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19 Mar 2024
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We are a smoke and drug free family of myself, my husband Richard, and currently our oldest daughter (22 years old) and sometimes her boyfriend living on a 35 acre property about 50 minutes out of Mackay, Queensland. Our youngest daughter Danielle (20 years old) lives in town but visits often. We eat a normal diet but can cater for vegetarians easily.
We also have as part of our family 3-4 large dogs (one lives with Danielle but often returns for spells at home), 1 small dog (miniature schnauzer), 2 inside cats, rabbits and birds. On the farm we have sheep, goats, alpacas, cows, farm dogs, chickens and pigs.
Jobs required would be feeding the farm animals, cleaning out cages, doing the simple fencing like mowing and spraying under fence lines to keep grass out of fence, getting electric fences to work, gardening, some house work when required. You are responsible for helping us with the dishes and keeping the house clean. You are welcome to have cuddles with the animals anytime, the farm ones once the two farm dogs know you.
Your accommodation is in our house, in your own room. You will be sharing the bathroom with my daughter. The toilet is separate from the shower. We are also on rain water so water is very important to us and not to be wasted, so you need to be water wise. You will have dinner with us to get to know us as a family and experience both New Zealand and Australian ways. We are New Zealanders living in Australia. We also provide breakfast and lunch but we often are all eating these two meals at different times from the rest of our family due to other commitments.
Our house is based just north of Mackay, in a town called Gargett, in North Queensland. We are on 35 acres, 50 minutes from town. There is no public transport near our house, so a car is preferable if you wish to go anywhere on your days off. In saying this someone goes into town most days so we would be able to take you in around work times.
There is lots to do around this area on your days or times off. You have Eungella, Finch Hatton Gorge, beaches, Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays all within a one to two hour drive.
We look forward to meeting you and learning more about your culture, and sharing ours. We have had in excess of 90 Workawayers from all areas of the world and love meeting new people.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are New Zealanders living in Australia, so we have a mixed culture between the two countries. We are happy to help you improve your English, show you around as much as possible, and interact with you. You will learn a lot about looking after animals, and if you have any knowledge of this area I am always looking for ideas and to learn more myself.
Help
Tidying up the yards, raking poo and hay, and spreading it around gardens. Feeding animals twice daily, this takes about 30 minutes each time. There would be light house duties depending on the help needed.
You do need to be reasonably strong and healthy/fit, and be prepared to work outdoors. Jeans and boots is a must, but we do have gumboots here depending on your size feet.
I prefer someone with common sense and who can see what needs to be done. If unsure you are always best to ask rather than assume and get it wrong.
You will need closed in shoes, a rain coat for summer months as this is our wet season, and long sleeve pants and tops for being on the farm to protect from the sun, the long grass, spiders and snakes. Yes you are in Australia!!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Your own bedroom with a king bed, a shared bathroom and toilet with my daughter.
What else ...
When you have time off, close by is Eungella, Finch Hatton Gorge, Airlie Beach, the Whitsunday Islands, and several other beaches close by. Town is nearly an hour away.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
If you have your own van you want to park here there is heaps of room to do so. If you want to stay in it we can connect you to power.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 254841596448
Feedback (35)
5 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Félix & Juliette) for host
We stayed in Karen's house for a week and it was a beautiful experience. We took care of the animals of the farm and learn with Karen how to feed them and understand their behaviors. She has beautiful and friendly dogs, cats, rabbits, goats, alpagas, chickens and pigs. The help consist in taking care of the animals and do some tasks in the garden… read more
20 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Félix & Juliette)
Juliette and Felix were beautiful house guests. They were both very tidy and clean people, respected the house rules, learned quickly, and fitted in to our house like they had been there a long time. Unfortunately we only had them stay a week, but it was great to get to know them over this short time. They loved the animals, asked lots of… read more
(Excellent
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20 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophia)
Sophia was with us for two weeks, and from the beginning she fitted in with our family. Sophia is an independent, young beautiful young women who asks lots of questions, wanting to learn more. She has perfect English, great manners, and follows the house rules easily. It was lovely to have her help throughout the time she was with us, and I think… read more
(Excellent
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19 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Sophia) for host
