The image depicts a large white boat with two yellow sails on a body of water, set against a mountainous backdrop on a sunny day.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie, each holding a glass of amber liquid and a small bottle of Edradour whisky.
1 / 2

Childcare, Sailing, sharing adventures and boat maintenance in Whangarei, New Zealand

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least 3 weeks

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Details

  • Description

    Description

    Interested in Sailing? My partner and I live on a Sail boat in Whangarei. It is a 16m Junk Rig Schooner which has been our home for 8 years. We sail regularly and love to share our knowledge and experience as well as hearing about your stories and adventures. We have a 3 year old daughter who lives with us full time and a 14 year old daughter who comes up for weekends and holidays, plus a little boat dog. We are looking for one relaxed, motivated person to help out with childcare, boat maintenance and assorted other tasks. No experience necessary but maturity and a positivity outlook appreciated. Meals and bunk included. Oh and we just bought a house so likely need a hand fixing it up.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Babysitting and creative play
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Great experience for anyone interested in learning about sailing and boat life.
    We love to share our knowledge and experience as well as hearing about your stories and adventures.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

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

  • Help

    Help

    We need help looking after our 3 year old daughter Eden and general maintenance and cleaning. Some childcare experience would be beneficial, no sailing experience required.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You will have a (small) private cabin on the boat. Shared toilet and bathroom facilities. Meals will be very basic and we’d love help in the galley. House will be ready soon.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Whangarei is a hidden gem. Beautiful beaches, many walks to explore, kayaking and much more.

  • 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

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

Host ref number: 246131367678

Website Safety

Photos

The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie, each holding a glass of amber liquid and a small bottle of Edradour whisky.
The image depicts a large white boat with two yellow sails on a body of water, set against a mountainous backdrop on a sunny day.

Feedback

Help a family with daily activities in Blenheim, New Zealand
Enjoy my peaceful, healthy country living in Opuawhanga, New Zealand