A woman with gray hair is gently holding a brown sheep with a red halter in a metal pen. Other sheep are drinking water nearby.
A wide, grassy field stretches towards the horizon with scattered trees, gentle hills, dramatic cloud patterns in a blue sky, and distant forests under sunlight.
Three goats stand on grassy ground, two eating and one looking at the camera. Tree stumps, a tree, and a fenced field are in the background.
A fluffy sheep with a blue halter stands on green grass, chewing straw. The background features fencing, trees, and the number "102" near its feet.
A white and black French Bulldog on a leash stands on grass, curiously facing a brown sheep, while another white sheep stands further away watching.
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The image shows a woman holding a small object, with a fenced field and trees in the background. She has short gray hair and is wearing a dark jacket.
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Experience farm life in in West Gippsland, Victoria, Australia

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  • Description

    Description

    Hi, I’m a retired TEFL teacher living in the Strzlecki ranges in West Gippsland. I have approx 25 acres of farming land and several projects on the go including gardening and raising heritage breed sheep. My property is surrounded by native wildlife (especially birds) and has beautiful views to the mountains. My sons live in nearby towns and often drop in for a meal with my grandchildren. I enjoy gardening, growing my own veggies and herbs and love to cook. There are lots of things that I need help with including animal care, fencing and general lawns and garden maintenance. All help appreciated and I’m looking forward to meeting travellers and making new friendships.
    I have Heritage breed Wiltshire Horn and Old English Babydoll sheep, chickens, ducks, alpaca and 2 dogs
    Our French Bulldog is Miss Reggie and she is always in need of pats and cuddles with some occasional overnight dog-sitting.
    Lambing season for 2026 will commence mid July - mid September so anyone with sheep experience or willing to learn and get their hands dirty is most welcome!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Light gardening
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
    House & pet sitting
  • Interests

    Interests

    Movies & TV
    Pets
    Vegetarian or vegan
    Farming
    Culture
    Events & social
    Charity work
    Plant care
    Gardening
    DIY & crafts
    Cooking & food
    Art & design
    Architecture
    Animals
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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    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

    I’m a qualified (retired) English TESOL/TEFL teacher and I’m happy to help with English language. We are situated in the countryside and can offer day trips and sightseeing. I love to cook (and eat) so we could share cooking and recipes over a glass of wine. This is a small hobby farm with Old English and Wiltshire Horn sheep. It's a great opportunity to live with the locals and help out. We are close (1.5hours by train) to Melbourne and commuting is easy. I can take you to and from the train station and also into town for shopping and cafes when we are going in. I have 2 E-bikes that you can use.

  • Help

    Help

    Lawn mowing and general yard maintenance would be appreciated. If you can sand, paint, chop wood, pull weeds and enjoy spending time outdoors then this might be for you. There’s always gardening to be done. Cleaning out chicken coops and feeding and collecting eggs. Feeding sheep and keeping sheep yards clean and tidy.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Italian: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    I’m a retired TEFL teacher and love to explore languages. I’m trying to learn Italian but I’m not very good.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You will have a private bedroom with a double bed and use of the second family bathroom, shared if others are here but to yourself if it’s just me at home. I’m happy to cook every day but equally happy for you to cook (I will buy the groceries). There is a shared TV /lounge room. There is a TV for you to use in the bedroom as well.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    There are lots of mountain experiences nearby, we are 150 km east of Melbourne by train and 5 kilometres from the train station. I can take you in to town and pick you up from shopping, train etc. I am easy-going and live a quiet life, enjoying my farm and retirement. I am a non smoker (you can smoke outside) and I enjoy a wine socially. It’s great to meet people from all over the world and connect and make friendships.

  • 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

    Good wifi available.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Campervans are accepted but your own toilet and shower would need to be provided. I don’t have a separate toilet facility for camping.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Ducks Sir Francis Drake & girls

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The image depicts a kookaburra perched on a tree branch, gazing to the left, with its beak slightly open, set against a backdrop of lush greenery and a clear sky.
The image depicts a serene landscape with rolling hills, a tranquil body of water, and a clear sky, evoking a sense of peace and natural beauty. The scene is devoid of human activity.
The image depicts a vibrant red parrot perched on a branch, showcasing its striking plumage and long tail feathers, set against a blurred background of greenery.
The image depicts a table with a variety of food items, including pasta, bread, and vegetables, arranged in a visually appealing manner, likely for a social media post or advertisement.
The image depicts a serene landscape with rolling hills, trees, and a body of water, evoking a sense of natural beauty and tranquility. The scene is likely a park or a forest.
The image shows a woman holding a small object, with a fenced field and trees in the background. She has short gray hair and is wearing a dark jacket.
The image depicts a garden bed with a raised edge, featuring a rectangular shape and a flat bottom, surrounded by a lawn area with a few trees and bushes.

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