunset scene from a balcony, featuring a wooden railing, trees, houses, and a clear sky, with the sun setting behind a tree on the left.
The image depicts a serene wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a picturesque town or neighborhood at sunset, with a clear sky and distant mountains.
The image depicts a serene garden scene, featuring a wooden deck, lush greenery, and vibrant sunflowers, set against a backdrop of trees and a clear sky.
A woman wearing a baby carrier with a child inside, standing outside a house, wearing gloves and a backpack, with a pile of dirt and rocks nearby.
The image depicts a serene wooden deck with a railing, overlooking a picturesque landscape of trees and houses under a blue sky with wispy clouds.
The image depicts a serene wooden deck with a railing, surrounded by lush greenery and trees, overlooking a picturesque neighborhood on a sunny day.
The image depicts a serene backyard with a wooden deck, stairs, and raised garden beds, surrounded by lush greenery and a blue sky.
The image depicts a two-story house with a white exterior, featuring a balcony on the second floor and a driveway leading to the front door.

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