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Hi there,
Thanks for visiting my profile, nice to meet you! I have a space from 10 SEPTEMBER TO 7 OCTOBER. (otherwise we will be lookng at January 2026 but it is too early to think that far ahead)
I’ll tell you a bit about us in a moment but first off in summary we’d love to hear from you if
-you are great with social media, editing reels, or Wordpress (Website editing), that would be amazing!
- you love cooking and are creative (and healthy) in your approach and happy to do housework
So if you think that is you please read on!
Here is some info about us :-)
We are a family of three/4! My daughter (21) and niece (15) live with me and my son (17) lives with me one day a week. My niece is an international student, from England. We are a "rainbow" family so LGBTQIA+ friendly.
I love martial arts, mountain biking /cycling and go to the gym. I also like to learn languages like Italian, French, Spanish and Latin. I often go to the movies and love trips to the theatre.
My daughter is a tech whizz, a talented online designer, and spends a lot of time in VR. She does karate with me. She loves the French films festival
My niece is doing well in school, she loves art and draws/paints really well. She rides an e-bike to school, does karate too and in summer loves sailing. She likes Japanese Anime movies.
My son is very outgoing, loves the gym, dancing, being outdoors and is nailing his final year school. He enjoys the Spanish films festival.
We all love to travel and enjoy hosting Workaways from around the world but ask that you have a good standard of English. We also welcome Aussie travellers and happily host and adapt to deaf/hearing impaired visitors too.
We'd love help with a range of things. Can you help with any of these?
* editing websites
*social media (editing reels and photo posts including from my travels) and doing some social media engagement
*writing blogs
* cooking, and general household and gardening tasks, (we like to eat healthy meals, I eat chicken/beef and am gluten free, my daughter and niece eat gluten but are vegetarian!)
We have ridiculously fast internet speeds (helps with the Virtual Reality!) so if you are a Digital Nomad/ travelling IT expert, you will love it!
Please note we prefer a minimum stay of two weeks, but love it if you can stay longer.
If you have any questions please ask :-)
Thanks
Fiona
Please ------ No smokers - -------thanks ----- seriously, no vapes nor recreational drugs - we are very family and healthy lifestyle focused!!!!
Sorry, but we only have rooms for SINGLE travellers, so can not host a couple i.e. no couples!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Self development
Culture
LGBTQ
Books
Languages
Nature
Fitness
Water sports
Cycling
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I have hosted Workaways for many years and some like to just do their own thing and others enjoy accompanying me on outings. My daughter and I are always keen to help you learn English if it isn't your native language, and to learn a little of your language and customs too. Let’s chat and you can let me know what you’d like to get out of your stay and I’ll see what we can do
Help
Please contact me for details about the sort of work. It will depend on what skills you have. Essentially I am after people who can help me cook and keep house, or wordpress/social media/IT enthusiasts (with Good English) so if you can do one of those then that would be amazing! I use WhatsAp a lot so we can communicate via there once we have made our initial introductions.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Latin: Intermediate
French: Beginner
Italian: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
I would love to learn: Ancient/classical Latin Italian Spanish
Accommodation
We have a 4 bedroom house with 3 bathrooms. You will have your own room and share a bathroom/toilet with one other.
What else ...
Brisbane is full of fun things to do and there is good public transport to the city. Currently they have decreased all fares to 50c for a six month trial. There is a public heated swimming pool nearby, plenty of gyms, and wonderful walks and rides to be had in the nearby parks, forest and by the river. There are shops/supermarkets etc. within walking distance. Our neighbourhood is very safe and friendly and Brisbane city is vibrant and full of fun things to do.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
I have very high-speed internet access - the best we could find!
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Host ref number: 464241747126
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Feedback (31)
27 Jun 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)
Emma was fabulous company and did an amazing job with her tasks. She is a very warm and friendly person and always has a smile on her face. She is very helpful, proactive and works very well independently. Her English is very good and keeps improving. She is a good at sharing her mother tongue of Italian and I enjoyed learning from her.
Always… read more
Always… read more
(Excellent
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27 Jun 2025
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
I stayed with Fiona, Valerie and Lucia for almost 6 weeks and I could not have found a better host as a first experience on Workaway. All of them are kind, friendly and welcoming.
