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12 Jul 2025
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Short stays for help in home and garden. reliable and trustworthy single person only. 5 minute shower. Must like pets, non smoker in private home, nice area close to everything, buses, trams, train. Morning work for 2 hrs. You are free to do your own cooking, I may drive you to the tram stop in Brunswick or Coburg for you to explore Melbourne. Can advise on many activities for you to see and explore in Melbourne. Proof of identity on arrival is required, eg, passport. Longer stays for the right person offered.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
House sitting
Interests
Pets
Movies & TV
Events & social
Cooking & food
Beach
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Free single accommodation and learning cleaning and gardening techniques. Information on what Melbourne offers and places of interest. Can help you with learning English.
Help
Retired lady would welcome help with housework and gardening. Information on computer skills., 2 hrs work, assisting in home and garden, etc. cooking dinner meal.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Single room in private home with retired lady, a quite lovely suburb with park nearby.
What else ...
close to WEst Coburg Tram 58, stop 41, buses nearby, 512 and 510.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Pearl and Casper
Host ref number: 747249145192
Feedback (12)
16 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Aika) for host
This was my first experience in Australia. I had a great time for a week. My tasks were not difficult. I learned a lot from Julie. Thank you for your kindness!
15 Dec 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Aika)
Aika was a pleasure to have stay for a week assisting in housework, vacuuming and cleaning and organising, worked well together, a lovely person, kind and polite, she will be a pleasure for your stay.
(Excellent
)
30 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Holly)
Holly was a great help with choirs around the house, good organisational skills, pleasant personality and an asset to the host, most recommended.
(Excellent
)
30 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Holly) for host
I have loved my time with Julie, we had great conversations, and I’ve enjoyed hearing about the amazing places she has visited.
Julie has a cute cat (Mertle) and also feeds some strays. This demonstrates how kind and caring Julie is.
I helped Julie sort and clear her house. Some days we dropped donations at the op shops then Julie would drop… read more
Julie has a cute cat (Mertle) and also feeds some strays. This demonstrates how kind and caring Julie is.
I helped Julie sort and clear her house. Some days we dropped donations at the op shops then Julie would drop… read more
29 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Maxvdg4) for host
I only had a short stay with Julie but I enjoyed it. She lives in a nice neighbourhood close to the city. The work was good and Julie is a very kind person.
25 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Maxvdg4)
Max was a multi talented worker, prunning trees and preparing room for painting, an honest worker and most recommended to hosts. Lucky to have him.
(Excellent
)
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16 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Aika) for host
This was my first experience in Australia. I had a great time for a week. My tasks were not difficult. I learned a lot from Julie. Thank you for your kindness!
15 Dec 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Aika)
Aika was a pleasure to have stay for a week assisting in housework, vacuuming and cleaning and organising, worked well together, a lovely person, kind and polite, she will be a pleasure for your stay.
(Excellent)
30 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Holly)
Holly was a great help with choirs around the house, good organisational skills, pleasant personality and an asset to the host, most recommended.
(Excellent)
30 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Holly) for host
I have loved my time with Julie, we had great conversations, and I’ve enjoyed hearing about the amazing places she has visited.
Julie has a cute cat (Mertle) and also feeds some strays. This demonstrates how kind and caring Julie is.
I helped Julie sort and clear her house. Some days we dropped donations at the op shops then Julie would drop… read more
Julie has a cute cat (Mertle) and also feeds some strays. This demonstrates how kind and caring Julie is.
I helped Julie sort and clear her house. Some days we dropped donations at the op shops then Julie would drop… read more
29 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Maxvdg4) for host
I only had a short stay with Julie but I enjoyed it. She lives in a nice neighbourhood close to the city. The work was good and Julie is a very kind person.
25 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Maxvdg4)
Max was a multi talented worker, prunning trees and preparing room for painting, an honest worker and most recommended to hosts. Lucky to have him.
(Excellent)
24 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Kerven) for host
Julie was a great host. It was a good experience as my first workaway. She respected her rule of 2 hours of work for one night. She lives in a nice suburban city which is not too far from CBD. I recommend her.
10 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Kerven)
Kerven was a great worker cutting and pruning trees and hedges, job well done. also tidied garden. An honest worker and respectful personality. recommended to hosts.
(Excellent)
27 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jaz)
Jaz was an excellent helper who can help on her own doing choirs in the garden. She will be a great asset to your stay, capable of doing any task you require. a pleasant personality.
(Excellent)
8 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Firdaus)
Firdaus was a pleasure to have stay for a few days working the the garden weeding and pruning trees, a good job done, he is pleasant and honest worker and will work well for hosts, highly recommended.
(Excellent)
26 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Noami) for host
This was my first workaway home in Australia, and Julie was kind and made me feel comfortable.
Her house is also close to the CBD, so the location is great. I will miss the days spent at Julie's house. I would also like to thank my roommates. The crepes were great！
Her house is also close to the CBD, so the location is great. I will miss the days spent at Julie's house. I would also like to thank my roommates. The crepes were great！
26 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Noami)
Naomi was a honest and good worker helping me for a few days with housework, enjoyed having her stay, I recommend her for your placement.
(Excellent)
4 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Asami)
Loved having Asami stay with me for 3 weeks, she assisted with home duties and garden. Looked after pets whilst I was away. Kept in contact during this time. A good experience for both of us. hope to see you again.
(Excellent)
19 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jonathan)
Jonathan stayed for 4 nights helping with garden and home duties, worked well for 2 hrs each morning. an honest and reliable worker.
