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We are a young professional couple with 3 great school aged children (7-14yrs) who would like more time on weekends with our kids. At the moment we spend this time ironing, food prepping, home maintenance etc and would love some help keeping on top of it. It would be awesome if guests were able to help with homework etc of an afternoon but not essential.
We have thoroughly enjoyed having international workawayers in our house pre covid and it has been a great experience for us and for our kids.
We have a separate living and kitchen area downstairs which means workawayer can prepare their own meals and also as of an evening we like to have some space and time alone with the kids. Applicants who can entertain themselves a few days per week would be the best fit for our family at the moment as we unfortunately have limited time to take sight seeing etc. We still go for hikes etc which you'd be welcome to come along.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Teaching
Gardening
Animal Care
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I am Australian and my husband is English but also fluent in German. Beautiful spots to consider on our doorstep... Moreton Island, Fraser Island, Mount Cootha, South bank, Gold Coast... The list is endless!!
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Help
We are a family of dad, mum and three kids (14, 12 and 7yrs old) who live in a large house north of Brisbane. I know we are biased but I'd describe our kids as easy, happy kids who are probably a bit fed up with overworked parents :). The home is an idyllic location with train access to Brisbane city, a lovely local 'village' to explore and endless beach front walks. We are open to a solo female or travelling couple who are able to help out with basic household tasks and some supervision of the children. We also have two very cute dogs who would love some additional company. The rest of the time we encourage workawayers to be pretty independent to plan local trips / adventures independently or occasionally we can take you on day trips etc as we have done with previous workawayers. We have had a number of workawayers now and do best when guests use initiative to help with cleaning and other household jobs with minimal direction. Ideally if it is a good 'fit' between worker and us and ideally (but not essential) you can longer. There are no strict time frames though but minimum of one month.
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Japanese: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
Our kids are really interested to learn German and other European languages.
Accommodation
Like a self contained flat downstairs - Queen bed, private room, own kitchen and bathroom. We live upstairs. Photos are of your area 😊. Oh and the pool and yard are ideal for summer. We will provide linen, etc so all you need bring clothes and toiletries. We prefer that workawayers purchase and prepare their own meals downstairs so we can have some time alone with the kids after work.
What else ...
Lovely relaxed area to live! Right by the beach and parks and some local bars, restaurants and parks to explore all within walking distance.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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They welcomed me warmly, everyone in this lovely family is so kind. The kids are adorable and I really had fun with them.
I enjoyed each moment with the family: we went to mont coot-tha, they cooked delicious meals, we had a picnic with a beautiful sunset,we attended Andy's soccer game...
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Gemma is a courteous, bubbly and kind young woman who our kids thoroughly enjoyed having here. She is respectful and has a… read more
I spent around 4 months with them before moving on to my next adventure. Whilst living with them, jobs included walking the girls to school morning/ afternoon occasionally, house cleaning, and random diy projects. They truly made me feel apart of their family. Bringing me on… read more
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They welcomed me warmly, everyone in this lovely family is so kind. The kids are adorable and I really had fun with them.
I enjoyed each moment with the family: we went to mont coot-tha, they cooked delicious meals, we had a picnic with a beautiful sunset,we attended Andy's soccer game...
The tasks… read more
Gemma is a courteous, bubbly and kind young woman who our kids thoroughly enjoyed having here. She is respectful and has a… read more
I spent around 4 months with them before moving on to my next adventure. Whilst living with them, jobs included walking the girls to school morning/ afternoon occasionally, house cleaning, and random diy projects. They truly made me feel apart of their family. Bringing me on… read more
We had such a nice stay with the family and kinds. They accept us immediately like part of their family and in everything what they did or whenever they went, we were invited to them. We went together to the ocean, did bbq with friends and family, or we… read more
I was there for about 7 weeks and it was the best time! The family is very easy and happy for all kind of work you can do, doesn't matter if you prefer cooking or ironing or play with the kids, Mel and Dan are thankful for everything!!! And to be honest, it's a very easy work and… read more
