This image shows the exterior of a white house with black trim and shingles. There are multiple windows, a slanted roof, and some visible electrical wires.
Wooden steps descend through lush green vegetation towards a rocky beach, with coastal cliffs, wildflowers, and small islands visible under a cloudy sky. Serene scene.
A scenic coastal view with lush green grass, sandy beach, and rocky outcrops. Gentle ocean waves roll in under a cloudy sky at sunset.
A man works on exposed wall wiring during a home renovation. Insulation lies on the floor, tools and materials are scattered, and unfinished surfaces surround him.
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Experience NZ Lifestyle we will make you very welcome in New Plymouth, New Zealand

Availability

  2026 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a couple .. and looking to exchange lodging and meals in return for the preparation and painting of part of a weatherboard house .. you must have knowledge of preparation and painting . we live in New Plymouth Taranaki close to the sea and many beautiful scenic walks ..we are a friendly relaxed couple who would make you very welcome in return for honest hours of work .

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    DIY and building projects
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Self development
    Movies & TV
    Fashion or beauty
    Events & social
    Culture
    Charity work
    Music
    Gardening
    Cooking & food
    Art & design
    Winter sports
    Yoga / Wellness
    Outdoor activities
    Nature
    Mountain
    Hiking
    Fitness
    Cycling
    Camping
    Beach
    Adventure sports
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Relaxed home environments.. introduce you to our community.. bike riding hiking fishing .. share our culture and meals make you very welcome
    We enjoy meeting different nationalities.. and learning about different cultures we can share our culture

  • Help

    Help

    Preparation and Painting of exterior soffit and weatherboards on a small house .. approximately 3weeks partime help . We will be working with you .. must have a good understanding of preparation and painting standard .. we would make you very welcome

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    A separate bedroom with shared bathroom .. welcome to share meals in our family home .. we are a married couple no children living at home

  • 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

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

Host ref number: 369158134683

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Photos

Wooden steps descend through lush green vegetation towards a rocky beach, with coastal cliffs, wildflowers, and small islands visible under a cloudy sky. Serene scene.
A scenic coastal view with lush green grass, sandy beach, and rocky outcrops. Gentle ocean waves roll in under a cloudy sky at sunset.
A man works on exposed wall wiring during a home renovation. Insulation lies on the floor, tools and materials are scattered, and unfinished surfaces surround him.
This image shows the exterior of a white house with black trim and shingles. There are multiple windows, a slanted roof, and some visible electrical wires.

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