Join our active family near Newcastle in Lake Macquarie, Australia

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  Description

  Hello Workawayers! 👋
  
  We’re a busy but laid-back family of three (plus our friendly but shy cat!), with our 18-month-old daughter, Lucy. We live in Lake Macquarie, NSW - just a short drive from Redhead Beach and several other beautiful beaches near Newcastle.
  
  Both of us work - Brody is an engineer, and I (Emma) work part-time for the State Government while juggling life with a toddler. While our work keeps us busy, family time is our priority, and that’s where you come in!
  
  We’re looking for a friendly, reliable, and proactive person to help with household tasks like cooking, cleaning, laundry, and tidying. This will free up our time so we can focus on Lucy and enjoy quality moments together. Occasional babysitting may be needed, but the main role is to help keep the house running smoothly.
  
  In our free time, we love exploring Newcastle, spending time outdoors at the beach, parks, or around Lake Macquarie. If you enjoy an active, coastal lifestyle, you’ll fit right in!
  
  Experience with housework and kids is a plus, but most importantly, we want someone who will feel like part of the family.
  
  If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please get in touch. We’d love to hear more about you and see if we’d be a good match!
  
  Looking forward to hearing from you! 😊

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Gardening

  Babysitting and creative play

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Events & social

  

  Pets

  

  Van life

  

  Self development

  

  Movies & TV

  

  Gardening

  

  Music

  

  Books

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Animals

  

  Cycling

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Fitness

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Beach
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  We love diversity and enjoy learning about different cultures! We’d love for you to share your traditions, experiences, and even speak to our daughter in your native language - it’s a wonderful way for her to be exposed to different sounds and cultures from an early age.
  
  In return, we’ll share our Australian hospitality, introduce you to the Aussie way of life, and even teach you some classic Australian recipes (and slang)! We also love trying new foods, so we’d be excited for you to cook and share your favorite meals with us!

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week (up to 20hrs/week)
  
  Our needs vary depending on what’s a priority at the time, but we’re primarily looking for an in-house helper to support us with routine, everyday tasks, including:
  
  • Meal prep and cooking
  • Tidying up after meals (stacking the dishwasher, washing up)
  • Laundry (washing, folding)
  • Cleaning tasks (wiping down surfaces, fridge, pantry, oven)
  • Washing and vacuuming cars
  • Light gardening (weeding, watering)
  • Occasional help with Lucy (playing, feeding, supervising)
  
  We appreciate flexibility, as some days may be busier than others. In return, we’re happy to offer flexibility with time off, especially for long-term stays, so you can explore greater NSW at your own pace.

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent

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  Accommodation

  You’ll have a private room on the bottom floor of our five-bedroom home. Your room includes:
  • A queen-sized bed
  • A ceiling fan
  • A desk with wireless internet access that you can put your laptop on
  
  Next to your room is a bathroom with a shower and a shared toilet.
  
  Our home has plenty of shared spaces, including:
  • A large kitchen
  • Two living rooms (one on each level)
  • An outdoor area with swings and BBQ area

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  What else ...

  We’re centrally located in Charlestown, giving you access to the best of both worlds of beaches and Lake Macquarie, the largest saltwater lake in the Southern Hemisphere.
  
  We encourage all Workawayers staying with us to spend as much time exploring everything the area has to offer.
  
  On your days off, you’re welcome to join our family for outings like beach trips, park visits, swimming, or exploring national parks.
  
  Local Highlights:
  🌿 Fernleigh Track – A scenic walking and cycling trail (25-minute walk from our house)
  🏖 Beaches – Explore Redhead, Merewether, Bar Beach, and Newcastle Beach
  ☕ Lake Macquarie & Cafés – Lakeside walks and coffee spots
  🏛 Newcastle Museum – Learn about the city’s rich history
  🛍 Charlestown Square – A major shopping centre (5-minute drive or 30-minute walk)
  🐨 Blackbutt Nature Reserve – See koalas and kangaroos
  🏔 Mount Sugarloaf – Great for hiking (45-minute drive)
  🌳 Watagans National Park – A bushland escape (1-hour drive)
  🍷 Hunter Valley Vineyards – NSW’s famous wine region (1-hour drive)
  🦘 Oakvale Wildlife Park – Meet native Australian animals (1-hour drive)
  🚆 Sydney – Take a train for a day trip (2.5 hours away)

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  Desk in bedroom privded, internet access anytime.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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