Come to the coast of South Australia and learn about sheep and cow farming

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I've been a workaway host now for several years and also have travelled and hosted using CS, the link to my host profile is .

Hello to all my potential hosts out there in tomorrow land , Im looking forward to meeting you .
I'm a father of four amazing young adults . I've been farming all my life, mainly sheep and cattle . Im very interested in all things pertaining to agriculture and engineering , I am interested in all things of nature. My daughter and I are heading to Ireland and would love to volunteer on a farm
Type of help
Gardening
Building
Babysitting / child care
Elderly Companion
General Maintenance
Cooking / shopping
Farmstay
Other
Help with Eco project
Help in the house
Animal care
Charity work
Language practice
Help with Computers / internet
Help
Don't be put off if only a few of the above you are comfortable with
Often the work is light , from cleaning troughs to mustering and shifting cows or sheep ,also as there is often other guests here you will be part of being hospitable , making beds through to just general socializing.
yes it does count towards 2nd year visa if this helps you
Occasionally there is opportunity for paid work ,either with me or my friends
Drivers license and happy to cook is always a good thing .
Kingston SE is a small fishing town ,we also have a beech just 2 km from home that is very quiet and excluded even though you can drive on it and it goes 150km all the way to the Murray River mouth
Languages spoken
Australian
Accommodation
modern 5 bedroom house with open fire , usually shared with other guests also WiFi
What else ...
drivers license is a big plus, the local pub is really our only true social meeting place ( smallish town)
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
3-5

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My daughter Abby and myself are your potential hosts

A roofing job all done

Oral drench/medicine for internal parasites

Dag crutching time

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Crutching time

Who doesn't love lambs

This is me at our local beech

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08/03/2020

Left by Workawayer (Lorenzo) for host

It was a really good experience staying with Jim and his friends, all good and friendly! I spent nice days in the farm working on a tractor, help with the cows , sometimes cooking , shear sheep and I learned many things! I just stayed for a week, but if I'll drive through kingston in the future I'll definitely stop here for a while. Thanks Jimmy… read more

(Excellent )

30/04/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Elina & Laura)

What a lil you beauty ! Ellie is a very intelligent young lady , don't waste this, as she will quickly adapt to any task put in front of her with very little explanation needed . Which is something I find extremely refreshing . Virtually any subject or topic she could be part of , unless she didn't want to that is , then she would simply say… read more

(Excellent )

29/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Elina & Laura) for host

These were 3 crazy weeks at Jim Jim's place. We fitted in straight away and felt like a part of family. Work was different every day, some days very easier then others. We helped out with crutching, feet inspection, vaccination, gave some tablets, shifting, counting, digging, making fence (droppers) . Checked on heffes, fed chickens, collected… read more

(Excellent )

31/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (SHIHO) for host

The encounter with Jimmy and the various experiences at his farm were very precious and wonderful for me and changed my sense of values and my view considerably. He was very patient and had a generous heart. It was scheduled for the first seven days, but he let me stay for 34 days. I'm very grateful.
I inconvenienced it because I could not… read more

(Excellent )

29/10/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (SHIHO)

Shiho,wow , I cannot recommend you enough , i've hosted over 200 guests and you are by far the most conscientious and willing helper we have ever had , you really earned our respect and admiration . you have left a big hole for anyone else to try and fill. Super thorough in all your tasks , even if you ended up bruised and sore . We will miss you… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Friedrich-W. & Irina)

Freidrich, Irina, Alysja, Katya and Sonja ,,,,, Beautiful beautiful family , so privileged to have been able to have shared some quality time together . I often say to people that families are my favourite to host , well, nothing has changed . All five fitted in easily and best of all you all, individually you brought your own piece of happiness… read more

(Excellent )

02/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Friedrich-W. & Irina) for host

We really loved staying with Jimmy and his Family. they showed us great places in the region as well as wombats and other wildlife. Working with cattle and sheep was interesting- and driving the quod always fun. Hat a Great taste of vegemite.

(Excellent )

05/12/2017

Left by Workawayer (Alexandra & Christian) for host

What an experience. At Jimmies place you never know what comes next. When we arrived Jimmy wasn't there but we were welcomed by another house guest and felt like home right away.
The house is full of life and we would bet that it will never get boring there. We helped with some foot inspection of the sheep, drafting sheep and some general… read more

(Excellent )

12/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Justin)

Happy days , Justin and Bernadette are too good ! If I had a conscience I should have paid them for the huge amount of help they gave me .
As a couple they work in perfectly together , I find it hard to imagine a situation or project any where that they wouldn't be an asset to have around , cant recommend them enough .
All the best for the… read more

(Excellent )

12/02/2017

Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host

Wish I could give more than four stars!
This is an amazing location, with genuine outback Aussie work.
From riding the farm on quad bikes to drenching sheep, spraying fields and rounding up the cattle, there is amazing and unique adventure to be found here.
JImmy is also an amazing bloke that helped me overcome a lifelong fear with patience of… read more

