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13 May 2024
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we have a small dairy farm 3km from Collingwood. We have one teenager at home now. We are generally gluten free but can offer gluten toast/ oats. Please bring your own snacks, chocolate or sweets. We offer three good meals per day and expect some work with various things. We are on the road to Farewell Spit at the top of the south island. Here we are surrounded by beautiful bush, big rivers and a great coast line, all 3km from the village and 20mins to Takaka.
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
We always spend time talking to our travellers and encourage them to walk around the farm, see the milking.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We are looking for help with housekeeping and the domestic routine. You will need to be flexible, kind, tolerant and wanting a full kiwi experience in all aspects of a busy working house and farm.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
double room inside
What else ...
We cook meals and don't mind if you are vegetarian but we are a working farm and eat our own raised meat and other animal products.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Host ref number: 623784414242
Feedback (4)
12 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jake & Armonie)
Jake and Armonie were outstanding guests and helpers. They were excellent in all tasks, and made a huge difference to our family and environment for 2 1/2wks. The children loved having them around and they seemed to enjoy their time here too. It was easy to have them stay and we would love to have them back if they wish. I would highly recommend… read more
(Excellent
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4 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jake & Armonie) for host
We had a fantastic time with Deborah, Tim and their three children Alvin, Bonnie and Royce. We immediately felt welcome in the family environment. We are a couple so Jake predominately helped on the farm, and Armonie inside the house, however we both learnt so much about the dynamics of a dairy farm. The jobs were varied and enjoyable and never… read more
10 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Camille & Anaïs) for host
We discovered during one week, how a farm is working.
Deborah and Tim are so kindful people and very grateful for the job we did and it was appreciable !
Their house is well located to discover the north of the cost, like Farewell Spit. We felt integrated in the family and we spent very nice moments with them during afternoons.
Thank you to… read more
Deborah and Tim are so kindful people and very grateful for the job we did and it was appreciable !
Their house is well located to discover the north of the cost, like Farewell Spit. We felt integrated in the family and we spent very nice moments with them during afternoons.
Thank you to… read more
5 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Maria)
Maria came at a hard time for us, as we were really busy and had alot of end of year things to finish. She fitted in so well and we were grateful for her presence. Maria is a great worker and wonderful personality to have around. The children enjoyed her company without feeling they had to, which is really important for us for the children to be… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Maria) for host
Deborah, Tim and the kids were great to spend my 3 weeks with. I helped with the garden, the kids and organizing the house. The kids were fun, I had many good convos with Deborah and Tim, learned a lot about farming, and felt included in their activities. They let me use their bike to get into town and beaches. If you don’t mind getting a bit… read more
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12 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jake & Armonie)
Jake and Armonie were outstanding guests and helpers. They were excellent in all tasks, and made a huge difference to our family and environment for 2 1/2wks. The children loved having them around and they seemed to enjoy their time here too. It was easy to have them stay and we would love to have them back if they wish. I would highly recommend… read more
(Excellent)
4 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jake & Armonie) for host
We had a fantastic time with Deborah, Tim and their three children Alvin, Bonnie and Royce. We immediately felt welcome in the family environment. We are a couple so Jake predominately helped on the farm, and Armonie inside the house, however we both learnt so much about the dynamics of a dairy farm. The jobs were varied and enjoyable and never… read more
10 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Camille & Anaïs) for host
We discovered during one week, how a farm is working.
Deborah and Tim are so kindful people and very grateful for the job we did and it was appreciable !
Their house is well located to discover the north of the cost, like Farewell Spit. We felt integrated in the family and we spent very nice moments with them during afternoons.
Thank you to… read more
Deborah and Tim are so kindful people and very grateful for the job we did and it was appreciable !
Their house is well located to discover the north of the cost, like Farewell Spit. We felt integrated in the family and we spent very nice moments with them during afternoons.
Thank you to… read more
5 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Maria)
Maria came at a hard time for us, as we were really busy and had alot of end of year things to finish. She fitted in so well and we were grateful for her presence. Maria is a great worker and wonderful personality to have around. The children enjoyed her company without feeling they had to, which is really important for us for the children to be… read more
(Excellent)
25 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Maria) for host
Deborah, Tim and the kids were great to spend my 3 weeks with. I helped with the garden, the kids and organizing the house. The kids were fun, I had many good convos with Deborah and Tim, learned a lot about farming, and felt included in their activities. They let me use their bike to get into town and beaches. If you don’t mind getting a bit… read more
22 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Tabea & Louisa)
Thanks to these two young women who were really respectful, happy to work and fitted in well in our house. It was great they went on the kayaks and were brave to undertake all tasks. they were really helpful and knew when to get things done. i would really recommend them to anyone who wants good help.
(Excellent)
25 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Tabea & Louisa) for host
Deborah and Tim are very lovely Hosts!
We can only recommend staying with them as we had a great time at their place! Deborah is a great cook and makes everything she can by herself (yoghurt, butter, muesli, everything!) which we found pretty awesome. She also helped us to find things to do in our time off - and there is plenty to do! We stayed… read more
We can only recommend staying with them as we had a great time at their place! Deborah is a great cook and makes everything she can by herself (yoghurt, butter, muesli, everything!) which we found pretty awesome. She also helped us to find things to do in our time off - and there is plenty to do! We stayed… read more