I had an amazing time with Karen and her Family. Karen is a lovely, welcoming and hard-working woman. I had so much fun caring for all of the animals and I had the pleasure of being there at the perfect time for the baby goats. Her five dogs (3 house dogs, 2 farm dogs) were all super friendly and the two cats were very sweet aswell. My Worktime… read more
20 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sabrina)
Sabrina was a lovely young lady who was a pleasure to host. Despite her stay being super short, less than a week, we enjoyed getting to know her. Sabrina was a hard worker and quick to learn. She loved the animals, and did really well with any task asked from her. She fitted in really well to our family and respected the house rules which was… read more
(Excellent
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5 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Félix & Juliette) for host
We stayed in Karen's house for a week and it was a beautiful experience. We took care of the animals of the farm and learn with Karen how to feed them and understand their behaviors. She has beautiful and friendly dogs, cats, rabbits, goats, alpagas, chickens and pigs. The help consist in taking care of the animals and do some tasks in the garden… read more
20 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Félix & Juliette)
Juliette and Felix were beautiful house guests. They were both very tidy and clean people, respected the house rules, learned quickly, and fitted in to our house like they had been there a long time. Unfortunately we only had them stay a week, but it was great to get to know them over this short time. They loved the animals, asked lots of… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophia)
Sophia was with us for two weeks, and from the beginning she fitted in with our family. Sophia is an independent, young beautiful young women who asks lots of questions, wanting to learn more. She has perfect English, great manners, and follows the house rules easily. It was lovely to have her help throughout the time she was with us, and I think… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Sophia) for host
I had an amazing time with Karen and her Family. Karen is a lovely, welcoming and hard-working woman. I had so much fun caring for all of the animals and I had the pleasure of being there at the perfect time for the baby goats. Her five dogs (3 house dogs, 2 farm dogs) were all super friendly and the two cats were very sweet aswell. My Worktime… read more
20 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sabrina)
Sabrina was a lovely young lady who was a pleasure to host. Despite her stay being super short, less than a week, we enjoyed getting to know her. Sabrina was a hard worker and quick to learn. She loved the animals, and did really well with any task asked from her. She fitted in really well to our family and respected the house rules which was… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Amy)
Amy was a lovely young lady who I enjoyed having in my home. She did a great job looking after my animals, was super amazing at helping me replace some mesh on one of our farm fences, did great at gardening, and was a very respectful tidy and clean young person to share a home with. The animals loved Amy, and she provided me with a much needed… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jarla Maxine) for host
If you're coming around Mackay stop at this wonderful farm for a while and enjoy the calm, beautiful home of Karen and her family, including all the unique animals.
Karen is a caring, warm-hearted, funny and outgoing person. She saw what we did and appreciated it and made sure we're
ok. She is always happy for helping hands with feeding the… read more
Karen is a caring, warm-hearted, funny and outgoing person. She saw what we did and appreciated it and made sure we're
ok. She is always happy for helping hands with feeding the… read more
5 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jarla Maxine)
Jarla is a beautiful kind and caring wonderful person. She speaks wonderful English, loves to cook and bake, and keeps the house clean and tidy. She does amazing with the animals, looking after them while we went away for a weekend. she did lots of gardening which wasn't so easy, but she did a super amazing job and the area looks great. She uses… read more
(Excellent
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12 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Clara) for host
This farm was absolutely amazing! I've spent my very best days in Australia there and I can't describe how much this experience meant to me. Karen is an unbelievably wonderful, openhearted, direct, caring, generous and hospitable person and this beautiful place they've built within the last 5 years truly is a place to miss. They have alpacas,… read more
5 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Clara)
Clara is a beautiful kind caring honest hardworking young lady. She speaks very good English, loves to cook and bake, enjoys the animals, and does an amazing job gardening and looking after all the animals on my farm. Clara was funny, interactive, honest and very reliable. It was lovely to meet Clara, and we all enjoyed her company very much over… read more
(Excellent
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10 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Louise-Anne) for host
We spent a really good time with Karen and Richard in their magnific place. The work is really nice, especially with the animals. Karen and Richard are really used to have some workawayers so it's easy to find your place in their house.
They notice the work you do and they are t
gratful, it's really pleasant to work for them.
I recommand their… read more
They notice the work you do and they are t
gratful, it's really pleasant to work for them.
