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Description
Permaculture small farm on 1 acre [0.4Ha]. Strawbale house and converted stables. Ian and I are 60-something years old with adult children who live nearby. We eat from our garden and other local food every day. Lots of birds and kangaroos. We are in an emerging eco-neighbourhood on the edge of the vibrant town of Castlemaine, and 5km from train station with easy access to Melbourne. Lots of great walks and cycle rides. Great network of earthy people in the area.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
HORTICULTURE - We are happy to share our knowledge about orchard and veg production, as long as you are willing to get your hands dirty.
FOOD PROCESSING - Learn to cook with local ingredients and preserve foods and make fermented foods such as kefir, sauerkraut and condiments.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - We can also talk about how we are building up community relationships in an area where there are many new houses and new residents.
Projects involving children
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Help
Help us with harvesting - and eating - fruit and vegetables this autumn. Daily routines like watering, harvesting produce and preparing gardens for winter crops. We are experienced and happy to train you as long as you are willing to get your hands dirty. You can learn to preserve foods and make fermented foods such as kefir, sauerkraut and kombucha. You would also work with us to help our neighbours in their gardens as well. Firewood collecting and compost making occasionally. Pruning and caring for fruit trees. Mulching.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Accommodation
You have your own hand-built wooden tiny house with sleeping loft, desk and chair. We share a kitchen and many outdoor living spaces. Usually a Futon. Optional compost toilet and basic bathroom facilities.
What else ...
We are on the edge of the vibrant town of Castlemaine, one of Australia's most Eco-conscious towns, and 5km from station with easy access to Melbourne. Lots of great walks and cycle rides. We can lend you a bicycle and recommend walks and cafes. Also small independent cinema in town, and many music venues; open every day.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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She quickly adapted to our life style, helping to harvest and prepare food from the garden, saving water, using a compost toilet, planting trees. Mija is very friendly, open minded, curious, -a very positive person who is always ready to join in.
Good fun, very intelligent,… read more
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She quickly adapted to our life style, helping to harvest and prepare food from the garden, saving water, using a compost toilet, planting trees. Mija is very friendly, open minded, curious, -a very positive person who is always ready to join in.
Good fun, very intelligent,… read more
