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Description
We are an Australian family of four who live in suburban Hobart, on the edge of the bush. We both work and have two primary-school aged children. We also have a big hairy dog who is very friendly and lovable. In our spare time we like to go on bushwalks (usually short ones!), visit local beaches, or putt around in our little boat. We would be happy to take you with us on short outings.
We have a modern, well insulated home with stunning views. There are walking tracks and mountain bike tracks through the bush behind our home. Our home is about 15 minutes into central Hobart by car, and we have a bus stop about 100m from our door.
We are a non-smoking home.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Animal Care
Babysitting and creative play
Help around the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We lived in Japan for more than 5 years and know it can be hard to meet locals when in another country. Stay with us and you will get to know local Australians who know their way around Tasmania.
Projects involving children
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Help
We need help with general housekeeping, gardening and sometimes some child minding during the school holidays.
Help around the house might involve cleaning windows, vacuuming (lots of dog hair!), laundry, sweeping out the garage, mopping the floor, etc.
Gardening work might involve spreading some mulch, weeding the paths and the veggie patch, planting seedlings, and perhaps work on the lawn (spread some top soil and sprinkle some lawn seed).
Our kids are fairly independent but too young to be left alone for a whole day. They would love to have someone around who likes board games (especially chess), creative play (drawing and painting), and who will kick a ball and fly a drone with them! We often work from home but can't entertain the kids while we are meant to be working.
If you like dogs, and are comfortable with a very big dog, you could take our dog for a walk in the mornings.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Japanese: Intermediate
Hebrew: Beginner
Accommodation
Our spare bedroom is large and has a double sofa bed, desk, a TV, and a clothes rack. The room has a heater and views of Mount Wellington.
Workawayers would have exclusive use of the main bathroom.
Vegetarian travellers are welcomed.
What else ...
A bus runs from our neighbourhood into the centre of Hobart, where you can explore the docks, museums, and history. Other highlights of Hobart include numerous bushwalking tracks on both sides of the river, an extensive cycle network along the river, and great food.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
We have a level space in our front yard where a small campervan could be parked.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
22-25 hours a week preferably on weekdays
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