I recommand their… read more
3 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Louise-Anne)
Louise-Ann and Lucas were the best workawayers!! They were both very friendly, happy, outgoing, confident bubbly people. We enjoyed our time with them very much. We learned a lot about France and the areas they both came from, including the farming of Bison!! While they were with us they fed the animals, did some gardening and weeding, and SO much… read more
(Excellent
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3 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Edelle Catherine )
Edelle is a lovely kind caring sensitive soul who fitted in to our family very well. We had many laughs together and shared many stories from our pasts. We enjoyed having Edelle here for the time she was with us. She did an amazing job feeding and looking after the animals, spending lots of extra time in with them, playing with them, and… read more
(Excellent
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3 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Fabienne)
Fabienne is a beautiful kind and caring young lady. She fitted in very well to our family and respected the house rules wonderfully. She is very brave travelling all this way on her own, and we were very pleased she chose us as her first Workaway in Australia. Fabienne has no issues cooking for herself and is very easy to cater for. She loved all… read more
(Excellent
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3 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Rojda & Maline)
Both Rojda and Marlene were two beautiful kind helpful and very caring humans. We enjoyed them being part of our family, showing them around, including them in many birthday celebrations over the time they were with us, and laughing lots with them. They are both two very capable and confident people who can follow instructions well, work well… read more
(Excellent
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5 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Rojda & Maline) for host
This was our second workaway experience and we had such an amazing time! We spent almost two weeks with Karen and her family and enjoyed every moment of it. The moment we arrived we were treated like a family member. Karen was really welcoming and made us feel included and comfortable.
The tasks we did were not too hard and included for example… read more
The tasks we did were not too hard and included for example… read more
3 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jose & Vanesa )
Both Vanessa and Jose were with us for a week, and it was lovely to meet them both. They were great house keepers, did a fantastic job weeding, feeding the animals and fixing shelters for me. They loved the animals, especially the dogs. They were very tidy and considerate of our house rules and privacy. They fitted in perfectly. We would love to… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jose & Vanesa ) for host
Second experience as workawayers and we are still delighted!
From the first moment we were treated phenomenally, the tasks to be carried out are simple and entertaining, we always had a lot of freedom.
The house is very nice and our room had everything we needed. Karen was with us most of the time but also trusted us to leave us alone while she… read more
From the first moment we were treated phenomenally, the tasks to be carried out are simple and entertaining, we always had a lot of freedom.
The house is very nice and our room had everything we needed. Karen was with us most of the time but also trusted us to leave us alone while she… read more
6 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Lea)
Mo and Lea were wonderful. They fitted in so well with our family, loved the animals and did an awesome job around the farm looking after the animals, building fences and whipper snipping fence lines. The chook pens looked awesome after cleaning. When I took them both to work with customers they were great. They interacted with the children,… read more
(Excellent
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28 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Pierre)
Pierre was a lovely kind young man who helped me a lot. I appreciate very much you spending so much time with me in the car travelling, we certainly covered some miles while you were with me for the month!! It was lots of long days traveling, feeding animals, setting up and packing up, so thank you so much for your time, muscles and patience:-)… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Pierre) for host
What a great experience! I helped Karen for 1 month and I definitely learned a lot about animals and myself.
My first day of work was already on the road with Port Douglas as our last stop, second week down south in Rockhampton and back to the North on the third week!
It sounds like a lot but I honestly really enjoyed travelling with Karen, we… read more
My first day of work was already on the road with Port Douglas as our last stop, second week down south in Rockhampton and back to the North on the third week!
It sounds like a lot but I honestly really enjoyed travelling with Karen, we… read more
4 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Clayton)
Clay was a lovely gentleman who fitted in with our family really well. He was very considerate of the house rules, our privacy, and our place. He was great too with the animals, and even managed to get on the good side of Mia, our dog. I really appreciated all the extra help Clay provided with getting jobs done with out asking, having intuition… read more
(Excellent
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28 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Clayton) for host
I spent close to 1.5 months with karen and family on her farm. Everyday both on the road and at home was a learning experience with the animals. The whole family include their contractor Snow made you feel apart of the family and community. My time spent in the farm has been by far the best time in Australia. If you have the oppurtunity to go even… read more
13 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jade)
Jade was an excellent worker and fitted in perfectly with our family. Thankyou Jade for all your help while working with us both at home and while away working. Thank you hugely for all your help while working the shopping center at Airlie Beach, I know they were long days, I really appreciated your assistance and strength with this. You have a… read more
(Excellent
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13 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Tzu-Kai & Chih-Han)
I had these two lovely people staying with us for a couple of weeks. It was lovely to meet you both. Thank you so much for helping with the travelling, working, feeding the animals, and helping the children while working. You respected the house rules, and fitted in with my family. thanks for everything.
