Join our NGO and experience art and ecology projects in Collins Creek, Australia

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  Description

  Hey friends 🌟 Thank you for visiting our Workaway page.
  
  We are a not-for-profit project focused on ecological and cultural regenerative experiences. Over the years, we have hosted programmes revolving around topics such as ecosystem restoration, permaculture, yoga, meditation, dance, art, music, men's and women's work, deep ecology, nature connection, primitive survival skills and rites of passage.
  
  We reside on the precious lands of the Gulli-Bul people of the Bundjalung Nation, which we seek to care for and restore. Coming here, you'll see why, as you find yourself on a scenic mountain nestled in The Border Ranges and surrounded by ancient Gondwana sub-tropical rainforest. Historically, the mountain was once home to a Tibetan Buddhist community and still features buildings from that time, including the treasured Gonpa (temple) and various small statues all around the property, reminding us of the Buddha’s teachings.
  
  We currently have a fantastic, dedicated core team of 9 living on the mountain. Each team member comes from a different background and brings their own personal passions here, but what unites us is our shared commitment and enthusiasm for community, nature, earth-arts, and making a positive impact through social change.
  
  We eat communally and share stories and laughter on a daily basis. Out of respect to our Buddhist history, the kitchen is strictly vegan/vegetarian - there’s always something delicious being cooked up for volunteers by our kitchen crew. Finally, we prioritise care for wildlife by being a pet-free space.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Charity Work

  Art Projects

  Help with Eco Projects

  Teaching

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Babysitting and creative play

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  General Maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Fitness

  

  Nature

  

  Gardening

  

  Music

  

  Plant care

  

  Photography

  

  Writing

  

  Drawing & painting

  

  Van life

  

  Charity work

  

  LGBTQ

  

  Technology

  

  Videography

  

  Self development

  

  Farming

  

  Movies & TV

  

  Culture

  

  Events & social

  

  Politics / Social justice

  

  Sustainability

  

  Vegetarian or vegan
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Here you will be involved in land care projects, restoring koala habitat, waterways and degraded biodiversity. You will participate in the installation and maintenance of agroecology systems for food production and be immersed in a unique eco-community with an interesting Buddhist heritage. Additionally, you may choose to participate in a range of workshops and events that are held here on topics such as indigenous approaches to land management, sustainable building and technologies, community and relationship building, multi-arts, mindfulness, meditation and more.
  
  This means you will learn about living in community and living 'off-grid'. This place has a vibrant culture of critical dialogue and creative expression whilst attending to practical eco-restoration and agroecology projects. We care deeply about the wellbeing of communities and individuals. We also love engaging in cultural practices like sharing circles and collaborative leadership (if you’re curious, we can send you some resources on the topic of 'cultural practices' ahead of your stay to get you in the groove). You might also be interested to learn from the resident retreat team members about their experience in setting up a not for profit eco-retreat centre or have the chance to glean some earth wisdom from our team members in permaculture, alternative technologies, botany and healthy lifestyle practices.
  
  Finally, without a doubt, one of the greatest memories you will take from your time here is getting to know the Australian bush, the wildlife and the plants!

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  Help

  For a unique 1 - 3 month experience, we are seeking volunteers who are a good fit with all that this place is and stands for. This means being community-minded, dedicated to restoration and/or general operational efforts, self-aware, keen to learn and make a positive impact while here. There is a one-week trial period implemented to ensure a happy and positive experience for all involved. Following this trial period, monthly reviews will be held, again to ensure the happiness of all.
  
  As we strive to unlock all the potential that this place has to offer, there is always a lot to do. Common tasks include:
  
  - Food growing (permaculture, syntropic agroforestry and nursery tasks)
  - Grounds maintenance
  - Regeneration land care
  - General help when preparing for events
  - Beautification of our space (creating art, interior design, landscaping)
  - And of course, cleaning
  
  We offer 4 - 5 hours of help, 5 days per week in exchange for cabin tent accommodation and three nourishing, tasty meals a day (we eat locally and organically as much as possible). However, our offering really includes a lot more than just food and shelter; it's one of authentic nature and community-immersion, personal growth, as well as time, space and support to explore your passions.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  German: Fluent
  English: Fluent
  French: Fluent

  This 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.
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  Accommodation

  Canvas cabin tent (see picture)

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  What else ...

  Looking forward to hearing from you. We are keen to meet you and learn from your experiences and passions. :)

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  On occasion, our WiFi has briefly cut out, but this is rare. Our internet is accessible on large parts of the property and is strong, so video calls and even important international zoom calls are available to you up here.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  Our drive way up the mountain is 4WD/AWD only. We do have a 2WD car park at the bottom of the mountain where you can leave your vehicle and be fetched and dropped off by one the of our team. If you would like to stay in your van during your time here, we can also pull it up the driveway with one of our vehicles.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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