My week consisted of 5 days of "work" for 4/5 hours a day in which I mainly had to cook and do video-editing. The tasks were easy to follow but for any doubts I had they… read more
My week consisted of 5 days of "work" for 4/5 hours a day in which I mainly had to cook and do video-editing. The tasks were easy to follow but for any doubts I had they… read more
27 May 2025
Left by Workawayer (Liming) for host
I'm sorry to share my unforgettable experience with Fiona so late. Fiona taught me many things, even though my English skills were limited, especially my listening ability. She would write down text that I could understand whenever I didn't catch what she said. Furthermore, watching movies with her in the evenings was my favorite part of each… read more
4 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Mia Emilia)
Mia was with us for 3 weeks and we are missing her now she has left!
Mia is a very friendly and conscientious young woman. She got on incredibly well with all members of the family. I have teenagers but I also saw her chatting with her niece online who is a toddler and she was absolutely delightful with her.
Mia did all sorts of things for us… read more
Mia is a very friendly and conscientious young woman. She got on incredibly well with all members of the family. I have teenagers but I also saw her chatting with her niece online who is a toddler and she was absolutely delightful with her.
Mia did all sorts of things for us… read more
(Excellent
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29 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Mia Emilia) for host
My three-week stay with Fiona was wonderful. From the moment I arrived, I felt instantly comfortable and welcomed.
The Workaway tasks were enjoyable, and I learned some fantastic new skills, like creating reels and videos, which was exciting!
Fiona's niece, Lucia, is an good cook, and I had the chance to learn some delicious curry recipes from… read more
The Workaway tasks were enjoyable, and I learned some fantastic new skills, like creating reels and videos, which was exciting!
Fiona's niece, Lucia, is an good cook, and I had the chance to learn some delicious curry recipes from… read more
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27 Jun 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)
Emma was fabulous company and did an amazing job with her tasks. She is a very warm and friendly person and always has a smile on her face. She is very helpful, proactive and works very well independently. Her English is very good and keeps improving. She is a good at sharing her mother tongue of Italian and I enjoyed learning from her.
Always… read more
Always… read more
(Excellent)
27 Jun 2025
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
I stayed with Fiona, Valerie and Lucia for almost 6 weeks and I could not have found a better host as a first experience on Workaway. All of them are kind, friendly and welcoming.
My week consisted of 5 days of "work" for 4/5 hours a day in which I mainly had to cook and do video-editing. The tasks were easy to follow but for any doubts I had they… read more
My week consisted of 5 days of "work" for 4/5 hours a day in which I mainly had to cook and do video-editing. The tasks were easy to follow but for any doubts I had they… read more
27 May 2025
Left by Workawayer (Liming) for host
I'm sorry to share my unforgettable experience with Fiona so late. Fiona taught me many things, even though my English skills were limited, especially my listening ability. She would write down text that I could understand whenever I didn't catch what she said. Furthermore, watching movies with her in the evenings was my favorite part of each… read more
4 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Mia Emilia)
Mia was with us for 3 weeks and we are missing her now she has left!
Mia is a very friendly and conscientious young woman. She got on incredibly well with all members of the family. I have teenagers but I also saw her chatting with her niece online who is a toddler and she was absolutely delightful with her.
Mia did all sorts of things for us… read more
Mia is a very friendly and conscientious young woman. She got on incredibly well with all members of the family. I have teenagers but I also saw her chatting with her niece online who is a toddler and she was absolutely delightful with her.
Mia did all sorts of things for us… read more
(Excellent)
29 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Mia Emilia) for host
My three-week stay with Fiona was wonderful. From the moment I arrived, I felt instantly comfortable and welcomed.
The Workaway tasks were enjoyable, and I learned some fantastic new skills, like creating reels and videos, which was exciting!
Fiona's niece, Lucia, is an good cook, and I had the chance to learn some delicious curry recipes from… read more
The Workaway tasks were enjoyable, and I learned some fantastic new skills, like creating reels and videos, which was exciting!
Fiona's niece, Lucia, is an good cook, and I had the chance to learn some delicious curry recipes from… read more
5 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Eva)
Eva was AMAZING!!!
