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I am a writer, an older widow. I have completed a book about Maori rock drawings which is being published this year. Family have grown up. I enjoy classical music and concerts. I love gardening but need help with pruning, weeding and landscaping .
At present there is a bit of painting to do on the fences and some indoor maintenance.
I do go to a farm sometimes it is in a less visited area in South Canterbury.
I have space at present for one homestay There is a nice warm comfortable space in an alcove or bedroom
I have as new dog who is called BrandyTypes of help and learning opportunities
Art ProjectsLanguage practiceElderly CompanionshipGardeningDIY and building projectsAnimal CareFarmstay helpCreating/ Cooking family mealsHelp around the houseGeneral MaintenanceCultural exchange and learning opportunities
I am very interested in and well informed about other countries and their cultures. I am always ready to help people improve their spoken and written English. I live in Christchurch near Canterbury University. and am happy to tell people where to go.or take them. I can cater for most Asians being able to cook Thai and Chinese yummy dishes. As a writer I appreciate time to correct mywriting whilst someone is doing a bit of gardening or boring vacuuming . Workawayers would learn about the New Zealand way of life and our food. I also go sometimes to a farm in South Canterbury to help with garden maintenance . The area is not visited by tourists and has bush, native wood pigeons, lots of sheep and a mountain range behind the homestead. There are good demanding hill tracks in nearby reserves and on the farm.
Help
My garden is quite large and needs weeding. I can only have room for one person. If you can mow lawns or use a De Walt reciprocal saw as it is a bit too heavy for me now that I am 81. That will be a bonus. But easy to master and safe. I am quite computer literate. If you can use a quad bike that would be a help. Strict conditions when using quad bike, low speed etc. Helmet to be worn on farm if I go there one weekend to the farm which is in South Canterbury in the Hunter Hills.
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Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: BeginnerThis 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.Accommodation
Christchurch a new house with Upstairs a double bed electric blanket and desk and desk light Handy to large bathroom and separate toilet. . Bench with sink hot water jug Small fridge and microwave to use.
Farm Homestead bedroom with electric blanket ample storage for clothing etc bathroom and toilet handy. I enjoy cooking for other culturesWhat else ...
There numerous shops, banks, Post Office table tennis in Christchurch near this home. People can buy cars or sell them in Christchurch, if leaving to return back to their country.
Christchurch earthquake damage still visible.
People can visit Akaroa and the Hamner Hot Pools. Skiing in winter .
I have had very helpful young men and found their help with some heavier tasks really worthwhile..
Bus transport is just down the road. I appreciate at least 4-5 hours help a day but am flexible if person wishes a day off to visit somewhere.. I prefer some one who is happy to have breakfast at about 8 am, not much later. Also a person who will complete a task thoroughly.
Christchurch has some worthwhile local sights mostly the botanical gardens and our museum (Its closed for earthquake repairs ).. The town is fine for bicycles. I am a good cook. There are good concerts to cater for all tastes.A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
I do not mind if people wish to use my wifi but one couple (not workawys) left me with a pile of used cartridges which indicates that they possibly used my printer non stop.
Space for parking camper vans
Good offstreet parking in excellent location.
Can possibly accept pets
No cats ever but well trained outside dogs ok must be registered in New Zealand and owners Responsible Owners
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 4 hours a day, 5 days a week
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I apologize for not being able to speak English and causing inconvenience to her. However, she cared for me, tried to understand me, and helped me with my language studies.
Cleaning the room and painting the… read more
Thanks for everything Philippa.