Welcome to Tasmania. Help needed to construct retaining walls, frog ponds, conservatory, pathways, fencing and general maintenance. Australia

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Please do not include me in a group message to hosts. Workers need to have work cover/accident insurance, protective work boots and clothing and provide their own sun screen lotion.
G'day, my name is Sandi. I am a retired gardener, keen fisherman and touring cyclist. I am developing my retirement retreat set on three acres overlooking the rural village of St Marys and Break O'Day valley. St Marys has all the essentials of life and close to the east coast and surrounding national parks and bushlands. My life is relaxed, content, yet full of excitement.
Type of help
Gardening
Building
General Maintenance
Cooking / shopping
Help in the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Life is a two way street. You only get back what you give. I like art, cooking, dogs, fishing, reading, a diverse range of music, discussing world events, the natural environment, quiet times, meeting people, sharing stories and long distance bicycle touring. Most importantly, I am open to all cultural mixes.
Help
Please bring some common sense, positive attitude and a willingness to help with what ever is priority. Some practical skills would be fantastic. Current projects include construction of retaining walls, frog ponds, pathways, fencing, new plantings, collecting rocks for landscaping and general maintenance.
Languages spoken
English
Accommodation
I live alone in a comfortable four bedroom, two bathroom house. Household duties are shared by all. Workers have a choise of three double bedrooms with shared bathroom and full use of the house facilities. Please note I do not have a television, preferring to listen to music, radio and talk with my visitors. My diet is mainly vegetarian with some fish and chicken. Internet available at local library, cafes and community wifi. Alcohol in moderation is okay but you provide. No smokers or illegal drugs users.
What else ...
Visitors are welcome to join me fishing, walking, drives throughout my region or just sitting on the veranda soaking up the view. St Marys is well positioned to explore the east coast, midlands, Launceston and North East region of Tasmania and is serviced daily by Carlow's Coaches from Launceston.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week

Photos

Recent pathway project

Local beach 13 km

Helping Hands wall

View over St Marys

A typical Catch from Scamander Beach

Helper accommodation

Feedback left by and about host (23)

02/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Jay & Debbi)

After some planning and cross Pacific communications Jay and Debbie arrived here ready for a fun ten days. We exchanged life experiences, thoughts and ideas, jokes, stories and generational connections. We did do some work but what I find with the likes of Jay and Debbie is that WorkAway is more about a cultural exchange where both worker and host… read more

(Excellent )

30/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jay & Debbi) for host

We stayed with Sandi for ten days, and for us it was a perfect amount of time. Sandi is very knowledgeable and willing to teach us about gardening and horticulture. While there, we did work on his property that helped him prepare for winter, and part of the time we worked with him on his neighbor's property. Both experiences were great. His home… read more

(Excellent )

31/01/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Pamela & David)

Pam and David came here at a busy time. Trees needed watering, chicken housing needed building, fruit needed harvesting, wine bottles needed opening, food need cooking, world issues needed solving, camp fires need building and friendships made. Thoroughly enjoy Pam and David’s contribution here. Go well and best wishes, Sandi.

(Excellent )

31/01/2018

Left by Workawayer (Pamela & David) for host

What an enjoyable week we experienced in the community of St Mary’s and in the home of a generous welcoming guy. Conversations were engaging, the view magnificent and the food superb. A fair exchange for some honest contributions.
Work away allows for the wonderful experience of being able to drop into someone else’s slice of paradise. Fun to be a… read more

(Excellent )

21/12/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Shohei)

Shohei is a fantastic member to add to any WorkAway team. Alway happy to help out with what ever was priority and at the ready to go fishing, visit happy hour at the pub, explore subjects rarely discussed and share in the house cleaning. I totally enjoyed Chohie’s presence and much appreciated his assistance. A true Gentleman is Chohie who I… read more

(Excellent )

13/12/2017

Left by Workawayer (Shohei) for host

This is my first experience to use work away. I spend wonderful two weeks in Sandi planet. I usually help Sandi's planet expanding. He taught me how can I built up rock walls and work safely.
This two weeks make my life colorful and suggest oppsion. Thank you for everything.

(Excellent )

05/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (Sebastien) for host

I stayed with Sandi for four weeks. It was an amazing time. Sandi took the time teach me the art of gardening and horticulture. I came in knowing very little and he took the time to answer my constant stream of questions both about gardening and life in general. We had some absolutely fantastic discussions while drinking some wonderful wine.… read more

(Excellent )

16/04/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Anaïs)

Thanks for all your assistance and contribution Anais. Happy to help with whatever was priority and keen to learn new skills such as fishing. Go well and I wish you every success with your future endeavours. Regards, Sandi

(Excellent )

15/04/2017

Left by Workawayer (Anaïs) for host

I had really a great time here! The house is perfect for backpackers. The food was excellent (3 stars for the chief Sandi!). I enjoyed to met Sandi's friends who are living in St Marys. I took my first fishing lessons and I catch three fishes thanks to Sandi :) We had very nice talking in the veranda with the beautiful view and a cup of tea or a… read more

(Excellent )

12/02/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Judith)

Our place is much the better for welcoming Judith. Plenty of laughter, making jam, sharing stories, clearing fallen branches to raking rocks, discovering beaches and making new connections.
Thanks again for visiting Judith.

