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We are a family living on a permaculture property in the foothills of Byron Bay. We are growing garlic and turmeric, keep chickens, bees, care for a variety of fruit trees and grow vegetables. We are working on regenerating areas of the property back to bush and rainforest. Other friends on the property include koalas, water dragons, brush turkeys, pythons and many birds, frogs and lizards.
We need help with maintenance, digging holes, weeding and bush regeneration projects as well as help in the family house with cooking and cleaning.Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will get to stay on a rural property 10mins drive from Byron Bay, 5mins from Bangalow. We love the northern rivers for its beaches, rainforests and rivers.
Help
There are a variety of tasks we need help with. Lots of planting, weeding, general maintenance, cleaning and pruning, mowing, brushcutting.. please let us know what your skills are and we can find you something to help with.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
German: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
Different languages are music to our ears! Please share words, phrases and unique sayings with us.Accommodation
Stand alone single bedroom next to our family's cottage. Please note we are on tank water and depending on the season, we appreciate no water waste.
What else ...
Work hours will vary depending on the job and the day. Some days might be long hours but that will mean less work on other days.
In your free time you are welcome to explore the property, swim in the pool or join in the fun that is happening at the time. If you do not have your own car, lifts from the property into town can be organised. While working at Foothills it is likely you will work with different family members on different jobs on different days depending what is happening that week. We are all friendly and look forward to meeting you.A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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I helped weed their garden, prepared delicious meals with this family and also spent time with their children. They are a beautiful family that made me feel comfortable at all times. Their house is located in a magical place, surrounded by lots of nature.
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My children are asking for her to come back and we hope one day she does.
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I helped weed their garden, prepared delicious meals with this family and also spent time with their children. They are a beautiful family that made me feel comfortable at all times. Their house is located in a magical place, surrounded by lots of nature.
I loved spending… read more
My children are asking for her to come back and we hope one day she does.