The image depicts a brown dog with white fur on its chest, wearing a collar, in front of a laptop and a painting on the wall.
The image depicts three dogs lying on a deck, with two dogs resting on a dog bed and the third lying beside it, all facing the camera.
The image depicts two dogs standing in a fenced yard, with the sun casting shadows on the grass and trees visible in the background.
The image depicts two dogs running on a beach at sunset, with the sun setting over the ocean in the background, creating a serene atmosphere.
A woman kneels in a dirt field, surrounded by two dogs, one lying down and the other standing, with a chain link fence and trees in the background.
The image depicts a woman reclining on a couch outdoors, surrounded by three dogs. She is dressed in a light grey sweater and has her hair pulled back.
The image features a medium-sized dog with a shaggy, sandy-brown coat, proudly holding a dirty tennis ball in its mouth.
The image depicts a dog running in a field, with a fence visible in the background. The dog is mid-stride, and the scene appears to be set in a rural area.
The image depicts a woman cradling a small brown dog, with lush green plants serving as a backdrop. The woman's attire and the dog's expression are notable.
The image shows a group of small dogs, likely puppies, with short tails, standing together in a grassy area, possibly a park or yard, with a few trees visible in the background.
The image depicts a black puppy standing in the grass, with a red and grey tunnel behind it, set against a blurred background of trees and grass.
The image depicts two women standing in a grassy area, with one holding a small white dog. The women are dressed in casual attire.
The image depicts a white dog with brown markings, likely a mother, lying on a blue blanket with a cloud pattern, surrounded by five newborn puppies.
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Join our dogs and development of a productive Northern NSW, Australia.

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    Description

    We are now based permanently in Northern Rivers region (20 mins from Byron Bay, NSW) and will no longer be able to offer a Brisbane experience. Our program has significantly decreased and we will have limited Workaway opportunities in 2026. That said, we still love having Workawayers and the exchange it offers us all so if you think you're a fabulous fit - be in touch.

    Thanks for your interest in our program - please check our calendar before sending an email as we are often fully booked. We have recently moved back to northern New South Wales. Our main project at the moment is landscaping and creating a veggie garden.

    Our volunteering is flexible and we try and make sure your time is spent productively but also allows time off so you can explore the area. In the Summer starts are early to avoid the heat so if you are not early risers (or happy to be temporarily) then this might not be the workaway experience for you. You can expect to help up to 5 hours a day though at times, we work short days depending on the weather.

    I have been a nurse/ midwife (now retired) and am a breeder of Australian Labradoodles so we will need help with our dog breeding program when we have puppies. We welcome enthusiastic volunteers who might want to spend some quality time in the outdoors, who are not afraid to get their hands dirty and want to help rear our puppies. We have a clutch of chickens who like to free range and keep us in supply of yummy eggs.

    If you have specific handyman/ woman skills or e-publishing skills please let us know.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    Animal Care
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Over the years we have been involved with Workaway our volunteers have learnt lots about dogs, dog training and the importance of early puppy socialisation. They have expanded their appreciation of the time and effort that goes into a quality dog breeding program and some have even seen puppies being born - we don't promise that experience though :) In general we feel people share good food and conversation and heaps of puppy cuddles - many people miss their own dogs when they are travelling and we are happy to share ours with you!

  • Help

    Help

    Help ranges from
    - Gardening: yard maintenance, working the compost heap, planting seasonal productive gardens
    - Dog breeding program: general caring for our dogs and newborn puppies, walking dogs, socialising puppies, cleaning our puppy areas. We are happy to teach you about what we do.

    You can also assist with photography, website stuff and general household cleaning / cooking.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent

    This 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

    Accommodation

    We have a spare room in our home and guest bathroom. We are a gentle stroll from the beach and local shop / café. Its about 20 min walk to the local shopping precinct and for more options its a bus ride away - Mullumbimby is about 30min .

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Volunteers need to be self motivated once they have been shown what is required and be mature and responsible in the care of young animals.

    Our Labradoodles are non-shedding however as we have other pets, this opportunity is not suitable for people who have
    allergies to animals, especially pet hair. Nor is it a placement suitable for people who are timid or afraid of dogs.
    Our home is a non-smoking home. For meals, volunteers are welcome (and encouraged) to share the cooking. Basic breakfast, tea and coffee is always available and we have a well stocked pantry. Happy to accommodate vegetarians or those with specific dietary needs.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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The image depicts three dogs lying on a deck, with two dogs resting on a dog bed and the third lying beside it, all facing the camera.
The image depicts two dogs standing in a fenced yard, with the sun casting shadows on the grass and trees visible in the background.
The image depicts two dogs running on a beach at sunset, with the sun setting over the ocean in the background, creating a serene atmosphere.
A woman kneels in a dirt field, surrounded by two dogs, one lying down and the other standing, with a chain link fence and trees in the background.
The image depicts a woman reclining on a couch outdoors, surrounded by three dogs. She is dressed in a light grey sweater and has her hair pulled back.
The image features a medium-sized dog with a shaggy, sandy-brown coat, proudly holding a dirty tennis ball in its mouth.
The image depicts a dog running in a field, with a fence visible in the background. The dog is mid-stride, and the scene appears to be set in a rural area.
The image depicts a woman cradling a small brown dog, with lush green plants serving as a backdrop. The woman's attire and the dog's expression are notable.
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The image shows a group of small dogs, likely puppies, with short tails, standing together in a grassy area, possibly a park or yard, with a few trees visible in the background.
The image depicts a black puppy standing in the grass, with a red and grey tunnel behind it, set against a blurred background of trees and grass.
The image depicts two women standing in a grassy area, with one holding a small white dog. The women are dressed in casual attire.
The image depicts a white dog with brown markings, likely a mother, lying on a blue blanket with a cloud pattern, surrounded by five newborn puppies.
The image depicts a brown dog with white fur on its chest, wearing a collar, in front of a laptop and a painting on the wall.

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