(Excellent )

08/02/2017

Left by Workawayer (Judith) for host

What an amazing time I had with Sandy in his property. He tought me a lot about growing apples, pears, plums not to mention nuts, grapes and berries.
Sandy is patient, wise and willing to share his knowledge about gardening and life in general, including (depth).
Sandy knows when to stop work and when to start to relax with a beer/wine and a… read more

(Excellent )

05/02/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Christin)

What a joy it was for me and my other helpers to be with Christin. Three languages, smiles galore, endless cakes, calming influence, enjoys laughing and happy to do whatever was priority. A host cannot ask for more. Go well Christin and best wishes for your future life endeavours. Sandi.

(Excellent )

04/02/2017

Left by Workawayer (Christin) for host

"G'day mate, how are you goin'?!:)"

This was one of the most basic things of the Australian culture, Sandy knew how to teach me. He is a really inspiring person, living far away from the life of a usual retired person. He will give you life lessons about gardening and cooking, but especially about how to survive without a lot of things. His… read more

(Excellent )

24/02/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Craig)

Craig arrived at an opportune moment after recent rains. Grass needing mowing, trees needed mulching, fish needed catching, tea needed brewing, stories needed sharing and connections made. A seasoned traveller and helper is Craig. Worth hosting should you need honest, hard work. Tight lines Craig and go well in health and life. Regards, Sandi.

(Excellent )

24/02/2016

Left by Workawayer (Craig) for host

I had a great time staying with Sandi (and Skye) in St Marys.
Good food and good company.
The early starts worked well for me - fortunately the weather was excellent.
We managed to get quite a lot of things done during my stay - lots of work out around the property.
As a bonus Sandi invited me along to a few fishing trips in the local area,… read more

(Excellent )

23/02/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Vincent)

Vinny Vinny Vinny. Give me a bus load of Vinnys any day. Didn't matter what there was to do Vinny was there in the thick of it, especially after flooding rains. Out he went in the pouring rain with his mackintosh and Wellington boots to repair damaged fences. Over and above all expectations of what helpers normally give of themselves. A host… read more

(Excellent )

23/02/2016

Left by Workawayer (Vincent) for host

Well I don't know where to start...
Sandi and Skye was very welcoming and instantly I felt comfortable and relaxed the moment I arrived, the accommodation was very comfortable and the food was excellent! I really enjoyed my time here and the company with Sandi was just amazing...I have never laughed so much with his sense of humour and jokes.… read more

(Excellent )

18/11/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Jiunn Yi & Li Yi)

Jiunn and Li were fun to be with during their stay here. Always eager to help and have a go at whatever was priority at the time. Jiunn is a liberated man in the kitchen and Li happy to assume dog duty. Both reminded me of my own children so I am biased towards Jiunn and Li. I thoroughly enjoy their visit and appreciated their help. Hoping to see… read more

(Excellent )

18/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Jiunn Yi & Li Yi) for host

We stayed here for a week and we had learnt so much from him. Sandi is an adventurous, conversational, humorous and wise men. He taught us to value life from his perspective, life can be simple, one doesn't need much and we truly felt the same when we were in Sandi's planet. We really enjoyed our stay at his place by converse about interesting… read more

(Excellent )

18/11/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Clara)

It will be wonderful to welcome Clara back one day. I loved Clara's humour, smiling face, enthusiasm to have a go and willingness to experience different worlds. My new Singaporian Grand Daughter has left her mark on my wall and her personality in my mind. A total joy to be hosted is Clara. I'll be waiting for her return. Sandi

(Excellent )

18/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Clara) for host

Sandi is a eccentric
( the good kind ), funny, very interesting kind "young" man. Hehe, self adopted myself to Grandpa Sandi.

What was provided to me was a very comfortable private room with good amount of duvets and blankets during my entire stay of 6days.

I felt really safe and enjoyed my time there. Excellent food, good company when he had… read more

(Excellent )

17/11/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Emily & Luke)

Ben and Emily graced my wee planet with their zest for life's riches and rewards and were content and comfortable with the simpleness of my existence. WE had an absolute hoot of a time together exploring topics usually kept in closets, adding to the Great Walls here, veranda gazing and sharing our lives in safe territory. I felt extremely honoured… read more

(Excellent )

17/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Emily & Luke) for host

This place is a must-visit if you are wanting to get to Tassie. Sandi is a wonderful, kind, interesting and funny guy who will make your stay well worth it. Skye is a snuggler and will always want more of your attention; you can't help but give it to her!

Sandi makes you feel comfortable on day one by giving you a walk around his 3 acres of… read more

(Excellent )

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