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Help our family with outdoor tasks in the Hunter Valley, Australia

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  2026 

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  • Description

    Description

    Live in your own tiny home and help a family with chores around the home or property. We are a three generation household on a small rural property near Yengo and Wollemi national parks in the Hunter Valley, NSW.

    We tend a small patch of bushland and have a flock of chickens and a small herd of Nigerian Dwarf goats.

    We recently added 10 rescue laying hens to our flock and are enjoying watching them discover dust baths and free-ranging.

    Being so close to wilderness, our place would suit those wanting to enjoy bushwalking or a quiet rural lifestyle.

    Chores to choose from include gardening, bush regeneration, painting, building, cooking and kitchen chores.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Animal Care
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Plant care
    DIY & crafts
    Art & design
    Photography
    Gardening
    Writing
    Animals
    Outdoor activities
    Nature
    Camping
    Hiking
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We live close to bushland and go on bushwalks regularly - so visitors would learn about the Australian bush (including wildlife and native plants).
    Wallabies and other wildlife visit regularly - so guests would get a chance to experience Australian wildlife up close.
    Our family are active Landcare members. Guests may get a chance to join Landcare meetings and help with tree planting.
    Our home is a solar-passive sustainable home. It and the way we live would be of interest to someone wanting to experience sustainable living.

  • Help

    Help

    There are lots of projects to choose from, so you can choose chores that most interest you or match your experience.

    Depending on prioritioes at the time, chores may include:
    *Gardening.
    *Painting
    *Tree planting and bush regeneration.
    *Renovating and building chores.
    *Cooking family meals.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You will stay in your own tiny home. It is a self-contained cottage with a double bed, kitchenette and bathroom. It suits a single or couple (or a small family at a squeeze. Three of us lived in there while we built our home). You can join us in the family home for dinner in the evenings and we provide breakfast and lunch for you to eat in your self-contained cottage.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    In your time off, you are close to Hunter Valley vinyards for wine tasting and nearby national parks for bushwalking.
    We have bicycles for you to borrow or are happy to drive you to a nearby train station at Singleton where you can catch a train into Newcastle.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    Our home has fast satellite internet.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    We have ample space for a caravan.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a woman cradling a small goat, with the goat\'s head facing the camera and its front legs resting on the woman\'s hands.
The image depicts a group of chickens gathered on a concrete patio, surrounded by wooden chairs and other objects, with a green building in the background.
The image depicts a person milking a goat, with the goat standing on a blue metal platform and the milk being collected in a large plastic bottle.
The image depicts a small, white house with a wraparound porch, situated in front of a large water tank and a mountainous backdrop with trees and rocky terrain.
The image depicts a small, one-story house with a screened-in porch, situated in a rural setting surrounded by trees and a lush green lawn.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a large tent or canopy, surrounded by trees and a body of water, with a clear sky and a sense of tranquility.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a table and chairs, with a house in the background, evoking a sense of tranquility and relaxation. The scene is characterized by its natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere.
The image depicts a cozy outdoor space with a table and chairs, surrounded by a fence, featuring a serene atmosphere with greenery and a clear sky, evoking a sense of tranquility.
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The image depicts a compact kitchen with wooden countertops and shelves, featuring a sink, mini-fridge, and water dispenser, with a bathroom visible through an open doorway.
The image depicts a room with a bed, desk, and chair, featuring a window and a door, likely a bedroom or office space, with a neutral color scheme and simple design.
The image depicts a serene outdoor scene, featuring a pool and a house, with a large yard and a fence, evoking a sense of tranquility and relaxation. The atmosphere is peaceful and idyllic.
The image shows a backyard with a large outdoor oven, surrounded by a fence, featuring a table and chairs, and a grassy area with trees in the background. The yard is well-manicured.
The image depicts a group of people seated around a long wooden table, engaged in a meeting or social gathering, with papers and drinks present.
Two people in beekeeping suits are tending to a beehive in a field, surrounded by trees and dry grass, on a sunny day.

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