Family living on a farm on a farm in Mangonui in the Northlands, New Zealand

Availability

  2024 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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  • Description

    Description

    Hi there, my name is Glen and my family and I live on a farm in Mangonui in the Northlands. I have a full time job and I love to spend time with my children, which sometimes makes that I get a bit behind on the farm. I think it's a good idea to get some workawayers over here to help me out a little bit, while I provide accomodation and teach you whatever you want to know about living and working on a farm! There are plenty of jobs to do here, big and small, heavy and light work - together we can figure out which jobs suit you! If you are experienced in any of the jobs, nice! If not, not a problem at all. I can teach you.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    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

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We're close to Doubtless Bay which offers endless exploring, walks, fishing & great fish 'n chips! Mangonui is only 10 mins away and is one of NZ beautiful coastal settlements with a small supermarket, cafes, historic pub & small bouquet shops.

    Tourist mostly come to this area for a visit to Cape Reinga, see the Kauri trees, visit the Rainbow Warrior Memorial and Waitangi Treaty grounds. There are many awesome tracks to do around here like The Dukes Nose, Saint Pauls and Cape Brett!

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    As I said, experience is not mandatory. Almost all of these jobs can be taught pretty quickly.

    Macadamia orchard
    - pruning
    - weed control
    - fertilizer
    - picking
    - drying
    - cracking
    - sorting
    - storing

    Animals
    - pigs (feed, check mud bath)
    - hens (feed, collect eggs)
    - dogs (feed, walk)
    - sheep (sheer, move)
    - cows (move)
    - horses (they love a brush every once in a while!)
    - fencing

    Other
    - pine tree pruning
    - weed control in the veggie garden
    - mowing the lawn
    - building/house maintenance
    - cooking
    - cleaning

    Anything else that comes up... I'm open for your ideas and suggestions as well. The activities on the farm aren't commercial, we use the products ourselves and give some of the macadamias & eggs to our friends and family.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    The property is a brand new house & small farm. There is room to park your campervan if you have one, but we also have a queen bed available in a private room. So there will be space for an individual or a couple + maybe even more in case you have a van.

    The house has everything you need and more. There is a pool, spa, woodburner outside & in to keep you warm - eventhough it doesn't get really cold here in the far north. On the rainy days you can curl up in the big comfy chairs for a Netflix marathon or xBox session!

    I'll be honest, I'm not the best cook. Don't expect restaurant quality food... I'll try my best though! For me it would also work if you spend some of the working time on cooking dinner!

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    There is no public transport in this area so it's recommended to have your own vehicle. We are a non smoker family, so no smoking inside please.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • ...

    Hours expected

    Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week, or negotionable

Host ref number: 352399323138

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