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I'm Robin, I live in a gorgeous town (1.5 hours west of Melbourne - population 8k) I have had a workaway host profile some years back when I lived in the Dandenong ranges and hosted many backpackers. It was a wonderful experience. I live alone but am very close to everything in town.
Castlemaine is an arts precinct that nurtures its artists and musicians. I am involved with lots of people who care for the environmental and cultural growth of the town. Castlemaine is a goldfields town - there are lots of interesting walks. It's also super easy to get around. Everything is walking distance!
If you like live music, fun people, seeing kangaroos and native birds, I think you'll love Castlemaine. There are amazing bushwalks where you will definitely see kangaroo mobs - fyi they'll be checking you out too! If music and arts is your scene I can introduce you to those as well.
Accommodation - you will be staying in a spare room in the house - very comfortable double bed.
Food - I love to cook and make food to accomodate all tastes and dietary preferences/needs.
There is a train from Melbourne to Castlemaine. I can pick you up from the station.
I look forward to hearing stories from your travels and sharing my wonderful town with you.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Hiking
Yoga / Wellness
Self development
Movies & TV
DIY & crafts
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The gold rush in the 1850's was a significant time. Just walking around will give you a huge insight into the area. You will see what impacted the area and what is being done now to reinvigorate the landscape and wildlife.
The town has a fabulous precinct called The Mill, that has local cheese producers, a chocolatier, a bakery, a vintage market, local brewery and local coffee roasters. All set next to the Botanical gardens. It's a vibrant little spot.
The local pubs have live music - there's always something happening.
Help
I have a few projects that I'm starting. I'm spraypainting the back fence and would love a helping hand.
I also need help in the garden, as I'm planting trees and would like someone to help me dig. There are lots of odd jobs that we can work on together.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
3 bedroom weatherboard house that sits next to a national park - it is typical of the Australian bush. You will see kangaroos and a lot of bird life.
There is a shared bathroom.
Walk into town is less than 10 minutes
What else ...
Castlemaine is 1.5 hours on the train that leaves from Southern Cross Station. I can pick you up from the station
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
There's definitely space for a campervan. Easy to come inside to shower etc
Can possibly accept pets
Very well trained dogs who won't go after birds or native animals are fine with me.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
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Her garden is beautiful, and the people in the town are very friendly.
I would love to help her again if I have the chance.
There're many birds around the house and we were even able to feed some king parrots, which was very nice :)
Robin is a great cook, she makes very good and healthy food… read more
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Her garden is beautiful, and the people in the town are very friendly.
I would love to help her again if I have the chance.
There're many birds around the house and we were even able to feed some king parrots, which was very nice :)
Robin is a great cook, she makes very good and healthy food… read more
The work was easy, the food was great, the bird wildlife was amazing and Melbourne in general was awesome. My experience here will go unforgotten. I felt at home when i arrived. Robbin has some good stories to tell and offers great advice to any question you… read more
I hope I can see them soon
My best regards
Abdullah
