Come and help with our family farm in Inverloch, Victoria, Australia

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  • Last activity: 7 Dec 2023

Availability

  2024 

 Min stay requested: at least a week

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a family on a small farm in Inverloch Victoria, in the beautiful South Gippsland area. We are focusing on building our farm to be more sustainable and supportive of our family's food needs. We do not sell produce, but we want to become self-sufficient and produce enough food for our family and more. We already have a substantial vegie patch, orchard and berry patch but want to achieve much more.

    We have two children 11 and 9 and they love the farm life. Our farm is about 10 acres and we currently have alpacas, sheep, goats, chickens, plus a whippet dog. It's a quiet and peaceful area and only a few kms to the beach and town. Inverloch is well known and very popular for surfing, fishing and other water activities.

    We are looking for help with farm projects, working in the veggie garden, orchard, berry patch, building a greenhouse, tractor work etc. General farm activities. We'd prefer to stay at least 2 weeks minimum. We are willing to assist with transport or even pickup from Melbourne if required. We will welcome an individual or couple, and provide all meals and accommodation. You will work mostly alongside and with us on our various projects.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Farmstay help
    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 are a friendly family and can offer you a experience of living on a rural farm in beautiful countryside, as part of an Australian family. We'd love you to share some of your knowledge, experience, language and culture with us.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

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

  • Help

    Help

    General farm work including fire wood, tractor work, fencing etc.

    Garden building. New garden beds, composting, mulching etc

    Garden maintenance. Weeding, planting, lawn mowing, brushcutting.

    Project work. New deck, landscaping of outside areas.

  • 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

    You will stay in a self-contained unit with shared bathroom and toilet. You will have your own TV and fast internet using Starlink. It is very comfortable and roomy.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Inverloch is a seaside town located in Victoria, Australia. It is located 143km south east of Melbourne via the South Gippsland Highway. Inverloch is a popular tourist destination, particularly for swimming, kitesurfing and windsurfing at the calm waters of Anderson Inlet. Fishing and surfing are also popular.

    The protected waters of Anderson Inlet make the coastal town a favourite holiday spot. Swimmers, water sports enthusiasts and surfers flock to the beaches during warmer months, while the surrounding walks and drives make the village a popular year-round destination.

  • 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

    Super-fast internet by Starlink

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    We have plenty of space for campervans or motorhomes

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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    Hours expected

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

Host ref number: 428339241972

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