Help with vegetable gardening, tree planting and tutoring near Perth, Australia

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13/12/2020
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I'm a single parent with one fifteen year old son. We're a friendly rural household but are situated 24km to the city of Perth, with bus and train services from nearby the house into the city centre. Also 12km from perth airport.The gorgeous beaches and markets of Fremantle are also nearby so you have lots of exploring options for your days off!
As for the property, we have chickens, a vegetable garden in need of some love, 2 elderly very lovable dogs and 4 cats that prefer to live in the roof!
It's a lovely relaxed environment with bush walks and shops nearby. You would have your own accomodation, probably a tent and we provide good meals as well as the use of a funky Volkswagen 72 if you want to explore further afield. If self-sufficiency and an outdoor lifestyle appeals to you, please get in touch!Im happy to host u between 1 or 2 week : )
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Elderly Companionship
General Maintenance
Help around the house
Animal Care
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will be given the unique opportunity to become part of an Australian family and experience real life in Western Australia, the biggest state in the country! We are able to provide cooking lessons if that's something you're interested .We want you to have fun and explore and get the most from your time here!
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
General gardening and maintenance cleaning house,teaching guitar and property grounds. Tree planting for landscape. Occasional tutoring of Maths, English and Science for 11 year old.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Single room in family home or tent/shed
What else ...
Visit city, local environment.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Feedback left by and about host (36)

04/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Yu-Ting)

Tammy is a breath of fresh air and sunshine, any host is lucky to have her bubbly personality around. She helped with cooking, gardening and got on great with my 14yr old son. I would highly recommend Tammy to any host.:kissing_heart::blush:

(Excellent )

17/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (Yu-Ting) for host

It's a amazing experience about stay in Tracy home,her son and daughter are very nice too,you don't worry so much just fellow her,she will give you a lot of love,and I have thank for her to teach me a lot and give me so much.
I wish I can be here again.

(Excellent )

04/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Thi Thuy Linh)

Linh is a bonus for any home, she is very happy to help with all duties asked. We have been cleaning cooking and gardening. She has a independent congenial personality and has embrased myself and my 14yr old teenager boy. I wouldn't hesitate to host her again and we are sad to see her go:blush:

(Excellent )

05/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Giulia & Francesca)

Franchesca was a amazing person who has a been extremely helpful and is a positive hard worker. Her contribution to our house was invaluable she is a little light being :innocent::pray::raised_hands: and has a incredible journey ahead you are very fortunate to have her at your place. Tracey and Ashton.:blush:

(Excellent )

29/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Julia)

Julia is an amazing girl she is very very intelligent and has given our family lots of joy. She has worked really hard in the garden and in the house. We had young wild birds that Julia has been feeding lovingly. She is an asset to any home and host. She is amazing with our dogs and cats. They will pine when she goes. My 13 year old son got on… read more

(Excellent )

29/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Julia)

I really enjoyed having Julia staying with us and I would recommend Julia to any host. She is an amazing girl who works very hard. She has been cleaning, cooking and gardening and has related to my son (13) very well. She is a joy to have in the house and you are very lucky if she wants to come to your house. Our dogs adore her as does our baby… read more

(Excellent )

31/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (Thomas) for host

Staying with Tracey & Ashton was a great experience ! I really enjoyed my stay here, the bedroom is enough to sleep. Tracey is a good cook so the food was always good ! The house is at about 1h in bus + train from Perth so you can easily go there in a day off or for an afternoon, which is what I've done. About the work, there was so many things to… read more

(Excellent )

31/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas)

Thomas is a great person I have no problem recommending him to any host. He is bright eyed and bushy tailed no job too hard. Ashton loved him lots of love and best wishes on his travels

(Excellent )

15/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (JENNIFER) for host

Tracey and Ashton are just lovely, very welcoming and helpful. The work wasn't too hard and was fun working along side Ashton. Tracey was very accommodating when it came to my dietary concerns (Veggie and Gluten Free) and went above and beyond, we had fun creating dishes together and learning new things from one another. Thanks so much for the… read more

(Excellent )

15/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (JENNIFER)

Jen is an amazing young woman, she is very friendly and kind. There was no job she didn't throw herself into, It was rainy so I had her do lots of cleaning, cooking and organizing. My son loved sharing games and activities with her, she got on well with my dogs and took them for walks. I would recommend any host to welcome Jen.

(Excellent )

20/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (Lin) for host

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(Negative )

09/11/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Lin)

Lyn did tasks asked of her but unfortunately we did not see eye to eye on a domestic level. I wish her a safe and happy journey.

(Neutral )

25/11/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Nadine)

Nadine has a happy, enthusiastic attitude. She works very hard, gardening, housework and cuddling the dogs. We have enjoyed her company and know she will be an excellent guest at your home. Wishing you all the best, Tracey and Ashton

(Excellent )

09/11/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Elsa & Erna)

Erna is a special dynamic girl. She worked hard and never complained. She was always polite with a good sense of humour, we loved having her around. You are to have Erna stay and we will miss her.

(Excellent )

09/11/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Alejandro)

Alejandro became part of our family staying many months. He found a way into our hearts and home. I would recommend him to anyone! Hope you like latin music!

(Excellent )

07/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Alejandro) for host

From day one i felt like home. Having met this family it is one of the biggest blessing i have had in a long time. Tracey was always keen to help and advice me which was very helpful. The place is beautiful, and you get the chance to enjoy the company of Asthon who is always keen to play or have a talk and kosher&lucky that would never get tired… read more

(Excellent )

09/11/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Elli-Maria & Maximilian)

Kristina was a joy to have stay. She has a strong, determined personality and attacks tasks no matter how hard. Cooking, gardening, painting she adapts to her surroundings. We loved having such a bubbly girl here, and wish her all the love in the world.

