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Help a family with gardening on the beautiful East Coast, Tolaga Bay, New Zealand

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  • Description

    Description

    Come spend sometime on the beautiful East Coast of New Zealand

    We are a family of 4 my husband (farmer) and I (teacher) and our 2 childten 12 & 14. We live on a sheep and beef farm on the East Coast. Looking for 1 or 2 people.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Babysitting and creative play
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
    House & pet sitting
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We live on a large sheep and beef farm, so if you want the opportunity to experience the workings of a real NZ farm. We have pets you can hang out with, 2 cats one pet dog and a 3 pet sheep. You can go on farm walks, or just relax in the afternoons taking in the view. Visit one of the local beaches, borrowing a surfboard or fishing rod.
    I am also a primary school teacher part-time at the local school so opportunities to attend school activities or even visit are possible.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    Most help usually in and around the garden, planting, weeding, cutting back and general garden maintenance. If weather isn't great outside, then help in the house and a bit of painting.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Own bedroom in family house with a queen bed. Three meals a day in return for 4 hours work in the morning, help yourself to breakfast and lunch and then I am happy to cook dinner unless you wish to.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Own transport is a must, as we are 45minutes from the main city Gisborne and there is no public transport and this allows you to explore what the area has to offer. The beautiful beaches of the East Coast are only minutes away, take a swim, surf or fish. The famous Tolaga Bay wharf is also only a 5 minute drive where you can take a walk down or if feeling brave jump off. Also, there is the Cooks Cove walk, which takes in a mixture of farmland and native bush not to mention views of the coast and sea.

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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

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • 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 serene outdoor scene, featuring a house with a large yard and a fence, surrounded by trees and bushes, with a clear sky and a sense of tranquility.
The image depicts a collection of fresh produce, including plump tomatoes, vibrant green peppers, and crisp leafy greens, arranged neatly on a table or countertop.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a well-manicured lawn with a row of trees and bushes, complemented by a stone pathway and a wooden fence in the background.
The image depicts a young girl in a wetsuit standing at the edge of a body of water, with a cliff and people in the background.
The image depicts two individuals swimming in the ocean, with a wooden dock and a pair of flip-flops visible in the foreground. The scene is set against a serene backdrop.
The image depicts a serene natural landscape featuring a cave, lush greenery, and a body of water, evoking a sense of tranquility and connection to nature.
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The image depicts a scenic bridge with a railing on either side, spanning a body of water and leading to a mountainous landscape under a cloudy sky.
The image depicts three children playing in the ocean, with one child lying on a boogie board and two others standing in the water, all wearing swimsuits.
The image depicts a serene dirt road winding through rolling hills, flanked by vibrant purple and white flowers, set against a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a serene landscape featuring rolling hills, a winding road, and a diverse array of wildflowers and grasses, set against a clear blue sky.
The image shows a group of people, likely a family, enjoying a day outdoors together. They are gathered around a vehicle, possibly a truck or SUV, with a dog present in the scene.
The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a herd of black and brown cows grazing in a lush green field, set against the backdrop of rolling hills.

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