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Host rating
80 %
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Last replied
12 Feb 2026
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Min stay requested: at least a week
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Description
Hi I have a renovated bungalow and small garden on Birkenhead Point. It is a few minutes walk to the Ferry; quick cruise into downtown Auckland city. Up the hill, you will find great cafes and bush walks. At the end of the street are steps down to Little Shoal Bay - perfect for swimming at high tide. So close to the city, yet so peaceful. I work in mixed media/multi media/live shows/VFX and work from my office at home. Sometimes I am extraordinarily busy and other times I am waiting for projects to start. I have a house/garden to maintain with a few projects that I am working on.
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Types of help and learning opportunities
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Help around the house
Light maintenance
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I am currently writing a book. I am also a mixed media/multi media designer/producer/director and I work from home. I am involved in art and image projects large and small. I am endlessly curious about image and manipulation. I would enjoy discussing this with those that have an interest. I am curious about people and their experiences. I have just spent two years living in Italy and Mexico.
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Help
I have a number of small projects on around the house. I need to clear the basement out. I also have a full attic that needs clearing—this will require carrying boxes up and down attic stairs. I want to dig some plants out and I have small home repairs: painting a room, some plastering and general spring cleaning.
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Languages spoken
English: Fluent
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Accommodation
A very nice double room with a queen bed. French doors onto a private courtyard. Lovely bathroom with a deep bath and shower that you sometimes might share with one other. I will provide food and will cook dinner and lunches - if I am around. Otherwise, I will leave food for you to cook yourselves.
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What else ...
There are many ways to enjoy Auckland: beaches, hiking, sight seeing. I will be able to recommend places to go and how to get there depending on your interests. I am minutes from the Ferry which takes right into downtown Auckland or on to Waiheke Island. There are hikes close by or a bus trip away. You can swim at the bottom of the street or travel to other beaches.
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Internet access
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Limited internet access
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We have pets
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We are smokers
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Can host families
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How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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I also got a lot of good recommendations … read more
Romola has a wealth of knowledge and has experienced the most amazing things in the arts world in various parts of the world. In exchange for spring cleaning her home i got to listen to all her adventures.
We shared many conversations whilst enjoying healthy and delicious food.
Romola thank you … read more
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I also got a lot of good recommendations … read more
Romola has a wealth of knowledge and has experienced the most amazing things in the arts world in various parts of the world. In exchange for spring cleaning her home i got to listen to all her adventures.
We shared many conversations whilst enjoying healthy and delicious food.
Romola thank you … read more