(Excellent )

12/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Simone)

WE thoroughly enjoyed Simones help and company , definitely recommend him .
Nice to have someone with such a cheerful disposition , a delight to have around

(Excellent )

06/05/2016

Left by Workawayer (Simone) for host

Best australian workaway experience!
Do you want to understand real life in australian ranch? Spend 10 days in Jimmy's place. Sometimes the work is really hard, other days almost free. You are a part of the family and they are happy to share time and every thing with you. I met there quite a lot of guys, someone for few time, but I suggest to… read more

(Excellent )

12/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (SUNGJAE)

J is the best , it is a rare thing to have a volunteer who can pick up what you are doing and help happily without even really understanding my horrible rural aussie English , brilliant .
Socially I thoroughly enjoyed Jz company ,
Will definitely meet again , and future hosts will also love him also Im sure .

(Excellent )

04/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (SUNGJAE) for host

I stayed only two nights because it wasn't expected, however i had very enough joy in this free space.
THe work was also fun, i was helping cutting the sheeps' fur and treating their feet clean.
Foods were very yummy, jimmy and cleaton were both good at cooking.
He was not just a good host, but cool buddy

(Excellent )

21/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (Tracey) for host

Jimmy was away for part of my stay, however I was left in the very capable hands of a long stay workaway guy...German ... excellent experience, i learned how to (and how not to!) herd mobs,drive tractors, mend fences,look after chickens...and experience good Aussie pubs.Lots of laughs and good times.. Jimmy is a big character,lively,friendly and… read more

(Excellent )

14/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Marie Paule) for host

23/6/16-18/7/16
It took me really long to brush an accurate pic of Jimmy's farm sorry about that.
The first image I will keep was how huge it was, coming from my small country. The scenery is breathtaking, as you can see so far, apart from small bushes and gum trees. You will see stunning sunrises, and some wild nature, lake, sea. Heaps of… read more

(Excellent )

20/10/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Cindy)

Cindy was great both in and outside the house , super helpful , always keen as to do her very best to get the job done ,. Cindy will make an outstanding farm wife one day for sure .
Best smile and happy personality .
All the best mate

(Excellent )

18/06/2015

Left by Workawayer (Cindy) for host

I had a really good time on Jimmy´s Farm. Don´t know how to describe it, he´s a crazy person with a big heart. If you´re willing to learn he can teach you a lot of things, from farming to building a cattle yard or fixing an engine and a lot of more. I felt like home and it was hard for me to leave after 2 months. I miss all the funny nights we… read more

(Excellent )

28/05/2015

Left by Workawayer () for host

The time we spent at Jimmy's farm is simply indescribable. only 5 days, but worth it. the work at farm was new for us but we tried to help a bit..We prepared and then helped to concrete troughs for cows. Meet a lot of locals and obtained a lot of useful information for our travels. Jimmy lent us five old cassettes into our car on the way to… read more

(Excellent )

15/04/2015

Left by Workawayer (Oliver) for host

OUTSTAAAAANDING !
Amazing big hearted person to learn from .
Sad to leave ...
Love that "one horse town" (actually really one saw one) with its welcoming people - be part of it... you will love it .
Greets to Clayton,Willi, Sharpie & Gibbo, ...you name it..the pub-herd and the mob of kiwi c***s - what a ripper :)

(Excellent )

01/02/2015

Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host

I had the most amazing time at Jimmy's farm. I don't know exactly to describe it but I guess a the word "crazy" would be most appropriate. Jimmy is a person that shares everything he has and has a heart bigger than you can imagine. From the first hour I arrived, I felt like being part of that great family of couchsurfers, shearers, Australian… read more

(Excellent )

08/11/2014

Left by Workawayer (Eric) for host

This ranch, there is much to say but I'll keep it short. I spend from mid September to Mid October at the ranch and will make a return visit. The profile is very accurate in the description of the property.
If you're comfortable with livestock you will be a great help to Jim, if you're shy or skiddish about small and large farm animals this is a… read more

(Excellent )

28/10/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Eric)

extremely keen to help out where ever and when ever he can .Eric certainly could help out any physical and mental challenge, except friggin computers ah Eric ,,grrr .
Always made for interesting conversation over a beer or scotch .
If you need some one with a wide range of both life and work experiences and more than happy to work alone or… read more

(Excellent )

08/03/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)

Anna brought happiness and good times to our farm, always happy to help and have a go ,from spraying weeds to to lamb marking ,and for those few of you have experienced lamb marking its not normally considered a girly job (like grooming horses ) but Anna done it like fun times and most certainly done her fair share of picking up , lambs that is… read more

(Excellent )

08/03/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Viktoria)

Magnificent ! absolute pleasure to host , as for work ,Victoria loves to try all the different positions that are available,from shoveling sheep shit to cleaning windows or just making new guests feel welcome on arrival
Always happy always polite always happy to have ago ,PERFECT helper . Well done Vic

(Excellent )

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