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Help in the garden, planting trees around a pond on our property near Brisbane, Australia

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  • Description

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    We are a middle aged couple who live in a big old house on 5 acres, 27kms from Brisbane CBD in the pretty Samford Valley. Our place is surrounded by horse paddocks and is only 20mins away from some gorgeous subtropical rainforest walks at Mt Glorious and Mount Nebo.
    Mel (a geologist) works in the city 5 days and I work at the Museum 3 days per week. It would be best if you have your own car as we are 10kms out of our village and 16 mins mins away from the closest train station. We have a self contained, air conditioned 2 bedroom cottage with bathroom, kitchenette, living room WIFI and a pool to cool off in summer. We would prefer non-smokers. Gluten free, vegetarians and vegans are most welcome and we eat meat as well. We would love you to join us for dinners in the evenings to chat about your travels and we would include you in community events when they happen.
    We need help in the garden planting trees around our pond, watering small plants whilst they become established and developing the veggie patch. Your help would be greatly appreciated.
    We have 2 boys who are both married. They are creative young adults. Josh (32) is a sound designer and lives in Iceland with his wife, Jof, and Sam (30) is an artist who lives about 15 minutes away at Mt Nebo with his Belgium wife, Xanna. We all love travelling and we enjoy meeting people from all corners of the globe to extend our understanding of the world. We are interested in sustainable living and new ideas. With your help we could really make some headway into producing more homegrown organic food for our table and improve our garden.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Travellers will have an opportunity to experience a relaxed Australian way of life in a semi rural environment.

  • Help

    Help

    We need help in the garden planting trees, spreading mulch, developing the veggie patch, weeding, weeding our bird watching platform at our pond and help with painting 3 rooms in our house.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We have a self contained cottage attached to our house including a spare room with a double bed, bathroom, living room and kitchenette and we have a pool.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    It would be desirable to have your own transport as there is limited public transport to our house. Some of us use the train and car to travel to and from work so options to tag along are always possible. A car would also allow flexibility to enjoy the many coffee shops in Samford village and the surrounding towns like Dayboro, Mt Nebo and Mt Glorious. The beautiful beaches of the Sunshine Coast (north) and the Gold Coast (south) are about 1-2 hrs away and Byron Bay is about 2 1/2 hours away.

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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 have 5 acres of land, 3 of which are flat and suitable for a van. We have 2 places with access to electricity and one tap closeby to provide water. The bathroom, living room and kitchen in the cottage would be yours to use too.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a charming house with a green roof and white porch, surrounded by a pool and lush trees, exuding a sense of serenity and tranquility.
The image depicts a serene bedroom with a white metal bed frame, floral bedding, and a canopy, featuring a window with blinds and a wall adorned with a picture.
The image depicts a cozy living room with a white couch, bookshelves, and a TV, featuring a window with stained glass and a plant, exuding a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image depicts a compact kitchen with a sink, wooden countertops, and shelves, alongside a bathroom with a sink and mirror, both featuring white walls and wooden floors.
The image depicts a serene scene of a woman relaxing in a pool, surrounded by a patio area with a gazebo, trees, and a clear blue sky on a sunny day.
The image depicts a charming house with a green roof, white porch, and stairs, surrounded by lush trees and bushes, set against a serene blue sky with fluffy clouds.
The image shows a middle-aged couple posing for a selfie in front of a large tree with thick, moss-covered trunks and branches.
The image depicts a rustic garden enclosure with a wooden fence, a raised bed, and a greenhouse, surrounded by trees and a cloudy sky.
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The image depicts a serene pond surrounded by lush greenery, with tall grasses and trees reflected in the calm water\'s surface on a sunny day.
The image depicts a serene porch with a wooden floor, white railing, and a cozy seating area, featuring wicker furniture and lush greenery, bathed in warm sunlight.
The image depicts a serene sunrise over a field of tall grass, with dew-kissed blades and a wire fence in the foreground, set against a clear blue sky.
The image shows four people standing in front of a green safari vehicle in a wooded area, posing for a photo. The vehicle has yellow lettering on the side.

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