She was so organised and helpful.
She is a talented graphic designer, great with social media and extremely organised.
Not only is she great with online stuff she is also an excellent cook and very willing to help out around the house.
With a wonderful calm personality she is a fabulous person to have as part of your family.… read more
She was so organised and helpful.
She is a talented graphic designer, great with social media and extremely organised.
Not only is she great with online stuff she is also an excellent cook and very willing to help out around the house.
With a wonderful calm personality she is a fabulous person to have as part of your family.… read more
(Excellent)
5 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Yeji)
We are really missing Yeji. She was only with us for two weeks but felt like part of the family.
Yeji was very capable, happy to try any task we asked her. She turned out to be very good at video editing, cooked up lovely meals and kept the house very neat and tidy.
Yeji is one of those rare people who always go the extra mile and is always… read more
Yeji was very capable, happy to try any task we asked her. She turned out to be very good at video editing, cooked up lovely meals and kept the house very neat and tidy.
Yeji is one of those rare people who always go the extra mile and is always… read more
(Excellent)
4 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Yeji) for host
I stayed about 2weeks with Fiona and Val. Staying at their house was a wonderful and unforgettable experience. Since it was my first Workaway experience, I was little bit anxious about it. But as soon as I stepped into their home, they greeted me with welcoming warmth and my worries evaporated.
I mainly helped them with editing videos, cooking… read more
I mainly helped them with editing videos, cooking… read more
23 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Colin)
Colin was so incredible we invited him back!
I have hosted WorkAways for many years now and it is rare to find someone who is so incredibly capable, understanding, respectful and empathetic. Colin slotted right into our family and immediately settled in and started to work his magic. He is the most organised WorkAway I have ever met and set up a… read more
I have hosted WorkAways for many years now and it is rare to find someone who is so incredibly capable, understanding, respectful and empathetic. Colin slotted right into our family and immediately settled in and started to work his magic. He is the most organised WorkAway I have ever met and set up a… read more
(Excellent)
8 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Colin) for host
2 weeks turned into 2 months! Fiona and Val are so so incredibly kind, warm, and generous! 💛
Fiona fosters a space with so much freedom, autonomy and joy when it comes to your day to day. The tasks were very easy to pick up and Fiona was always so approachable with any questions I had. On an average work day, 1/2 of my time was spent completing… read more
Fiona fosters a space with so much freedom, autonomy and joy when it comes to your day to day. The tasks were very easy to pick up and Fiona was always so approachable with any questions I had. On an average work day, 1/2 of my time was spent completing… read more
20 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Pietro)
Pietro stayed with us for a week and I wish it could have been more. He is such a warm hearted person. Very respectful of your home and always willing to help out. He did some great work on our showers which are now beautifully grouted. Thanks for your help Pietro and please come and stay again. I look forward to more cycle rides with you.
(Excellent)
20 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Pietro) for host
I spent a fantastic week with Fiona and Valery, a very comfortable clean and peaceful accommodation .. With Fiona we did a long bike ride in magnificent places .. Thank you very much :)
4 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Olivia) for host
I had a great stay with Fiona! She and Val welcomed me so warmly, and as mentioned, I formed a close friendship with the other Workawayer in the home which made my time that much more enjoyable. So many great discussions were had over meals & cups of coffee/tea. The work and expectations were communicated when I arrived, and it was easy to pick up… read more
2 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Olivia)
Olivia was with us for a few weeks and fitted right in from the moment she arrived. She got on fabulously with our other Workaway and they struck up a great friendship which was fabulous to see.
Olivia helped us with a range of tasks and worked very well independently, using her initiative and just getting on with it!
I highly recommend Olivia,… read more
Olivia helped us with a range of tasks and worked very well independently, using her initiative and just getting on with it!
I highly recommend Olivia,… read more
(Excellent)
13 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophia)
Sophia was so much fun to host. She has a great personality, friendly but never intrusive. We really wished she could have stayed for months more!
Sophia has great initiative and is very conscientious. She would clean the house without me asking and did a fabulous job editing and creating fun reels.
I highly recommend you invite Sophia into your… read more
Sophia has great initiative and is very conscientious. She would clean the house without me asking and did a fabulous job editing and creating fun reels.
