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Description
We are a family who live in the Yarra Valley in Victoria, Australia. We are semi retired- a school teacher and yoga teacher/children's author. We also spend time volunteering in our community for conservation and people's wellbeing.
We live on a heritage listed property and the house is 120 years old, in Healesville, only one hour from Melbourne.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Interests
Yoga / Wellness
Animals
Sustainability
Vegetarian or vegan
Self development
Pets
Movies & TV
Culture
Charity work
Writing
Gardening
Drawing & painting
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Art & design
Books
Outdoor activities
Nature
Hiking
Fitness
Camping
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We have hosted people from all over the world over many years and would love to learn from you about your culture and food.
You could learn from us about growing organic food, permaculture and preserving the produce and using in cooking.
There are a range of ways we grow food- vegetable gardens, fruit trees, a food forest and greenhouse (we even grow bananas in our cool temperate climate).
We try to live a sustainable life, producing much of our own food, low waste/rubbish, using solar energy and eating mainly plant based meals.
So you could learn about how we live in this southern part of Australia.
Help
We particularly would like help with some building projects, such as repairing decking on the tree house. Some building or carpentry skills would be valuable.
We use permaculture principles and grow an organic food producing garden.
We need help with the garden work such as harvesting vegetables, cooking produce, preparing garden beds and planting seedlings.
So it's active work. An interest in growing food would be good. We can show you what to do, so you don't need to be very experienced in gardening.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
The current accomodation bedroom has a queen sized bed that can accommodate two people. The room has a desk and a TV. There is a shared bathroom.
We anticipate eating meals together and sometimes cooking together in the main kitchen.
We eat mainly plant based meals using produce from our garden and local organic farmers (including some free range eggs and sustainably caught fish). One house member is fully plant based (vegan).
What else ...
This is a very popular tourist destination with the world famous Healesville Sanctuary (zoo with Australian animals).
There are opportunities for exploring the local township and region- nature, markets, art and wineries. We are located a short walk to the main shops, food, cafes, art galleries, gym and public transport.
We look forward to sharing what our beautiful region has to offer.
We are also accessible to the city of Melbourne via public transport, which has much to offer in arts, culture, food, events, sports, parklands, nature and architecture.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have wifi. Also close to the local library which has free wifi and workspaces.
Space for parking camper vans
We have space in our drive way for a van.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Feedback (4)
I could gain many new ideas from you not only about how to create sustainable life but also about how locals collaborate to keep their community. I really enjoyed hearing about your trip memories with wonderful meals that were inspired by world cuisine.
Tasks were… read more
Wayne show me around several times, he knows a lot about animals and trees, and he love to share !
Vicki created a little book of the species around, and also hickes, things to do ... really convenient !
I was really happy to spend… read more
He stayed with us for a few days and helped out with the garden. Tasks included mowing lawns, moving mulch, and breaking up and stacking some… read more
They have a lovely garden filled with a variety of fruits, veggies and other plants. The entire property is well looked after and features many stunning pieces of art by Wayne and his former students.
Whenever we wanted to explore, they had plenty of great ideas and recommendations on where to… read more
They were energetic, with a positive approach and quick to pick new things up.
Patti and Liam are considerate house guests and easy to have around. They fitted in well with our household.
They did a broad range of gardening activities, including… read more
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I could gain many new ideas from you not only about how to create sustainable life but also about how locals collaborate to keep their community. I really enjoyed hearing about your trip memories with wonderful meals that were inspired by world cuisine.
Tasks were… read more
Wayne show me around several times, he knows a lot about animals and trees, and he love to share !
Vicki created a little book of the species around, and also hickes, things to do ... really convenient !
I was really happy to spend… read more
He stayed with us for a few days and helped out with the garden. Tasks included mowing lawns, moving mulch, and breaking up and stacking some… read more
They have a lovely garden filled with a variety of fruits, veggies and other plants. The entire property is well looked after and features many stunning pieces of art by Wayne and his former students.
Whenever we wanted to explore, they had plenty of great ideas and recommendations on where to… read more
They were energetic, with a positive approach and quick to pick new things up.
Patti and Liam are considerate house guests and easy to have around. They fitted in well with our household.
They did a broad range of gardening activities, including… read more
