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We have recently bought a house on a small and very quiet island off the east coast of South east Queensland near Brisbane and are busy refurbishing it and installing landscaping.
We need some help to finish painting our double storey house and establish gardens. Physical labour will be involved, and some experience with tools and some level of skill in DIY will be required. If you are handy with a paint brush or spray gun, and not afraid of heights, and a lot of hard work, we would welcome you to stay with us.
Accommodation is in a caravan. There is electricity, gas for cooking and water connected. It has one double bed and is separate from the house. The bathroom and laundry facilities are on the ground floor of the house and yours to use. There is also a fridge & freezer available to use in the laundry.
Fishing and swimming are only a short walk away. We have bicycles and a kayak for you to use. Other activities available on the island include pool, free tennis courts, weekly trivia nights and yoga. Three other islands in our area and they all offer different activities such as golf, barefoot bowls, and art classes. Travelling to them by ferry is free, but the mainland is at a small cost (currently 50 cents).
Lamb Island is the second smallest island in a group of four. It is a small and friendly community. There is a small shop near the ferry terminal for basic items, and a supermarket on a nearby island for everything else.
The mainland is 25 minute ferry ride away, were you can find public transport into the Brisbane City, or other south east Queensland destinations.
The Gold Coast is a few hours south by car and Sunshine Coast is a few hours North.
We have lived on the Island for almost 3 years and love the quietness and the freedom to go fishing in the morning and boating in the afternoon, and not be more than a few minutes from home.
We also enjoy the community, who are always happy to help, or just have a chat.
The island can be reached by public transport from the airport (visit ). It is close to the mainland yet feels like the country!
Please note that we have an adorable older dog, who loves meeting new people.
This is available to NON SMOKERS ONLY.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Self development
Sustainability
Plant care
Music
Animals
Water sports
Team sports
Sailing / Boating
Outdoor activities
Nature
Camping
Beach
Adventure sports
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
There are many local community interest groups that are available.
Like pottery, art, community garden, and plenty more.
There are also volunteering opportunities if you wish.
The opportunity for outdoor hobbies and social activities and sport are available on the island and a good way to interact with the local population. We will introduce you to our circle of friends and family.
We have travelled quite extensively and enjoy interacting with people from most countries and cultures.
We are always looking at expanding our experience and interacting with people from other countries.
We participate in sports and outdoor activities regularly such as boating, golf and field hockey. We enjoy the outdoors but not fitness fantastic by any means.You are welcome to join in the activities if you like.
Our social calendar is also quite busy and you would be able to join us at most functions if you wished.
A bicycle will be available to use around the island if you don't feel like walking or getting a lift
Help
We need help with general home maintenance and repairs
Garden upkeep, cutting and trimming lawnd, digging, vegetable patch yet to be established
DIY projects like painting, sanding,keep work shed tidy and clean,
Boat maintenance and repair
A manual drivers licence would be helpful but not necessary.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
We provide a newly renovated caravan, that will be on the property but private.
It has a double bed and separate entrance at the bottom of the garden
Bedding will supplied, but you will need to keep them clean and tidy.
Bathroom facilities with hot and cold water is provided. A towel will be supplied and beach towels are available, there is also a swimming pool on the property.
Cooking facilities like a gas top cooker and microwave and refrigerator in the caravan. Plates, knives and forks and spoons are also supplied. But most meals are provided for at the house.
What else ...
Ferry terminal is about 2 km away (transport to and from will be available)
The ferry in between the four islands is free.
The mainland is 25 minutes away and the ferry cost is 50 cents each way.
There is good fishing in the area and a Dugong sanctuary is on the East side of the island.
Stradbroke Island is very close and day trips to Stradbroke is highly recommended.
As you can imagine there are many more sites to visit.
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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Well educated and traveled.
We enjoyed her company and she is welcome in our home anytime.
They approach the other tasks with enthusiasm and did a really thorough job.
They are very engaging and easy to communicate with.
Loved having them around and fit in very easily with the routine.
I highly recommend them… read more
It was my first time in workaway and Australia.
They're kind, easygoing, generous!!
Owing to them, I could stay there comfortably☆
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Well educated and traveled.
We enjoyed her company and she is welcome in our home anytime.
They approach the other tasks with enthusiasm and did a really thorough job.
They are very engaging and easy to communicate with.
Loved having them around and fit in very easily with the routine.
I highly recommend them… read more
It was my first time in workaway and Australia.
They're kind, easygoing, generous!!
Owing to them, I could stay there comfortably☆