All the best with the rest of your travels.
All the best with the rest of your travels.
(Very good
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13 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Francois)
Thank you so much for all your help at our place while you were here Francois it was very much appreciated. Your English, attitude, personality and strength were great. You fitted in very well with my family and did an excellent job on the farm and while working with the children and customers. And for talking to me while driving:-)
Please feel… read more
Please feel… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Francois) for host
Karen and family were a perfect match!
The traveling farm is amazing and you will learn a lot by working with Karen.
Thanks to everyone for this (too) short stay and I wish you all the best!
François
The traveling farm is amazing and you will learn a lot by working with Karen.
Thanks to everyone for this (too) short stay and I wish you all the best!
François
15 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Léa) for host
I did not stay for long on Karen's farm but still, I got to know the jobs and them as a family. Her youngest daughter Danielle is always happy to help (Ben too!), explain things and have a laugh.
We were most of the time away with Karen to work but their house in Mackay and the atmoshere over there is really good, even if you stay in the caravan… read more
We were most of the time away with Karen to work but their house in Mackay and the atmoshere over there is really good, even if you stay in the caravan… read more
13 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Taylor)
Taylor, what do I say?? You are a wonderful full of life super confident (now) person. We love you.
Taylor stayed with us for a lot longer than originally planned on Workaway as she loved it here and we fitted into each others needs and wants perfectly. I think we reminded her of home, crazy, busy, mad, frustrating, fun, loving, and so much… read more
Taylor stayed with us for a lot longer than originally planned on Workaway as she loved it here and we fitted into each others needs and wants perfectly. I think we reminded her of home, crazy, busy, mad, frustrating, fun, loving, and so much… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Taylor) for host
I cannot thank Karen and her family enough for letting me stay with them for so long. This has, without a doubt, been the best time I've had here in Australia. They make you feel absolutely welcome in their home and treat you as a family member. And after being with them for so long, I sure as hell feel like I've become part of their furniture… read more
13 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Ayla & Christian)
Hello Ayla
Thanks so much for coming to stay with us. I really appreciated your help over the time you were with us, and am sorry we never got to spend much time together. I am pleased you felt comfortable to talk to me about your feelings and our work in the public, and I am happy that we came to the arrangement we did for you to stay on and… read more
Thanks so much for coming to stay with us. I really appreciated your help over the time you were with us, and am sorry we never got to spend much time together. I am pleased you felt comfortable to talk to me about your feelings and our work in the public, and I am happy that we came to the arrangement we did for you to stay on and… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Ayla & Christian) for host
I had a really nice stay with Karen, her family and the animals! Even tough Karen was super busy during the time I send her a request she managed to host me. I haven't seen her the majority of my stay because she and Danielle were on a job. But she is definitely a power woman, friendly, generous and very passionate about her job! In the few days… read more
13 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Josiena)
Thank you Josie so much for coming to stay with us and putting up with all the crazy busy lives we all lead in this place. Your effort, help and lovely friendly nature was a very much appreciated experience. We loved having you part of our house, and was so pleased you were happy to stay and help out with the shopping center, even though it meant… read more
(Excellent
)
12 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Josiena) for host
I spent nearly 2 weeks with Karen and her family and had a great time! This was my first Workaway experience and I really enjoyed living on a farm and being around all the animals, which was so different from my regular life in the city. I really enjoyed feeding all the animals, and did some cleaning of the coop and barn, helped out with cutting… read more
19 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Charlotte & Liam)
Charlotte and Liam, you are two absolutely awesome lovely people. I totally enjoyed meeting you both and having the opportunity to get to know you. You are two lovely people who enjoy life, get along very well with all types of people, and did an amazing job at my place. Thank you so much for coming to work with me and experiencing what we do with… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Charlotte & Liam) for host
We stayed with Karen and her family for just over three weeks and had the most wonderful experience. Karen made it very easy to organise a stay with and communicated well with us. Once we were there we felt like we were part of the family and fit into the work life easily. The animals are adorable and we absolutely loved learning about them and… read more
19 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Marie) for host
wouah ... I’m very touch about your comments Karen ! thanks you so much to have been part of my meets during my journey. my first day was not so easy , with this worse Australia accent soooo hard !! LoL and this new concept about your farm and bring babies animals in a school for educate kids , but , really I have no regret and it was a amazing… read more
