Eco building, appropriate technology, community, creating and loving together in Oamaru, New Zealand

New Zealand

updated

Favourited 355 times

Host rating
Feedback
8
Last activity
18/10/2019
Nº of Facebook friends
1486
Reply rate
55.0 %
Average reply time:
within 10 days
Badges

Map

Availability

2019

Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

What's this?

Details

Description
> This property aims to create a sustainable habitat based in and around a 12000 cubic meter earth sculpture <
Happenings include organic gardens, metal and wood work, experimental and ecological building, landscaping and permaculture design, appropriate technology, community building festivals, learning resilience.
Type of help
Gardening
Building
General Maintenance
Cooking / shopping
Other
Help with Eco project
Help in the house
Art project
Help with Computers / internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Here you can learn a lot of high value skills depending on your interests and what is going on when you arrive.

Motivation and a conscious approach to life is key to a rewarding experience here.

You can learn about organic gardening, experimental eco-building, living in community, taking a DIY approach to creating a life you want to live, expanding creativity, property development and maintenance.

You can learn different skills helping with our 2 festivals - a mix of music, arts, sustainability and community

Recreational activities include: sculpture & art (materials and tools available), plenty of movies / documentaries on political and environmental subjects. A well known bike trail is close by for exploring surrounding landscapes. Good music, good out door sound system. Playing with a wild and happy child. Conversations about our world and tyhe positive changes we are trying to create. Beautiful spaces to relax, meditate, contemplate, create, etc.
Help
From the beginning of October we are looking for help with gardening, property maintenance, and building projects.

If you are interested in helping out in the preparation of our New Years festival we will be looking for help from November onward - send us a message if you are curious.
Languages spoken
English
Accommodation
Accommodation includes eco-buildings including a renovated old bus, tiny houses, experimental structures, a caravan and tent spaces. Bedding provided. Wood fires for warmth. Some spaces have cooking facilities and there is also a large communal kitchen with open fire and lounge space. All toilets are composting. There are shared shower and laundry facilities including a outdoor fire heated bath and shower.
What else ...
We are located 20 minutes away from Oamaru, an historical town that is known for his Victorian Heritage Festival and steampunk movement.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
4-5 hours a day, 6 days a week

Photos

Show all photos

Feedback left by and about host (8)

08/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Michaela ) for host

I stayed in Pete place over month ! And it was amazing:) I met very beautiful people, I learned how to make bread and lots of fermented stuff.
Work wasn’t hard it was actually really enjoyable.
I was very happy that I was able to express myself in any way and people there were respectful and lovely. I had really nice connection with them !
The… read more

(Excellent )

25/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Sam Jaime ) for host

We only stayed for a week, but it was a nice experience. We learned some basic building skills and installed solar panels on the roof. The atmosphere was nice, with good food and kind people. Helping Claire and Greg with their tiny house was our favourite part! The only thing I had some trouble with was our sleeping place and the shower, which to… read more

(Very good )

28/01/2018

Left by Workawayer (SUNGJAE) for host

Home in new zealand,

The first place which made me think of living in NZ.
I don't remember how many days i stayed here.
It's just the best place for me.
Relax, freedom, and lots of inspiration.
Gera told me that i was lucky to find this place while i was staying in nz for only 3months. I agree that.
I met so many good friends here, as well.

I… read more

(Excellent )

06/01/2018

Left by Workawayer (Elodie) for host

Sorry for this late feedback!
I spent five unforgettable weeks at this little haven of peace called the Arena. I wish I stayed longer but couldn't.
Pete is a lovely host, always joyful, patient and willing to share.
I highly recommand this workaway experience if you want to learn various skills and feel useful. During my stay I participated… read more

(Excellent )

04/12/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Austin & Mary)

Mary and Austin came for 3 weeks.. they are lovely people...they are new to this kind of life, they are good communicators ,they worked very well with the tasked set for them. i would love to have them come back any time

(Excellent )

27/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Austin & Mary) for host

We stayed with Peter for two weeks, and it was incredible experience. He has created a place of hospitality, openness, and radical acceptance. The Arena is a magical and sacred space, and we feel so honored to have witnessed it.
Peter is always eager to share his skills and teach them to others, and is patient as people learn and grow.
With so… read more

(Excellent )

08/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Margot & Louis) for host

We stayed five weeks in the beautiful Winsdor Arena. We did all kind of works: gardening, building walls, repairing roofs, learning how to use many different tools and our hands. The atmosphere there is so peaceful, Pete was so warm and friendly. He taught us a lot, always clearly and patiently. Time there just flew by. His lifestyle encourages… read more

(Excellent )

25/04/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jolanta) for host

I can easily call this place my second home. Peter is an amazing person that inspired me so much in terms of my life plans and the way how I want to live. He gives all lots of freedom, let to be creative and fully yourself as well he teaches many many practical skills. I learn lots of practical things about permaculture, building, cooking and… read more

(Excellent )

Please log in and visit this profile to leave your feedback.

Host ref number: 548265865321

Homestays, Volunteering & Working Holidays in New Zealand Homestays, Volunteering & Working Holidays in Oceania Homestays, Volunteering & Working Holidays in Otago Community New Zealand Other New Zealand Last minute Homestays, Volunteering & Working Holidays in New Zealand

To contact a host, please login with your username and password or register with workaway.info.

My host list0