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Fun loving family is waiting for your help in Magical Mangawhai, New Zealand

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Last activity : 11 Jan 2026

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We're a lively family of 3 living in Mangawhai Heads, 90-minutes drive north from Auckland. We absolutely love hosting workawayers!

Right now, we are on the lookout for someone to help at home with various tasks including child minding, household chores and tending to the garden.

Our place is conveniently located in Mangawhai near stunning beaches, picturesque parks, local markets and an amazing chocolate shop!

In exchange for five hours of help each day, we offer an amazing Kiwi Experience, delicious food, and a cozy cabin with WIFI

I am a busy mom juggling a full-time job as an Administration Assistant. I have two vibrant girls aged 13 and 11 who keep me on my toes and enjoy socialising, arts and crafts, playing games, guitar and sports.

We would love to welocme someone new into our home for the rest of the school holidays and we look forward to hearing from you!
Types of help and learning opportunities

Light gardening

Animal Care

Babysitting and creative play

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Help around the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

Learn about Kiwi Culture, great opportunity to work in a different environment, make new friends and enjoy new experiences. Improve your English.
Projects involving children

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

We are looking for a female that can help out at home and assist with minding our two daughters aged 13 & 11.
Languages spoken

German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Accommodation

Homestay - Own cabin with single bed and shared bathroom facilities.
What else ...

Mangawhai Cliff Top walk, local beaches, walking, biking, swimming, kayaking, Bennett's Chocolate Factory, Weekly Farmer's Market,
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
Can host digital nomads

This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans

This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?

One
My animals / pets

Host ref number: 392345953995

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2 Oct 2024

Left by Workawayer (Mac) for host

Staying with Zoey, Hope, and Naomi was not only my first workaway experience, but also one of my first NZ experiences, and boy did it treat me well! I stayed with them for 2 weeks and had the most fun time getting in tune with my younger self when hanging out with the girls (crafting, playing music, goofing off). I also loved the peaceful … read more

(Excellent )

24 Apr 2023

Left by Workawayer (Henrike) for host

I really enjoyed my stay in Mangawhai! The natural surroundings were lovely, and spending time with Zoey and her family was a delight. The work was well-balanced, and I was able to take rest when needed. Hope and Naomi were an absolute blast, and I had a lot of fun spending time with them. I also loved working in the garden and being surrounded by … read more

(Excellent )

23 Apr 2023

Left by host for Workawayer (Henrike)

We have been delighted to host and get to know Rike over the past two weeks over the autumn school holidays. From the outset, she fitted very easily into our family and connected with our girls aged 12 & 10. They have had a lovely time at home together crafting, playing games, swimming and connecting. Rike is an amazing cook, was helpful around … read more

(Excellent )

9 Mar 2023

Left by Workawayer (Maria) for host

Zoey, Jakob, Hope and Naomi were my first Hostfamily ever, and I couldn't have gotten a better one. I was so nervous, but they welcomed me into their family with open arms and open hearts. The girls were lovely, the food was great and so was the atmosphere. Highly recommend Zoey's family, especially to first time travellers.
Thank you for letting … read more

(Excellent )

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2 Oct 2024

Left by Workawayer (Mac) for host

(Excellent)

24 Apr 2023

Left by Workawayer (Henrike) for host

(Excellent)

23 Apr 2023

Left by host for Workawayer (Henrike)

(Excellent)

9 Mar 2023

Left by Workawayer (Maria) for host

(Excellent)

18 Feb 2021

Left by Workawayer (Misaki) for host

Zoey, Jacob, Hope,& Naomi

I’m sorry that I didn’t write feedback even though I left your place 2 weeks before.

First of all, thank you so much for accepting me and an amazing time!!
I stayed with them for a month on January and I already miss the time of jumping in the pool with the two girls at 8pm, dinner time, and naughty lambs...

Although I … read more

(Excellent)

9 Nov 2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Julie)

We recently hosted Julie for 3 1/2 weeks throughout the Spring Holidays this year. From the very outset our family warmed to Julie, she has a big beautiful smile, is positive, outgoing, understanding and super helpful. She integrated and fitted into our family perfectly and if we could have kept her longer we would have!! Throughout her time with … read more

(Excellent)

21 Oct 2019

Left by Workawayer (Julie) for host

I want to recommend this host family deeply. I felt welcomed and at home from the first minute. They made sure that I'm happy & took me on nice activities which I'm truly thankful for! The tasks were easy and the girls are really well behaved and funny so that it's a pleasure to spend time with them :) The dinner was amazing and I had a lot of … read more

(Excellent)