18 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Marie)
Thank you Marie for staying with us for the time you did. It was lovely to meet you and learn more about you and your family. Marie is a hard worker who will give anything a go. She is not afraid to try new things, loves animals and children, and is lots of fun. Marie is excellent at cleaning the house, thank you so much, I don't think my house… read more
(Excellent
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10 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice)
Alice was an absolute delight to have in our home. She is a beautiful person who fitted in really well here with all that stayed while she was here. Thanks heaps for all your help Alice while you were here, it was much appreciated. I loved listening to your stories, and hearing about your family and life in Italy. It is definitely a place I will… read more
(Excellent
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10 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Victor)
Thanks Victor for staying with us and sharing your experiences on life and travel. It was a great help to have you in our home and enjoyed the experience. I am grateful for all the help yo gave, and the effort you put in to helping us all. I know there were some long hours and I really appreciated the effort made by you to help out. You gave… read more
(Excellent
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9 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Victor) for host
I had a wonderful time here, Karen is a wonderful person who shares her passion with us easily and makes us want to help her . Time passes super fast both on the farm and on the move, the animals are very endearing and if you stay long enough you can even start to know their names and their little personalities : D as good memories here where you… read more
10 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Yun-Ting & Shin-Yi)
These three girls are lovely young ladies who did their best in a crazy house. I really appreciated their effort and them trying to do new things that don't come easily. You girls gave everything a go, so well done and thanks heaps for all your help at feed times. I know this is a crazy time of the day but your help is always appreciated and… read more
(Very good
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10 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandra)
Alex and Sandi are two lovely young ladies who we enjoyed having in our home. They were a great help with the animals, and were great with the girls. They fitted in well with everything that needed to be done, and got stuck in and wasn't afraid to give it a go. Thanks heaps for all your help girls it was much appreciated. Sorry we never got a lot… read more
(Excellent
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10 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Christin)
Christin was a lovely fun person to have in our home for a few weeks. She loves the animals and did everything that was asked of her. She fitted in well with our children and enjoyed everyones company (I think). We loved having her in our home, enjoyed listening to her experiences of her life and how much she has done in it. Her travels and… read more
(Excellent
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22 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (NURIA & Lionel )
Nuria and Lionel were a lovely couple to have stay in our home with us. They fitted in well and did what was asked of them. It was lovely to meet them and to share some experiences with them in the short time they were with us.
Thanks for your time guys, I appreciate what you did for me and helping me out. All the best with your travels and stay… read more
Thanks for your time guys, I appreciate what you did for me and helping me out. All the best with your travels and stay… read more
(Excellent
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6 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (NURIA & Lionel ) for host
We stayed at Karen's farm for a few days and loved it. We loved looking after the baby animals, feeding and bathing them. We did other easy jobs too like a bit of cleaning the farm and fencing. Her husband and daughters are nice too. We enjoyed every night having a chat with Danielle, such a lovely girl. Karen is very passionate about her job and… read more
18 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Shi Hui)
Hello Shay, thank you so much for coming and staying with us at our place. Thanks heaps for all your help, your laughter, your love for the animals and the willing to learn more new things. I really appreciated all your help around both the house, the farm and while we worked with the animals at jobs. You did so well with all the children and your… read more
(Excellent
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4 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Shi Hui) for host
I had one of the most amazing time staying with Karen. I felt really comfortable during my whole stay and the animals are just so fun to work with. Definitely, one of the best experience I had in Australia so far! Karen is very busy with her work but she will always make an effort to check on you and make sure you are comfortable. The workload was… read more
10 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Leonie) for host
I had an amazing time with Karen!
I really liked the work with all the animals and I experienced a lot.
We did a lot of Travelling so I saw a few different places in Australia what was awesome. It was nice to see different schools, Childcare and shows, just the perfect job for me.
Karen and her family definitely makes me feel like home. It was… read more
I really liked the work with all the animals and I experienced a lot.
We did a lot of Travelling so I saw a few different places in Australia what was awesome. It was nice to see different schools, Childcare and shows, just the perfect job for me.
