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Help on our small farm on beautiful South Island, New Zealand

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  2025 

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  • Description

    Description

    Our small farm is just south of Timaru on the east coast of the beautiful South Island, New Zealand. Timaru is a small city with a safe beach called Caroline Bay.
    On the farm we have a few cattle and lease some land out to some girls to use for their for horses.
    There is a large vegetable and fruit garden and we like to eat fresh from our garden as much as possible over the summer season. We grow our garden mostly by organic methods and try to preserve as much as we can of our produce for off season use.
    We feel like our home is a little piece of paradise.

  • 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

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    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 have travelled to and lived in several different countries and we have always preferred to live locally rather than as a tourist. If you stay with us you will live local and learn what it is like to be a kiwi!

  • Help

    Help

    Overseas we did voluntary work for others and since returning home we have been grateful to have some help to get our property back in shape. Sadly Brent passed away in August 2022 after a brief battle with cancer. Our son Josh has moved home and lives on site to support me but I will be needing more help to keep things maintained. NB Josh has a dog who doesn't live at the house but likes to visit occasionally for a hug!

    Specific helpers needed over the next few months:

    If you have practical skills or experience with building, painting, etc then we would love to have you work alongside us on some of our maintenance projects such as fixing some buildings, fences etc.

    Help is always appreciated with tidying up gardens, stacking firewood and general yard help - so if you are an enthusiastic gardener get in touch with us. There's some trimming of gorse and overgrown flax that I'd appreciate help with.

    If you can use equipment such as brushcutter and lawnmower that would be useful to us. Ideally we would like someone who can work independently with some of the tasks.

    We would also love to learn how to cook some of your local dishes. If you have practical skills and are willing to roll up your sleeves and work alongside us you will fit right in!

    Please refer to our calendar for availability.

  • 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

    Accommodation is a double or single bedroom with separate shower and toilet facilities. We are a non-smoking household.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We have several nice tracks close to our home which can be explored on foot or or take one of our bikes, and it is a just ten minute bike ride to the coastal tracks and/or scenic reserves, another 10 minutes will get you into city centre and to the lovely swimming beach at Caroline Bay. Dunedin, Christchurch, Mount Cook, Tekapo and the beautiful southern lakes are within 2-3 hours drive and are options for a good day trip from here if you have a vehicle.

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    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    We can host self contained units only on our small farm.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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The image depicts a collection of tomatoes, likely for culinary purposes, showcasing their vibrant red color and green stems, with a clean and organized arrangement. The background is not visible.
The image depicts a collection of apples and pears, with a few leaves scattered around them. The arrangement is neatly organized, showcasing the fruit in an orderly and visually appealing manner.
The image depicts a serene rural landscape featuring rolling hills, lush trees, and a white house, set against an overcast sky.
The image shows a beach scene with a row of trees in the background, featuring a body of water and a sandy shore, with a few objects scattered about. The sky is not visible.
The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a lush green field, trees, and bushes, with a vibrant sunset casting a warm glow on the scene.
The image depicts a group of small birds perched on a branch, with a body of water visible in the background. The birds are likely to be ducks or geese. The image is likely to be a photograph taken for a magazine or newspaper.
The image shows a couple standing together, posing for a photo. They are dressed in casual clothing and are surrounded by a natural setting, possibly a park or outdoor area. The atmosphere appears relaxed and peaceful.

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