I highly recommend you invite Sophia into your… read more
(Excellent)
13 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Sophia) for host
Living with Fiona and Val has been an absolute pleasure. Two smart and determined women whose dedication to achieving their goals is truly impressive!
My work consisted of editing videos as well as preparing meals and doing housework. It was versatile and I loved how Fiona was completely trusting of my creative abilities and always found nice… read more
My work consisted of editing videos as well as preparing meals and doing housework. It was versatile and I loved how Fiona was completely trusting of my creative abilities and always found nice… read more
23 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Pau)
Pau was amazing!
I was very excited to learn that he is a photographer and traveling with his cameras. Not only did he share his talents by taking a wide variety of photos of me (and my daughter) but he also shared his knowledge of Aussie wildlife. Can you believe after 20 years of living in Oz it wasn't until cycling with Pau that I saw my first… read more
I was very excited to learn that he is a photographer and traveling with his cameras. Not only did he share his talents by taking a wide variety of photos of me (and my daughter) but he also shared his knowledge of Aussie wildlife. Can you believe after 20 years of living in Oz it wasn't until cycling with Pau that I saw my first… read more
(Excellent)
3 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Vivien5)
Vivien stayed with us for around 3 weeks. She was a delight to host. So helpful and really pleasant to be around. Vivien was very respectful of our home and fitted beautifully into our family. She cooked us delicious vegetarian meals and was very helpful around the house. She also helped me with some computer work which she did excellently.
If… read more
If… read more
(Excellent)
10 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)
Emma was AMAZING! We loved having her in our family.
Whenever Emmal tackles a task she goes all in. Full of initiative and highly committed if you ask her to help you with something you can be sure she'll go above and beyond to do a really thorough job.
Emma cooked for us too and is a great cook. She was great to chat with and we miss having her… read more
Whenever Emmal tackles a task she goes all in. Full of initiative and highly committed if you ask her to help you with something you can be sure she'll go above and beyond to do a really thorough job.
Emma cooked for us too and is a great cook. She was great to chat with and we miss having her… read more
(Excellent)
9 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
I stayed for a couple of weeks and it went by so fast. Fiona Val and Alex are very welcoming and it felt like a home away from home type of stay. The work and hours are very flexible and the area is so nice, there’s some good walks and also transport to the city. Fiona invited me out with her to the cinema and we went mountain biking too. I really… read more
14 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Sifra Charlotte) for host
I loved staying with Fiona and Valerie, they are both very easy-going people and I loved chatting with them. Very approachable, and really take your own wishes into account. We had some lovely banter and they were always energetic. I would absolutely recommend if you are looking for a social and kind stay!
14 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sifra Charlotte)
Charlotte was fabulous. She was only with us for a week and we wished she could have stayed longer. She has a very energetic, lively and engaging personality. Easy to chat with she fitted into our family really well. She was willing to help out with anything we asked. If you are looking for someone who is adaptable, fun and easy to get along with… read more
(Excellent)
14 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Hermineee)
Hermione was fabulous. Always eager, she tackled every task with energy and enthusiasm. She was delightfully chatty and fun to have around. I highly recommend her
(Excellent)
12 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Hermineee) for host
I had a amazing stay at Fionas and Vals place for four weeks.
I got good glutenfree and vegetarian food and vegan ice cream.
My working hours where flexible so i had enough time to go to the city or to the swimming pool which is in walking distance from them. They are connected to public transport and i was very happy to be independent.
When i… read more
I got good glutenfree and vegetarian food and vegan ice cream.
My working hours where flexible so i had enough time to go to the city or to the swimming pool which is in walking distance from them. They are connected to public transport and i was very happy to be independent.
When i… read more
15 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Mark) for host
My stay at Fiona's and Val's was great, I could have not asked for better hosts during my first weeks in Australia! 😊
Their place is located at a very family friendy neighbourhood surranded by a lot of nature where I came across many native animals (nothing crazy though 😅).
My tasks were helping uploading different content on social media,… read more
Their place is located at a very family friendy neighbourhood surranded by a lot of nature where I came across many native animals (nothing crazy though 😅).
