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Description
Annette, Kim and Blue (the dog) live in a spacious free-flowing home, surrounded by trees. It is a quiet, leafy suburb about 15 minutes by public transport from the Brisbane CBD. Brisbane is a lovely city that offers a relaxed lifestyle with everything within a short walk or a bike ride away – libraries, galleries, theatres, parks, climbing cliffs, the river and cafes.
Our current project is landscaping a section of our property. You will be helping Kim with relocating pavers, removing weeds, reworking garden beds, laying stepping stones, cleaning outdoor walls, laying turf. Kim will lead the project. Sometimes you will work side by side with him; other times he will instruct you then leave you to it. The project will suit someone who is fit, physically strong and capable, and likes being outside.
We live a healthy life and love the Workaway community for how it has connected us with some wonderful people —many of whom have become friends that we stay in touch with. Annette loves yoga and Kim loves to share his knowledge of birds and plants.
The win-win nature of Workaway exchange allows us to achieve some really valuable things while enjoying a cultural exchange with travellers along the way.
It is an advantage if you have Workaway feedback on your profile.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
House & pet sitting
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We offer openness to others from all backgrounds and have hosted exchange students, travellers and many Workawayers over the years. All visitors have had a great time, and keep up the connections long after their stays. As avid travellers and hikers within Australia and New Zealand, we are well resourced with real experiences of much of Australia and NZ to share with you.
Help
Available now: Our current project is landscaping a section of our property. You will be helping Kim with relocating pavers, removing weeds, reworking garden beds, laying stepping stones, cleaning outdoor walls, laying turf. Kim will lead the project. Sometimes you will work side by side with him; other times he will instruct you then leave you to it. The project will suit someone who is fit, physically strong and capable, and likes being outside.
We always strive to give our Workawayers a positive cultural experience. We are interested in you and your ambitions and interests, and we make sure you leave enriched from your experience of staying with us.
So, if you are good at physical outdoor work, and if you love healthy food and sustainable living, please apply.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
We offer a separate, light-filled, well-ventilated room, on the upper level, overlooking the back garden. Furnished with a double bed and desk. It has an adjoining bathroom, for your exclusive use. We cook both vegetarian food and meat dishes.
What else ...
Time off options are really unlimited. There is so much to do in and around Brisbane. Our public transport system is very efficient and inexpensive. We have bush walking options, Toohey Forrest and Whites Hill Reserve (offering regular koala sightings) within a small walking distance from our home. A short bus ride will take you to South Bank for swimming, open air movies, food and buskers.
Previous visitors have loved the ease of access.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Blue
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They’re truly kind people, don’t hesitate to visit them!
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They’re truly kind people, don’t hesitate to visit them!
She worked very diligently as she systematically cleaned all the windows and blinds in our house. Thank you Morane!
We shared a lovely day at the coast together with Blue, our dog ,and her… read more
Annette and Kim made me love learning English, traveling, and learning about different cultures. They were both very kind to me when I gave them trouble. Everything was new to me and fun. i always wanna back there! Thank you so much!!
With Blue (the Dog) on their side, they know how to let you feel very comfortable and let you be a part of their family.
Kim invited us to a trip to Springbrook Nationalpark which was so beautiful!!
Both invited us to a barbecue party of their friends to… read more
Our stay with Annette, Kim, Ginger and Blue, was only a short 4 days, (due to Covid… read more
It was an amazing experience. I think I could not have found a better work-away.
Annette and her family have been wonderful with me. They are welcoming and very kind.
We had great conversations and during my off days we visited great places together. I also spent a lovely Christmas with… read more
They live in a very nice house surrounded by a delightful garden full of native plants and birds.
The area, Holland Park, is very convenient, rather close to CBD. You just… read more
She takes initiative and completes tasks without needing a lot of direction. She was respectful of our home and family, yet relaxed and able to fit in. We shared some fun outings and great conversations together.
Due to her… read more
I participated in a spring clean of the house. None of the work was difficult or strenuous, but a fair half day and… read more
If you want to feel like you belong to an Australian family you have to come here, you won’t regret it. Kim is a wise person who is always ready to talk about everything and show you amazing places (we enjoy a lot the excursions to the rainforest and to Moreton Bay).
Annette has always a smile on her face… read more