Karen and her family definitely makes me feel like home. It was… read more
4 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Leonie & Lea ) for host
We had a wonderful time at Karen's place and really enjoyed it!
We loved the work with the animals and living with them on their farm.
Karen is super busy but still made sure that we were all good and we really appreciated that!
It was an absolutely amazing experience and we would recommend it to anyone!
Thanks for having us again and good… read more
We loved the work with the animals and living with them on their farm.
Karen is super busy but still made sure that we were all good and we really appreciated that!
It was an absolutely amazing experience and we would recommend it to anyone!
Thanks for having us again and good… read more
3 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Leonie & Lea )
Lea and Leonie were two beautiful friendly girls who fitted in well to our house and family life. They seemed to enjoy the work and loved the animals. They worked hard at what they did and completed all jobs well. They were great with customers, animals, and all the travelling. They were happy young travellers who seemed to enjoy their time with… read more
(Excellent
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3 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Esben & Malene)
Thank you so much for coming to stay with us, albeit for such a short time I really appreciated your time with us and you changing your travelling plans to fit us in for a few days on your way south. It was our first time having a family stay with us, and was a great experience that we all enjoyed very much.
Everyone worked really well, the… read more
Everyone worked really well, the… read more
(Excellent
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7 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Esben & Malene) for host
We hadn’t planned to stay with Karen, but she contacted us after noticing us on the nearby workawayer map. We didn’t have much time to spend, but decided to go for a few days anyway, and we surely didn’t regret that decision!
Karen runs a traveling farm and there is always something that needs doing. The work was interesting and different from… read more
Karen runs a traveling farm and there is always something that needs doing. The work was interesting and different from… read more
3 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicole)
Nicole and Kai stayed with us for a short time but we enjoyed every minute of their time. We had a lot of laughs, conversations about all sorts, and they both fitted in really well with our family. They both got on really well with our teenage daughters, our older teenage daughter from exchange, and myself and husband. The information they both… read more
(Excellent
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4 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Nicole) for host
We only stayed at Karen's place for a bit over a week but we would always love to come back another time whenever we have more time in Australia. The work was mostly feeding the baby-animals, helping on an event with bathing the animals & looking after them, moving an electric fence, cutting firewood, ...
we really enjoyed our time there. the… read more
we really enjoyed our time there. the… read more
3 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Marit)
Marit was a beautiful person who fitted in really well to our family, joking and laughing with us, and we enjoyed her company. Marit did a lot of travelling with me which was great. She did really well with the long days, lots of travelling and keeping me awake while driving. Marit is a great asset to any workaway wanting to have a great time and… read more
(Excellent
)
16 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Alisa)
Elisa was a perfect workaway who fitted in perfectly with our family. She got on really well with our two daughters, worked hard, wasn't afraid to try new things, and gave anything a go.
We really enjoyed our time with her, even though it was short. She made us laugh and was very easy going.
I wish you all the best for the future and hopefully we… read more
We really enjoyed our time with her, even though it was short. She made us laugh and was very easy going.
I wish you all the best for the future and hopefully we… read more
(Excellent
)
19 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Ben & Jordan)
Ben and Jordan stayed with us for 3 weeks approximately, their time cut sadly short due to family issues back home. Ben and Jordan both as a couple and as individuals fitted into our house perfectly right from the start. They are two beautiful, caring and open minded people who were willing to give anything a go. They asked lots of questions and… read more
(Excellent
)
19 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Chiara) for host
I spent two great weeks at Karen's place and could have easily extended if I would have had more time. Karen was super busy most of the time so it was great to help her out and take a bit of work from her. The family in general is super nice and makes you feel very welcome. I'm glad I got to care about all those baby animals and learn how to… read more
18 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Chiara)
Chiara stayed with us for about 2 weeks and fitted in really well. I have learned a lot about being a vegan and the food she makes has been very yummy. Could even put weight on I think eating as you don't stop at just one yummy thing:-)
Chiara works really hard at anything put in front of her and does really well on long days with me and the… read more
Chiara works really hard at anything put in front of her and does really well on long days with me and the… read more
(Excellent
)
17 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeanne)
Hello Jeanne
Thank you for staying with us for the short time you were available. It was lovely to meet you and I am really happy you did manage to stay with us for some time. You were a great help at home with the house and the children, they loved you. You did a fantastic job at school with the animals and all the classes, it was a huge… read more
Thank you for staying with us for the short time you were available. It was lovely to meet you and I am really happy you did manage to stay with us for some time. You were a great help at home with the house and the children, they loved you. You did a fantastic job at school with the animals and all the classes, it was a huge… read more
(Excellent
)
13 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jeanne) for host
I really enjoyed my stay with Karen and her family! It was a great experience, all their animals are lovely, except maybe the gees but I still find them so funny aha :D and the girls are also funny and nice. I spent good moments !
