Restful Home in the Countryside in Waikite, New Zealand

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  Description

  Greetings,
  
  Basically this is the situation:
  The house contains 3 people. My mother, father and my brother . I live in Auckland and have been tasked to finding suitable helpers via WorkAway for their property.
  My father Scott (73)has Parkinson's Disease and is no longer able to help in maintaining the property. My mother Rosemary (72) also has health issues that mean she is no longer to do the chores she once did. My brother Alex (40) is the only able person to maintain the property and he needs help.
  
  
  Scott:
  Scott is a retired Christian Pastor having worked at churches in Australia and New Zealand. Born in Tauranga, New Zealand, he enjoys reading books, conversing about interesting topics and maintaining the vegetable garden. Scott can play the guitar and the banjo and enjoys musical expression. He is friendly, down-to-earth and a gentleman.
  
  Rosemary:
  Rosemary is a Retired Primary School Teacher who enjoys hosting people at her home. She was born in Northern Ireland but has lived in New Zealand since she was 13. She is fascinated by music, art (she paints water colors) and learning about the lives of people. Rosemary is a keen cook and can make some beautiful slices and cakes as well as traditional farm roasts.
  
  Alex:
  Son of Rosemary and Scott, Alex studied Geo-Physics at University and has a passion for astronomy (the study of stars). He recently completed a forklifting course in Rotorua. He can play a few tunes on the guitar and enjoys interacting with people.
  
  We live on a 6 acre lifestyle block in Waikite Valley.
  Located 40 minutes drive from Rotorua or 50 minutes drive from Taupo.
  The Waikite Valley Hotpools are only 20 minutes drive away.
  Our property has a few animals.
  We have several sheep, a cat called Ghetto and a dog called Billie.
  
  We are looking for help with general maintenance of our property.
  Duties like weeding the gardens, dusting, cleaning the house (inside and outside), chopping wood, painting etc.
  
  The work would be 5 hours per day.
  
  We are friendly, earthy people who enjoy music, arts and taking care of the environment.
  The property is immersed in nature and is situated in a remote location.
  
  The experience would suit someone who would like a retreat from city life, enjoys solitude and can keep themselves entertained with simple pleasures.
  
  Look forward to meeting you :)

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Elderly Companionship

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  - Learn about New Zealand by living with locals
  - The family play musical instruments so you can learn a few chords on guitar or the piano
  - Learn simple Maori phrases and kiwi slang
  - Improve your English speaking skills
  - Learn about farm life in the countryside

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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

  The gardening help will involve weeding, pruning plants and mowing lawns.
  
  Other tasks could include:
  - cleaning windows
  - waterblasting
  - cooking meals
  - feeding animals
  - mopping floors
  - cleaning showers and toilets

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  German: Beginner

  This host offers a language exchange
  This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
  You can contact them directly for more information.
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  Accommodation

  You will have a private room living in the family house...

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  What else ...

  We can pick you up from Rotorua or Taupo if you don't have a car.
  
  We are close to a variety of hotpools, hiking trails and geothermal sights.
  
  2-3 times a week we will be going into town so you can have a look around, pick up any supplies you need etc.

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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

  This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  This host can provide space for campervans.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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