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Host rating
100 %
Last replied
28 Aug 2025
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100.0 %
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Description
I am a retired international high school teacher who spends most of his time making art, pottery, bonsai and jewellery. I live in a two bedroom unit with an overly friendly cat, in the suburb of Mount Gravatt, Brisbane. I would like someone to work five-twelve hours a week - but the timing is flexible.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I have taught English so I am happy to help with language acquisition, art activities and visiting art galleries.
Help
Some general gardening and cleaning and light maintenance.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Indonesian: Beginner
Accommodation
Single room in a two roomed unit. Shared bathroom.
What else ...
There is a pool on sight and a gym 200 metres away. Public transport is right outside the property and can take you to the city for shopping, galleries, and museums. Bush walking is also easily accessible.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
The bedroom has a desk and the internet connection is good
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
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Geoff was so thoughtful, incredibly easy to communicate with, and even prepared dinner with such warmth and care. The tasks were simple and straightforward — mostly helping with car… read more
On a more personal note, I thoroughly enjoyed chatting to Geoff about a variety of topics and he was knowledgeable about… read more
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Cultural exchange:
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Communication:
(5.0)
Geoff was so thoughtful, incredibly easy to communicate with, and even prepared dinner with such warmth and care. The tasks were simple and straightforward — mostly helping with car… read more
On a more personal note, I thoroughly enjoyed chatting to Geoff about a variety of topics and he was knowledgeable about… read more
Alex is very excited to be in Australia and to travel, meet new people and to experience life.
He is moderately new to manual labour, but was always willing to give… read more
