Profile information
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Host rating
85 %
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Last replied
7 Jan 2026
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Feedback
2
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Details
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Description
I am Philippa and I live in New Zealand on the beautiful Wairarapa coast. Tora is well known for its surf and seafood. I often get despondent about the work required to maintain my section and need some help to keep on top of it
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Types of help and learning opportunities
Light gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Light maintenance
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
My husband and I travelled extensively and we always love meeting people from other countries. I hope that I can help you on your journey through New Zealand with tips and ideas to make your stay in Aotearoa as memorable as my travels have been.
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Help
I have a range of projects coming up from sorting out the grounds to painting and just generally keeping up with stuff! A lot of flax and trees have got out of control and need pruning. This is not difficult work but time consuming.There is always weed control to be done. I am planning a painting project but haven't got a clue how to begin. Someone who knew something about that would be a big help.
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Languages spoken
English: Fluent
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Accommodation
Queen or King bed available. Private bathroom. I am not really a cook but I will provide food for you to prepare for yourself. Big house with lots of room, beautiful views
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What else ...
Tora is famous as a surf destination. There are some great places to walk and with a bit of planning I can possibly organise a farming experience. If you like diving then it may be possible to gather some seafood. Some people enjoy surf casting off the beach.
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A little more information
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Internet access
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Limited internet access
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We have pets
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We are smokers
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Can host families
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Can host digital nomads
Internet can be fickle occasionally but not usually for long.
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Space for parking camper vans
Plenty of room to park a van if required.
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How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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My animals / pets
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