Ellin has a very kind and generous spirit. she helped us around the house and did any task… read more

(Excellent )

11/10/2016

Left by Workawayer (Elli-Maria & Maximilian) for host

Living with Tracy, Ashton and other workawayers was a really good experience right after our arrival to Australia. Tracy cooked really good meals for us: she gave us a chance to taste traditional Australian food. We had a very flexible schedule: when we worked more on one day, then we were able to get an other day off. I loved the fact, that there… read more

(Excellent )

01/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Karina) for host

Ending up with Tracey as my first workaway experience and pretty much first experience in Australia was a jackpot. I have immediately felt like a part of the family. With fresh veggies and herbs from the garden, and her passion and true talent for cookies - this house is a foodie paradise. I enjoyed the work - just general cleaning and organizing… read more

(Excellent )

30/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Karina)

Karina is a amazing person she is great company and setled in well in our home.very good at organizing clutter.karina wasgreat fun and you will be lucky to spend time and space with her. Love tracey and ashton.

(Very good )

30/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (Diana) for host

I am so grateful for this experience, Tracey made me feel immediately welcome in this beautiful country. Her home is a beautiful, cozy, loving and inspiring space. I was mostly working in the garden, cleaning, stuff like this. Work and free time was well organised but flexible. Tracey took extremely good care of me, she also helped immensely… read more

(Excellent )

24/09/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Diana)

Diana is from Estonia, I didn't know where Estonia is. Thank you for bringing Diana to Australis, she is just a gift. Very elegant and hard working. No task too hard. She got on very well with my son. And I do really love her heart and soul, and you're very lucky if you can spend time with her! Love Tracy.

(Excellent )

24/09/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Ramiro)

Ramiro was an angaging soul, who helped us alot around the house and the garden. He got on very well with my son and our electronic devices and computer. He is very gentle and giving. He vas also very loving with the dogs. You are lucky to spend time with this wonderful soul. We miss him. Love, Tracy and Ashton.

(Excellent )

11/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Bertrand)

Bertarand is kind and careing, he engages well with our family, he is extremely hardworking and has transformed our garden, no task was too hard, he was willing on take on new experiences despite leanguages barriers. My son Asthon loved him and we wil miss his enthusiasm for nature and life. He is a gentle soul who would attract good karma… read more

(Excellent )

10/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Arnaud)

arnaud is a really nice person and very trustworthy.
he was always willing to help and get involved. She is easy to talk to and an easy going person!
arnaud , love to smiling , play , and have a good sens of humor .
He helping us a lot about maintenance house , electricity etc ...

It was disappointing he couldn't stay longer as this is… read more

(Excellent )

06/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Laura & Frederike)

Laura and Freddy stayed about almost 3 weeks and it was really great to have them in our house! It was super easy to connect with them and they have a great sense of humour. They helped me a lot around the house, painting, weeding, gardening,cooking...They were really hard and good working, i can recommend them to everyone.

(Excellent )

23/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Scarlet & Christopher ) for host

Staying with Tracey was a lovely experience! She was extremely welcoming and friendly, helping with anything we needed. We miss both her and Ashton lots. The work was hard sometimes but definitely worth it and Tracey was very understanding and lenient when it came to work so you weren't pushed too hard. Overall it was a great stay!

(Excellent )

06/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Scarlet & Christopher )

wonderful company,excellent workers.Enjoyed the interaction with Ashton 11 years old and my self..miss them

(Excellent )

18/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Thomas) for host

Tracey is wonderful! I'm staying with her for three weeks already. I arrived straight at her place from the airport and she made me feel at home here. She's very caring and helped me with everything I needed here after arriving. Her son Ashton is one of the brightest kids I've met so far and it's a pleasure to be with him, too!
Working in her… read more

(Excellent )

06/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas)

Wonderful company,excellent workers.Enjoyed the interaction with Ashton 11 years old and my self..Miss them

(Excellent )

12/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Manca)

Manca is great to have around. She lights up the room with her infectious smile and good humor. Manca works hard and no task is too hard. We loved your banana bread. And you are very lucky to have her in your home.

(Excellent )

10/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Manca) for host

Tracey's home felt like home to me. She and her son are very beautiful beings and I have enjoyed their company a lot. We did some cooking and cleaning together. The place is not far away from Perth and it is a wonderful spot to take a nice break after a journey. I will miss them and certainly hope I will meet them again. The food was fabulous and… read more

(Excellent )

11/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Mohamad zul halme) for host

For me Tracey is my second mom in australia..she cook a lot for me and take care of myself..i miss her lamb steak and moisture chocolate .she had one genious son called ashton.i enjoyed my time to be with them.i hope they will visit me in malaysia someday ..xxxx

(Excellent )

06/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Mohamad zul halme)

Wonderful company,excellent workers..Enjoyed the interaction with Ashton 11years old boy and myself..i will miss him

(Excellent )

06/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Roselle)

wonderful company,excellent workers.Enjoyed the interaction with Ashton 11 years and my self.miss them

(Excellent )

21/03/2016

Left by Workawayer (Roselle) for host

I've just finished 2 weeks with Tracey and her family and can safely say it feels like home! I'm absolutely gutted to be leaving and will definitely be making a return visit soon! The work was uncomplicated and not at all strenuous and she was very eager to make sure I got the most from the experience and encouraged me to visit the surrounding… read more

(Excellent )

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