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Description
I'm Selena. I live on the Northern Beaches of Sydney and have a large permaculture garden and a sustainable house. I live with 2 adult children and 2 dogs. We have a spare guest room and love visitors. We have had a number of exchange students over the years. We live right near a large lagoon, beaches, bush walks, all accessible by our e-bikes, bus or foot.
We have lots of wildlife and the natural world around us. It is a quiet location.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Animals
Adventure sports
Mountain
Water sports
Sustainability
Technology
Politics / Social justice
Culture
Charity work
Writing
Performing arts
Photography
Plant care
Drawing & painting
Cooking & food
Gardening
History
DIY & crafts
Books
Art & design
Astronomy
Nature
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Camping
Beach
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You can learn about permaculture and native plants.
We can share culinary skills with each other.
Use your time here to practice English.
You can learn to surf, kayak, swim and go for walks in the local national parks.
We have e-bikes for exploring the local area.
Beyond gardening skills, we have a 3d printing and prototyping studio and a ceramic studio. There are a lot of art supplies.
Hang out with the family, take the dogs for a walk, or chill in your own private space.
We love hearing about your travels, learning about your culture and making friends from all over the world.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Our garden needs a lot of maintenance, such as sweeping, raking, clearing, pruning, mulching, and planting. Sometimes I need to take materials to be recycled. I can't do it all myself and often need help.
If you stay with us, you would help in the garden, learn about permaculture, and also learn about Australian native plants.
We would share cooking and conversation in the evening.
On weekends I often go for bush walks which you would be welocme to join to see more of our beautiful area.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner
Chinese (Cantonese): BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
We have a house in a suburban area. You will have your own private bedroom with a double bed, desk and wardrobe.
You will share a bathroom with my son.
We are a house of omnivores but are happy to work with vegetarians.
What else ...
There is so much to do around our area. Surfing, swimming, walking - it is an outdoor lifestyle paradise. We are only a 40 min bus ride to the centre of Sydney. 20 min from Manly. It's easy to access by public transport.
Our house is a no-smoking / no-vaping house.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Stella (1 year)
Stella is a ball of energy. Mini Schnauzer. Loves walks and belly rubs in between chewing toys.
Banjo (14 years)
Calm old man. Quite the gentleman. Mini Schnauzer. Likes walks and ear scritches.
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