Karen is a superwoman busy, she does really well and she would deserve some rest ! She takes care of everybody (if you… read more
Karen is a superwoman busy, she does really well and she would deserve some rest ! She takes care of everybody (if you… read more
7 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Stephanie)
Thank you Stephanie for your lovely review. I think about you often and wondered how the family was and hoped you were ok. I am so pleased you enjoyed your short stay here with us, I am just sorry for you it was cut short.
It was no worries at all to try and help you out, and I didn't mind driving you into town, it was the least I could do to… read more
It was no worries at all to try and help you out, and I didn't mind driving you into town, it was the least I could do to… read more
(Excellent
)
7 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Stephanie) for host
My stay at Karen's farm was a very cool experience! The animals were so cute and the family is very friendly.
Unfortunately my stay was cut very short (life happens) and I ended up leaving on a day that happened to be very busy and chaotic for Karen but she didn't even get upset with me, in fact she still took the time to talk to me and drive me… read more
Unfortunately my stay was cut very short (life happens) and I ended up leaving on a day that happened to be very busy and chaotic for Karen but she didn't even get upset with me, in fact she still took the time to talk to me and drive me… read more
26 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Sara & Sasha)
Sara and Sasha were wonderful workaway people. They fitted in very well to our family, and were very hard workers. They had way too many experiences while with us, from our family dog being put to sleep, us buying new farm animals, losing a few, seeing our neighbours puppies being born and of course the dreaded cyclone that slammed into Mackay for… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Sara & Sasha) for host
We had our first Workaway experience with the family. We got to spend a lot of time with the lovely animals and learn about their well being. We really enjoyed traveling together with Karen to work and see a lot of different places on the way. They are all wonderful and you really feel like a part of the family since they invite you to family… read more
19 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Emil Leth & Martin Krause)
Hello Emil and Martin,
Thank you both for staying with us, it was an absolute pleasure to get to know you both. You both fitted into our family perfectly, and were great with our two girls, animals, and were fantastic while we were travelling with all the babies. I know they were long days while working away, and you both were so very helpful I… read more
Thank you both for staying with us, it was an absolute pleasure to get to know you both. You both fitted into our family perfectly, and were great with our two girls, animals, and were fantastic while we were travelling with all the babies. I know they were long days while working away, and you both were so very helpful I… read more
(Excellent
)
16 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Emil Leth & Martin Krause) for host
We had our first Workaway experience with Karen and her family and we honestly couldn't have wished for a better family or a better stay. You'll be included in the family completely and you'll start to feel like a part of it before long. The work is awesome and you'll get to spend loads of time with amazingly cute baby animals and some overly… read more
22 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Xu) for host
hey Karen
I just wanna thank you and your family for having me just like I'm part of you. I enjoy the trips that we went on and the take away that we had while we were driving home.
You're lucky to have your two girls, they are absolutely beautiful and caring.
and the animals are just so cute and I hope they're all doing fabulous.
Take care… read more
I just wanna thank you and your family for having me just like I'm part of you. I enjoy the trips that we went on and the take away that we had while we were driving home.
You're lucky to have your two girls, they are absolutely beautiful and caring.
and the animals are just so cute and I hope they're all doing fabulous.
Take care… read more
2 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Xu)
Mary was a bright and bubbly young lady who was fun to travel with. Mary was not scared to give things a go, and tried her best at all she was asked to do. Her English is outstanding and you should be very proud of your hard work in this area.
I enjoyed our laughs while on the road Mary, it was much fun travelling with you.
You fitted in well… read more
I enjoyed our laughs while on the road Mary, it was much fun travelling with you.