My tasks were helping uploading different content on social media,… read more
14 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Mark)
Mark was a fabulous guest. He helped me with my social media and also cooked for us on occasion (which he did very well). His English is excellent and he is very personable and a nice person to be around. We enjoyed having Mark stay with us and recommend him wholeheartedly.
Best of luck for the rest of your travels Mark
Fiona and V
Best of luck for the rest of your travels Mark
Fiona and V
(Excellent)
3 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Sara) for host
Staying with Fiona and Val was amazing. First of all, they let me stay a bit last minute, event tho they already had a Workaway staying for a few more days. Therefore I was only supposed to stay for a few days before finding somewhere else, but ended up staying for a few months.
I had an absolutely amazing time. They are super kind and welcoming,… read more
I had an absolutely amazing time. They are super kind and welcoming,… read more
9 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Sara)
Sara was amazing. She came for a few days and ended up staying a few months. She has only just left and we miss her already.
Sara is very bright and dynamic. She is a great conversationalist and instantly fitted in with my small family.
Sara performed numerous tasks - she painted, decorated, cleaned, cooked wonderful vegan meals, gardened,… read more
Sara is very bright and dynamic. She is a great conversationalist and instantly fitted in with my small family.
Sara performed numerous tasks - she painted, decorated, cleaned, cooked wonderful vegan meals, gardened,… read more
(Excellent)
10 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Miyu) for host
I stayed there for 3 weeks. Fiona and Val were very nice and gave me detailed information about Workaway work.
Rooms were clean and comfortable.
I have experience of Kyudo, so Fiona took me to the dojo.
I love them for welcoming me like family.
I want to see you again!
Rooms were clean and comfortable.
I have experience of Kyudo, so Fiona took me to the dojo.
I love them for welcoming me like family.
I want to see you again!
24 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Matteo ) for host
It was such a good pleasure spend two weeks in this beautiful family.
I never felt myself so at home even so far from my country.
I swear, you will feel right at home.
Fiona is really nice and polite person, every time you do something she will always say thank you. Everytime, I really appreciate that.
Her two children are exceptional, nice,… read more
I never felt myself so at home even so far from my country.
I swear, you will feel right at home.
Fiona is really nice and polite person, every time you do something she will always say thank you. Everytime, I really appreciate that.
Her two children are exceptional, nice,… read more
20 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Matteo )
Matteo was phenomenal!
It is rare to meet someone who is so helpful and enthusiastic
Matteo carried out a wide range of tasks for us from painting the house, oiling the deck to cooking delicious meals.
Matteo got on very well with my teens and my youngest was impressed by his dedication to keeping fit each day.
if you are looking for a great… read more
It is rare to meet someone who is so helpful and enthusiastic
Matteo carried out a wide range of tasks for us from painting the house, oiling the deck to cooking delicious meals.
Matteo got on very well with my teens and my youngest was impressed by his dedication to keeping fit each day.
if you are looking for a great… read more
(Excellent)
7 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (ESTERA)
Estera is a wonderful, upbeat and chatty Workawayer. She has excellent English (she teaches it!) and superb communication skills. Estera carried out a wide range of tasks from cooking yummy meals, through to housework and listing items on Facebook marketplace. Esterra got on well with out other Workaway, having fun playing games with him in the… read more
(Excellent)
14 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Gabor)
Gabor stayed with us for just under three months. He is one of the kindest, nicest people you will meet. Always willing to lend a hand, nothing was too much trouble for him.
Gabor is a keen musician and played the ukelele and sang for us. He even performed a birthday and Mother's Day concert over zoom for our relatives overseas and at my friend's… read more
Gabor is a keen musician and played the ukelele and sang for us. He even performed a birthday and Mother's Day concert over zoom for our relatives overseas and at my friend's… read more
(Excellent)
14 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Gabor) for host
What an amazing family! I consider myself really lucky to have found you and that I could spend nearly 3 months with you.:) Very polite, respectful and kind! It's a really peaceful household in the suburbs with all the lovely nature around. During my stay I was taken to various places to get cultural exchange and also I was treated like a family… read more
18 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Linaawt) for host
I stayed with Fiona and her daughter Val for about two weeks.
