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Beach side family welcomes you in Newcastle, Australia

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  2025 

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a family with 3 teens and 2 dogs. We live near the beach in Newcastle.We have a spare room and would love to host people who can help us around the house and with the dogs. Pool maintenance also appreciated.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Elderly Companionship
    Gardening
    Animal Care
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Politics / Social justice
    Pets
    Movies & TV
    Culture
    Charity work
    Performing arts
    Plant care
    Languages
    History
    DIY & crafts
    Animals
    Dancing
    Beach
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We can practice English and include you in our daily activities. We can take you to the beach, help you get oriented in Australia & include you in our family activities. We love meeting people from around the world and learning new things. Our kitchen is not halal or kosher but we welcome all visitors.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

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

  • Help

    Help

    Laundry, gardening, mopping, chores,Elder companionship nvolves hanging out with my father when we are also home. This might be watching TV with him or chatting to him. We can either offer a stay without food in return for 15 hours a week help, or 25 hours including food. Most tasks are flexible in terms of when they can be done eg if you want to go the beach in the morning that is encouraged!

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    French: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We have a spare room with a king single, TV, WiFi. Shared facilities

    We have cereal and toast for breakfast & can include you in our dinner if you would like food provided.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Bus and train are nearby. We can collect you if you arrive outside office hours.

  • 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

    We have NBN WiFi available ,with unlimited downloads. It is just a regular household account though.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    You can park in our drive

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    Dogs

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

Host ref number: 428371829965

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The image depicts a backyard with a pool, surrounded by a metal fence, featuring a flag hanging on the gate, and a house and trees in the background.
The image depicts a small, one-story house with beige siding, white trim, and a green roof, featuring a window and a concrete sidewalk in front of a lush lawn and tree.
The image shows two women posing for a selfie at a stadium, with a large screen and crowd visible in the background, likely during a sporting event.
The image depicts a cozy bedroom with a single bed, a window, and a desk, featuring a mix of furniture and textiles in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image depicts a serene beach scene with a sandy shore, gentle waves, and a tree in the foreground, set against a blue sky with wispy clouds.
The image depicts a garden bed with plants and a hose, situated in front of a house with cream-colored siding and white trim.
The image depicts a gray dog with a blue collar lying on a couch with a red, green, and tan patterned fabric. The dog is resting its head on the arm of the couch.
The image depicts a living room with a dog lying on a rug, a TV on a dresser, and a person\'s legs in the foreground.

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