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Our Farm:
We own and operate a small Macadamia Nut farm in Yandina. We are making every effort to be organic, environmental and sustainable, so we are using natural means of soil fertility and remineralisation practices.
We have 7 acres of rainforest and 1 km of creek, so there are many nice spots for relaxing and enjoying nature and watching the abundant wild life.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainablity goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will get an Australian farm experience without having to be remote. We are close to the beach but secluded enough to feel far away from the city.
Help
Work:
We need help with the vegetable gardens, planting / pruning fruit trees and weeding. There is also lantana to remove along the creeks. If you have building skills, we have several projects from building a bridge, cabins, fencing. Depending on our arrangement as to how much work is required.
Animals/Wildlife:
We have our farm dog. We have several native bee hives for pollination. And several European bee hives producing amazing honey. Recently we have put several nesting boxes for owls to encourage them to the farm, being natural predators for vermin. There are many birds, from small finches and honeyeaters to large parrots. Plenty of kangaroos in the paddocks and an occasional wallaby. There are goannas and lace monitors and one cheeky emu.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
You will have a beautiful rainforest setting for your van. We have hot showers and toilets.
For 10 hours work per week you supply your own van, and do your own meals. This does not have to be done on a daily basis, we prefer 3 or 4 hour blocks, working with Glenn on his current project.
What else ...
We are central to the Sunshine Coast, so easy access to the beach and hinterland .
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
We have a beautiful nature based campground on our farm. We have a shared amenities block with hot showers.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
10 hours per week