I felt comfortable from the very beginning! - The room I stayed in was lovely, and I had everything I needed.
Regarding the work I had to do, I can say that it all was manageable!! I did some cooking, sometimes ironing, vacuuming,…
Moreover, I helped Fiona with Social Media… read more
I felt comfortable from the very beginning! - The room I stayed in was lovely, and I had everything I needed.
Regarding the work I had to do, I can say that it all was manageable!! I did some cooking, sometimes ironing, vacuuming,…
Moreover, I helped Fiona with Social Media… read more
18 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Linaawt)
Lina stayed with us for a couple of weeks and was a fabulous guest/workawayer. She is a great cook and we always enjoyed the meals she prepared. She is studying marketing and helped me a lot with my Instagram and LinkedIn.
Lina also happily carried out any task around the house I ask her to, such as ironing or cleaning. She was always friendly,… read more
Lina also happily carried out any task around the house I ask her to, such as ironing or cleaning. She was always friendly,… read more
(Excellent)
19 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Akane) for host
I enjoyed my stay with lovely family.:)
The family is so welcoming and heart-warming.
Fiona gave me some easy tasks to clear what i should do next.
My English was not perfect, so they helped me to improve my skill. When I asked same thing again, they explain it slowly and it was easy understand for me.
They alwasys said "Thank you" whatever i… read more
The family is so welcoming and heart-warming.
Fiona gave me some easy tasks to clear what i should do next.
My English was not perfect, so they helped me to improve my skill. When I asked same thing again, they explain it slowly and it was easy understand for me.
They alwasys said "Thank you" whatever i… read more
16 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Akane)
Alycia stayed with us for over a month and was a delight.
She has a very sunny disposition and is always cheerful and laughing, even when life throws its challenges.
Alycia did a large range of household tasks. She is amazing at organising and has revamped many of our cupboards. She is a fabulous cook in a wide variety of styles and has been… read more
She has a very sunny disposition and is always cheerful and laughing, even when life throws its challenges.
Alycia did a large range of household tasks. She is amazing at organising and has revamped many of our cupboards. She is a fabulous cook in a wide variety of styles and has been… read more
(Excellent)
13 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Rebecca) for host
I stayed with Fiona and her 2 boys just under two weeks and they were amazing! This was my first workaway, and from the first day, it felt like I was visiting friends. My tasks included household chores and cooking. I love that Fiona had a wish list and I could just go through the list on my own time while there. They are an easy train ride from… read more
11 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Rebecca)
Rebecca stayed with us for just under two weeks. She is a dynamite of energy, bubbly and full of conversation. She Is very organised and left to her own devices was extremely capable of managing her time and tasks to ensure everything got done. She performed a wide range of household tasks including cooking delicious meals and cleaning the house.… read more
(Excellent)
20 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Christine)
Christine was with us for one glorious week and i wish she could have stayed for longer!
She was a wizard at cleaning, tidying, laundry and cooking. My house is now sparkling, my belly is full and my shirt has even been mended. Thanks so much Christine, not just for the help in the house but also for your wonderful company. Good luck in the rest… read more
She was a wizard at cleaning, tidying, laundry and cooking. My house is now sparkling, my belly is full and my shirt has even been mended. Thanks so much Christine, not just for the help in the house but also for your wonderful company. Good luck in the rest… read more
(Excellent)
18 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Christine) for host
Fiona is extremely friendly and made me feel instantly welcome in her home. Despite her busy schedule we had interesting chats over dinner and I was able to meet her lovely boys for one evening. The work was easy enough and included cleaning, tidying, laundry and cooking. I was able to spend my free time exploring Brisbane with a fellow Workawayer… read more
1 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Louise) for host
I really enjoyed my stay with Fiona and the kids, such welcoming and warm people :)
Work was pretty easy even if the first days are a bit challenging since you need to adjust to the family pace. You can organize your work pretty much as you want, which is cool, and the beach days are really sweet! The month I spent with them flew by, you can't… read more
Work was pretty easy even if the first days are a bit challenging since you need to adjust to the family pace. You can organize your work pretty much as you want, which is cool, and the beach days are really sweet! The month I spent with them flew by, you can't… read more
1 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Louise)
We loved having Louise stay with us. She is a great photographer and skilled at editing videos and helped us put together videos for our website. She also cooked lovely meals and kept the house in order.
