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We are a family of 5. (Jay-sen, Kim, Felix 14,Leroy 8, and Sylvesta 6, We are always looking for helpers on our beautiful rainforest property. Tasks include housework, gardening, forest regeneration, and general farm duties like feeding the chooks, duck and aquaculture, collecting eggs and picking fruit and vegetables. We ask for about 25 hours a week and provide cool accomodation and excellent food. We can also offer the 88 days or the second year visa in special circumstances.
Your accommodation: The cottage has high ceilings with fans, ocean views, has own bathroom and kitchen, and sleeps 3-4 people although we can manage up to 6. Your living space has its own private garden and fire pit. The waterfall flows between the cottage and the main house, with a little bridge to cross over. There is also a large swimming pool and tennis court where you can relax after a days work. Beautiful bird calls will awake you in the morning, and you may even get a visit from little furry wallabies and echidnas.
We would really like volunteers for the remainder of 2022.
We look forward to working together soon. Kim and Jay-sen :)
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The small piece of forest we are custodians for is nationally recognised and protected. It is a wonder to experience, explore and care for. Jay-sen and Kim were long term international travelers before settling down and have a multitude of experiences to share. Jay-sen is a scientist, teacher, scuba diver instructor and first aid trainer who enjoys cooking, gardening, surfing, snowboarding and being a new dad. Kim is a dentist, D.J. and an artist who enjoys creative distractions from operating her dental practices and being a pregnant mum. All of our professional skills and personal interests are available to talk about learn from and even qualify yourself. Days off may involve trips around the northern rivers Byron Bay, Ballina, Lismore, Lennox, Bangalow and Nimbin. Surfing and diving trips are always possible and outdoor adventure is on your doorstep. A truly multicultural Australian experience awaits the gourmet in you.
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Help
Tasks include housework, babysitting, gardening, forest regeneration, and general farm duties like feeding the chooks, duck and aquaculture, collecting eggs and picking fruit and vegetables. We ask for 5 hours of help per day, 5 days per week, in exchange for great food and comfortable accommodation. We also expect help with dinner time duties.
If you have please bring work boots, a hat, insect repellent, a torch or flashlight, and a great attitude towards all types of tasks.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentThis 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
The cottage has high ceilings with fans, ocean views, has own bathroom and kitchen, and sleeps 3-4 people although we can manage up to 6. Your living space has its own private garden and fire pit. The waterfall flows between the cottage and the main house, with a little bridge to cross over. There is also a large swimming pool and tennis court where you can relax after a days work. Beautiful bird calls will awake you in the morning, and you may even get a visit from little furry wallabies and echidnas.
What else ...
This part of Australia is famous amongst travellers. The possibilities of what you can experience here with us are endless.
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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The work was mainly landscaping and building projects, but we also did some forestry and housework. Landscaping can be challenging, but Jay-sen is definitely flexible and tasks are varied, so no two days are the same! I think that one of the biggest advantages in this place is the possibility to… read more
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The work was mainly landscaping and building projects, but we also did some forestry and housework. Landscaping can be challenging, but Jay-sen is definitely flexible and tasks are varied, so no two days are the same! I think that one of the biggest advantages in this place is the possibility to… read more
Jay-Sen and Kim are super easy going, positive and welcoming and the kids are a lot of fun too. They all made me feel very welcome and were eager to help me… read more
Jay-Sen and Kim are so warm, easy going and helpful
The kids are adorable
They live in a beautiful Italian style villa surrounded by a forest
You have the chance to get involved into different cool projects
High recommended
Thanks again
Jay-sen is a welcoming person and very willing to learn you everything you need to know about rainforest maintenance - or every thing else he… read more