(Excellent)
2 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
I really enjoyed my stay at Julies home! It was very cozy and Julie is a lovely lady! We had nice conversations and the cats are lovely as well. I would have liked to stay a bit longer.
I did some garden and cleaning work which was fun. I would definitely recommend her as a host.
I did some garden and cleaning work which was fun. I would definitely recommend her as a host.
1 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lotte)
Info notice: Workawayer cancelled stay or there was a no show at the last minute
(Workawayer cancelled last minute / no-show )
21 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Benjamin)
Benjamin pruned trees and tidying garden, he also helped with housework, stays 5 nights walking dog every morning. He is a polite and eager to please person.
(Excellent)
5 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (LIQIN)
Thank you Miranda for your kind review, glad you enjoyed your stay and continue having fun travelling to Queensland. May see you again.
(Excellent)
4 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (LIQIN) for host
I enjoyed staying here with Julie and taking care of Willem and Pearl and Momo.
It was nice to walk Willem and ensure that he is fed, and I appreciate the trust that Julie has placed in me to care for her furry friends.
The private room provided to me during my stay was also a wonderful touch, and the view of the back garden was really… read more
It was nice to walk Willem and ensure that he is fed, and I appreciate the trust that Julie has placed in me to care for her furry friends.
The private room provided to me during my stay was also a wonderful touch, and the view of the back garden was really… read more
15 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lilli)
Enjoyed having Lilli stay helping me with garden and home duties, Walking dog daily, happy travels Lilli.
(Excellent)
1 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (TZU YIN)
Joyce was a lovely person and a good worker, it was a pleasure having you stay with me and having your help with home and garden duties, safe travels and I hope to see you again, you are welcome to return again. Hosts would be lucky to have you stay with them.
(Excellent)
31 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (TZU YIN) for host
I stayed with Julie for about three weeks and it was a wonderful experience. I took Willem for walk and helped with work every morning. Julie is very nice. She gave me advice on things to do in Melbourne and dropped me at the tram station. The accommodation is comfortable and lovely with the company of cute pets. I really enjoyed my stay here.… read more
3 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Beryl & Brenda) for host
I stayed by myself for about a week in late nov. it was lovely getting to meet the senior pets at home :)
Things to help out with usually worked itself out during the morning: what I've done together with julie were weeding the gardens, hanging laundry, car cleaning, floor cleaning, shopping at bunnings. willem the corgi needs his daily 9am… read more
Things to help out with usually worked itself out during the morning: what I've done together with julie were weeding the gardens, hanging laundry, car cleaning, floor cleaning, shopping at bunnings. willem the corgi needs his daily 9am… read more
30 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Beryl & Brenda)
Beryl was a delight having her stay assisting me with household and garden choirs, good company and a wonderful worker. Hope to welcome you back again in the future.
(Excellent)
1 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Elena01)
(Negative)
20 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Sabrina)
Enjoyed having Sabrina stay and assist me with home duties, polite and eager to please. Will be an asset for your placement. Thank you Sabrina.
(Excellent)
18 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (MarineC29)
Marine was a great help for me, help in garden and home duties, can recommend her for your placement.
Julie
Julie
(Excellent)
8 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Rebecca)
Rebecca is a delightful and personable person, enjoyed having her stay working in the garden and home duties. also walked dog every morning which he loved. Pets responded very well to Rebecca, a true animal lover. Good company to have in your home.
(Excellent)
25 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (GabbyRR)
Gabby showed a honest work ethic and pleasant personality, helped me with home duties and petsitting. I can recommmend her for your placement. THankyou Gabby.
(Excellent)
21 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Sahar)
it was a pleasure having you stay helping with choirs around the house and walking Willem, he loved it. Can recommend you to hosts having a pleasant personality and keen worker. You are welcome back any time.
(Excellent)
21 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Sahar) for host
I really enjoyed my time staying in Julie's house. I had my own room and privacy and the daily tasks I had to do were quite easy as walking with Willem, cleaning/ helping around the house.
Playing with the pets was something I really liked to do and miss my buddy Willem 😆
I would definitely recommend it to people who are animal lovers and… read more
Playing with the pets was something I really liked to do and miss my buddy Willem 😆
I would definitely recommend it to people who are animal lovers and… read more
5 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Carolyn) for host
I had a lovely month with Julie: good conversation, comfortable room, light work, convenient location.
Walking Willem is not onerous - he has short legs and is very slow!
Julie, thanks also for your flexibility so I could help my family overnight when required.
I'll definitely be in touch next time I'm coming to Melbourne. All the best,
Carolyn
Walking Willem is not onerous - he has short legs and is very slow!
Julie, thanks also for your flexibility so I could help my family overnight when required.
I'll definitely be in touch next time I'm coming to Melbourne. All the best,
Carolyn
4 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Carolyn)
Carolyn was a delight to have stay in my home, a honest good worker who can adapt to all duties in garden and home, walking dog morning and evening, hope she will return again, a pleasant and considerate lady.
(Excellent)
7 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Sabrina) for host
It was a great workaway experience for me. From the first second I felt welcome and comfortable at her home. For me the work never felt like "work", it was just fun. I will miss Julie and her animal roommates. Julie, thank you again for the wonderful days with you! :-)
5 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Sabrina)
Thank you so much Sabrina for your good work in the home and garden, enjoyed having you stay having a pleasant and respectful personality, if you are ever back in Aust, happy to have you again, keep in touch, I can recommend to hosts.
(Excellent)
28 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Caridad)
Cari is energetic and did good work assisting me with housework, gardening and odd jobs around the home. I can recommend her for your placement.
Julie
28th Feb
Julie
28th Feb
(Excellent)