Louise bonded extremely well with both my children and shared their sense of humour! Louise did a lot of tasks for us.
Louise has excellent… read more
Louise bonded extremely well with both my children and shared their sense of humour! Louise did a lot of tasks for us.
Louise has excellent… read more
(Excellent)
18 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Laureen)
We are missing you already Laureen and you only left yesterday.
I wish Laureen could have stayed longer. She is very personable, incredibly easy to get along with and will turn her hand to anything. She is a great cook, happy to clean and very skilled at computing, she helped edit our website and created some great graphic designs for us. I… read more
I wish Laureen could have stayed longer. She is very personable, incredibly easy to get along with and will turn her hand to anything. She is a great cook, happy to clean and very skilled at computing, she helped edit our website and created some great graphic designs for us. I… read more
(Excellent)
17 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Laureen) for host
Fiona was an amazing host, she’s understandable, funny! Her two boys are really lovely, very clever, interesting and funny, you can’t be bored! They directly act with me like a family, and it was really great !
My tasks included general cooking, cleaning and mostly helping Fiona with her website and graphic design for her company. She’s very… read more
My tasks included general cooking, cleaning and mostly helping Fiona with her website and graphic design for her company. She’s very… read more
2 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Juliet Lucile) for host
Fiona is an amazing host. I had an absolutely great month in Brisbane.
My tasks included cooking and photographing which I did not view As work. I was able to be creative and work independently which I really enjoyed! Fiona is a very flexible person which is why I also had the opportunity to do daytrips to Brisbane City and even a longer Trip to… read more
My tasks included cooking and photographing which I did not view As work. I was able to be creative and work independently which I really enjoyed! Fiona is a very flexible person which is why I also had the opportunity to do daytrips to Brisbane City and even a longer Trip to… read more
2 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Juliet Lucile)
Juliet stayed with us for one glorious month. She was an absolute delight to have as a work away.
Juliet carried out the white range of activities including cooking which she is very creative with, especially considering our somewhat unusual dietary requirements and tastes! She also took over all the housework which she did to an excellent… read more
Juliet carried out the white range of activities including cooking which she is very creative with, especially considering our somewhat unusual dietary requirements and tastes! She also took over all the housework which she did to an excellent… read more
(Excellent)
2 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Yoojin) for host
I was very happy to stay together with Fiona and her children, Robin and Alex. They always said 'thank you' to me whenever i did something and the Work was not hard work. Just simple chores; cooking, laundry, cleaning, gardening etc..
Fiona praised me very much
and She brought me many places with her so that i could experience a lot of things.… read more
Fiona praised me very much
and She brought me many places with her so that i could experience a lot of things.… read more
2 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Yoojin)
Yoojin is a delightful young woman and it was a real pleasure to have her join a family for two weeks. She was always laughing and smiling and got on really well with me and the children.
Yoojin carried out a wide array of tasks including cooking, cleaning, gardening and laundry. Everything she did she did with great enthusiasm and she was always… read more
Yoojin carried out a wide array of tasks including cooking, cleaning, gardening and laundry. Everything she did she did with great enthusiasm and she was always… read more
(Excellent)
5 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jack)
Jack stayed with us for a little under a week but in that time he achieved what most people would take a month to do! It is rare to meet a young person with such maturity and such a great outlook on life. Jack applies himself with great dedication to every task, no matter how big or how small. He’s a great cook, can keep a very tidy home and can… read more
(Excellent)
3 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jack) for host
Fiona was an absolute joy to spend a few days with, and I wholeheartedly could not have asked for a better experience over the New Year. The work was enjoyable, the food was amazing and the accommodation was fantastic - It's just a shame I didn't meet the children! I never felt out of place, and it was an added bonus of the musical instruments… read more
26 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Emilia)
Emelia has stayed with us twice and is an absolute joy to host. She has excellent English, and integrated into our family really well. Emelia is one of those people who are very proactive. Nothing was too much for her, she always looked for ways to help. She carried out all sorts of activities for us and always with a smile. Gardening, cooking,… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Emilie) for host
I loved spending time with Fiona and her two wonderful boys. They have a lovely home and I immediately felt welcomed. I enjoyed helping Fiona with her work, creating power points for her classes. Thanks so much for this first amazing Workaway experience. Keep in touch whenever you come to Europe. Take care. :-)
7 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Josefine) for host
Fiona and the boys are very welcoming and friendly!! The food is amazing and you can always add on the shopping list what you love to eat :). The work is not to much, so plenty of time to explore Brisbane. It is the perfect place to go when you are a bit tired of traveling and socializing all the time or need to make some further travel plans etc.… read more
6 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Josefine)
Josi was with me for just over a week helping with office work. During this time she created a PowerPoint presentation together with an assessment on workplace sustainability for my training company. The standard of Josi’s work was incredibly high. She has superb English and a very deep understanding of the topic. Jose is very passionate about… read more
(Excellent)
28 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandre & Karoline)
Karol stayed with me for 2 weeks. She undertook many varied activities including childcare, domestic chores, sewing and gardening. Karol was willing to try her hand at anything and help in any way she could. She is very friendly and has excellent English. I highly recommend her.