You fitted in well… read more
(Excellent
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10 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Andreas & Nina) for host
Thank you Campbells for welcoming me so well in your family, I felt like home from the first secounds. I wish you and your animals all the best and would be happy to see a photo from Joe and Sock :)
11 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Andreas & Nina)
Thank you Nina for coming and staying on our farm and working with me. I know you struggled a lot with some of our customers, but I admire the love you have for the animals and their wellbeing. You were a good worker who fitted in well to our family. I wish you all the best with your travels and may you enjoy the rest of the time in Australia. By… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Emil)
Emil was a great asset to my farm while working away. It was great driving on our long drives,having company, and he was good with all my customers; even when at times it was trying with the heat. He fitted in well at home, having a laugh with my girls, and also enjoying some alone time in his room. Emil was a good hard worker and did a great job… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
Karen has the cutest baby animals. I never thought I would fall in love with a goat but they are just all so cuddly and sweet. Karen and her family are all easy to get along with and make you feel like part of the family. Although I did a lot of hard work I always got free time to chill at the pool or Karen would drop me off in town so I could… read more
11 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)
Emma is a beautiful young girl who fitted into our family perfectly. She was fantastic with the animals, went the extra mile in caring for them and stayed on longer so I could go on holiday with my family. Emma is a hard worker, learns quickly and has loads of common sense about her. I really enjoyed the time with Emma, I am just sorry I never had… read more
(Excellent
)
14 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Paula) for host
Had my first workaway experience at Karen's travelling farm, spend a couple of weeks travelling with the baby animals from Mackay to Cairns and Rockhampton and Bundaberg. I hadn't worked with animals before so learned lots about goats, sheep, alpacas, pigs and chooks. I think I didn't really realize that the travelling farm actually travels a… read more
9 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Augusta) for host
I had a wonderful stay with Karen and her lovely family; they made me feel very at ease and welcome in their home and in their everyday life. They're all very open and kind, and I really appreciated that, as a nervous first time work-awayer. The work is relatively easy and very rewarding, and Karen is very open and flexible about work/relax hours.… read more
8 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Augusta)
Hello Augusta.
Thank you so much for your time and effort while you were staying with us for a month. It was lovely meeting you and we really appreciated your time and effort in fitting in with our family, and getting to know you. Thank you for travelling with me to all different places, working with my baby animals, and being so great with the… read more
Thank you so much for your time and effort while you were staying with us for a month. It was lovely meeting you and we really appreciated your time and effort in fitting in with our family, and getting to know you. Thank you for travelling with me to all different places, working with my baby animals, and being so great with the… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Katie)
Hi Kate
Thank you for staying with us for nearly three weeks, it was lovely meeting you. Thank you so much for your help in tidying up the yard, bathing the animals, coming to work with me, and helping in the house. We enjoyed your company and our talks in the car while I was driving were good. Good luck with your ventures and new experiences.… read more
Thank you for staying with us for nearly three weeks, it was lovely meeting you. Thank you so much for your help in tidying up the yard, bathing the animals, coming to work with me, and helping in the house. We enjoyed your company and our talks in the car while I was driving were good. Good luck with your ventures and new experiences.… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Jakob)
Hello Jakob
Thank you for staying with us for nearly a month over Christmas, your birthday and New Years. It was great having you in our house and part of our family. I am pleased we got to celebrate these times with you.
I really appreciated your time and hard work. It was great travelling with you all those distances with the animals, having… read more
Thank you for staying with us for nearly a month over Christmas, your birthday and New Years. It was great having you in our house and part of our family. I am pleased we got to celebrate these times with you.
I really appreciated your time and hard work. It was great travelling with you all those distances with the animals, having… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Jakob) for host
I had the best stay at the Campbell's house, they really made me feel like a part of the family, were very helpful with everything and showed me around in the beautiful area they live in. It has been a pleasure and heaps of fun to travel with Karen and her animals, and working home with the family as well. I was with them for nearly a month, and… read more
1 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Hanna & Karsten)
Thanks a lot guys, it was lovely meeting the two of you and spending time with you both also. You are both hard working lovely people who have joined in with our family and our activities easily. I appreciate the time and effort you have both put in around our property and I am pleased you enjoyed your time working away with me and my… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Hanna & Karsten) for host
We had 2 awesome weeks with Karen, Richard and their two funny girls Ashleigh and Danielle. They included us very much into their family and we really felt like part of their family. It was interesting to see what Karen does when she goes on tour with her travelling Farm. It also didnt felt like real work when we helped them with a few things… read more