5 Apr 2019

Left by Workawayer (Hatsune) for host

I stayed Zoe's family for 2 weeks and it was one of the best experiences. Zosy is so frendly and hart-warming person which she always introduced me to everyone so I had chance to meet a dones of people and also she took me on trip to join the sport event. I did little house work every weekdays not hard work for me and in my free time I could … read more

(Excellent)

14 Feb 2019

Left by Workawayer (Katrin) for host

My stay with Jackob, Zoe, Hope, Naomi was truly amazing, the food was great (I loved the dinners), the work was not too much, the surroundings really beautyfull. I had great opportunities for exploring by bike the free time activities close to their home and felt in love with Mangawhai Heads. I felt from the first moment very welcomed when Zoe … read more

(Excellent)

16 Jan 2019

Left by Workawayer (Léanne) for host

Zoey and her family was really welcoming and friendly. Zoey wanted me to be comfortable and made me feel like a member of the family since the first moment. She wanted to make sure that I wouldn’t work more than 5 hours a day and I had plenty of time to enjoy myself in the neighborhood or in town. She was very flexible on the schedule and I could … read more

(Excellent)

11 Nov 2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Charlotte)

We hosted Charlotte in the recent school holidays. From the outset she was a real delight to have in our home. In fact she was like a daughter for us and big sister to our girls! She was very easy to host, helpful at all times, calm and caring. We would have no hesitation in recommending her to other hosts if they are looking for someone to care … read more

(Excellent)

19 Oct 2018

Left by Workawayer (Charlotte) for host

I spent two and a half incredible weeks with Zoey Jakob Hope and Naomi. They made me feel welcome from the very first moment and I couldn't have asked for a better start for my journey. I had plenty of time to explore the beautiful area that they are living in and really enjoyed the activities that we did together. Taking care of Hope and Naomi … read more

(Excellent)

22 Mar 2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Melanie)

We had the pleasure of hosting Melanie recently in our home in Mangawhai. On her arrival we warmed to her immediately, she was very cheerful, warm and willing to help out in anyway. She did a great job of taking care of the children but also willingly helped out with all other household duties which included spring cleaning, cooking, baking and … read more

(Excellent)

4 Feb 2017

Left by Workawayer (Meghan) for host

What a wonderful first experience for me. I stayed 12 days in the family of Zoey and what a great opportunity for me to discover the kiwis way of life.
I was immediately comfortable and I did not consider this workaway as a job but more like a visit to member of your family that you havn't seen in a while !
The girls are really energetic and so … read more

(Excellent)

2 Dec 2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Lena & Leon)

We had the pleasure of hosting Lena at our home recently in Mangawhai. It was delightful getting to know her and again such a shame she couldn't stay with us for longer! She was very helpful with our girls and also helped considerably around the home! Thank you Lena again for your help! We hope you enjoy your time travelling throughout NZ and then … read more

(Excellent)

27 Nov 2016

Left by Workawayer (Lena & Leon) for host

I stayed a few days with zoeys family and it was a good time for me. The kids are very cute and they have a lot of power. From the first day i felt very welcome. zoey is such a warmhearted person. The work was not hard and the family are open if you would like to do something. But normaly you work a little bit in the morning and three hours in the … read more

(Excellent)

30 Nov 2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Elena)

We had the pleasure of hosting Elli recently in our home in Mangawhai. On her arrival we warmed to her immediately, she was very cheerful, warm and willing to help out in anyway. She did a great job of taking care of the children but also willingly helped out with all other household duties, spring cleaning and organising. We would have loved to … read more

(Excellent)

24 Nov 2016

Left by Workawayer (Elena) for host

I had my first workaway experience with the family and couldn't have asked for a better start!
They live in wonderfull, charming Mangawhai and are such a warmly, helpful family! The girls are such little cuties and I really hope to see them again! Thanks for this great experience :) Elli

(Excellent)

7 Nov 2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Kimberly)

Hi there,
Last week we have had the pleasure of hosting Kimberly in our home. On her arrival we warmed to her immediately and our girls aged 6 and 4 felt instantly comfortable with her. Throughout her week with us she went above and beyond what was expected of her. From the outset she was willing and extremely helpful at all times. Not only did … read more

(Excellent)

31 Oct 2016

Left by Workawayer (Kimberly) for host

I had a wonderful time staying with Zoey, Jakob, Hope and Naomi! I couldn't have wished for a better place to stay or a more amazing family to stay with! I felt incredibly welcome and enjoyed every minute of my time in beautiful Mangawhai. My "job" ( didn't feel like work) was to take care of Hope and Naomi and do some work in and around the … read more

(Excellent)

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Fun loving family is waiting for your help in Magical Mangawhai, New Zealand

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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

Projects involving children

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Accommodation

What else ...

A little more information

Can host digital nomads

Space for parking camper vans

How many Workawayers can stay?

My animals / pets

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