We miss you Karol and wish you a safe journey home xxxx
We miss you Karol and wish you a safe journey home xxxx
(Excellent)
14 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Teun) for host
My stay with Fiona and the boys was super lovely. I stayed with them for a little over 10 weeks and managed to enjoy every part of it! They live in a great suburb with a trainstation just a 2 min walk and within 30 mins you're in the city centre. The work is really not that much and you always have a lot of freedom to do whatever you like. Fiona… read more
18 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Graeme & Brenda)
Bren and Graeme stayed with me for around three weeks. They were an absolute joy - great company and great with the kids. Graeme is always on the go looking for things to do and Bren was also great at finding things to work on around the house and she was fantastic in the kitchen. Bren works woth children and has a lovely gentle apprach with them.… read more
(Excellent)
17 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Graeme & Brenda) for host
We've just had the pleasure of staying with Fiona and her 2 very friendly and active boys, Robin and Alex for almost 4 weeks. The house is in a really nice suburb of Brisbane and is an easy train ride to the city centre. There are lots of parks and green spaces nearby as well as biking/hiking trails within walking distance, great for running… read more
7 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Hannah & Jordan) for host
I stayed with Fiona and the boys for just two weeks and would have loved to stay longer if I could.
The work is super easy mostly helping with the boys, cooking and a little cleaning but nothing too demanding. I enjoyed the time I got to spend with them and felt apart of the family right away. Fiona always brought me along on family outings and… read more
The work is super easy mostly helping with the boys, cooking and a little cleaning but nothing too demanding. I enjoyed the time I got to spend with them and felt apart of the family right away. Fiona always brought me along on family outings and… read more
5 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah & Jordan)
Hannah came to stay with me for a couple of weeks and I wish it could have been more. She has been an absolute delight to have around, with her sunny disposition and great sense of humour.
Hannah carried out numerous household tasks including cooking, ironing (she is really good!), cleaning and mowing the lawn. She was happy to try her hand at any… read more
Hannah carried out numerous household tasks including cooking, ironing (she is really good!), cleaning and mowing the lawn. She was happy to try her hand at any… read more
(Excellent)
19 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Aline)
Aline is a lovely young woman with a heart of gold. She works very hard and is very decidacted. She is very health conscious and if you would like to learn yoga I know she would love to teach you! Oh and she has superb English too!
(Excellent)
26 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Kimberly & Anja) for host
We enjoyed our stay with Fiona and the boys so much! Fiona is such a lovely and warm-hearted person and you could never get bored around her. The boys are very energetic, fun and polite so it's nice to hang out with them. They have plenty of creative ideas so if you feel like building a boat with them they would love that ;)
We could decide… read more
We could decide… read more
25 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Kimberly & Anja)
I highly recommend Kimberly and Anja. There are two of the kindest young ladies you could hope to meet. They stayed with me for two weeks and helped with a wide range of household tasks as well as gardening and childcare. They both have excellent English (Kimberly has it as a joint first language), are fine conversationalists and great company.… read more
(Excellent)
