Homestays, Volunteering & Working Holidays in Waikato, New Zealand

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Waikato, New Zealand

Join our busy family in Cambridge NZ
Busy Family of 5 living in Cambridge central north island , close to the lake and bike trails. We have 3 children ranging from 2-9, close enough to town to walk/ bike.
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The image depicts a group of seven individuals standing in front of a yellow van, with one person opening the door. The group is dressed in casual attire.
The image depicts a group of seven individuals standing in front of a yellow van, with one person opening the door. The group is dressed in casual attire.
The image depicts a group of seven individuals standing in front of a yellow van, with one person opening the door. The group is dressed in casual attire.
The image depicts a group of seven individuals standing in front of a yellow van, with one person opening the door. The group is dressed in casual attire.
The image depicts a group of seven individuals standing in front of a yellow van, with one person opening the door. The group is dressed in casual attire.
The image depicts a group of seven individuals standing in front of a yellow van, with one person opening the door. The group is dressed in casual attire.
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about 2 days ago

Waikato, New Zealand

Help at our place near Tongariro and Turoa Ski field, New Zealand
After spending many years traveling myself and have hosted 1000's travelers over the last 10yrs. I have recently moved to the Ruapehu region and have taken on renovating and building an old hotel for accommodation and tourism hospitality. Basically ......
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The image depicts a single-story house with a beige exterior, white trim, and a red brick fence, set against a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a single-story house with a beige exterior, white trim, and a red brick fence, set against a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a single-story house with a beige exterior, white trim, and a red brick fence, set against a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a single-story house with a beige exterior, white trim, and a red brick fence, set against a cloudy sky.

Waikato, New Zealand

1928 bungalow needs painting and decorating on the inside in Napier, New Zealand
Originally from New Zealand, I have just returned from living in France for 10 years. Our house in Napier is a beautiful villa from 1928 which needs a birthday. We have completed some of the work and want to begin on the exterior. It is a 4 bedroom ......
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The image shows a selfie of a man and woman standing in front of a rocky beach, with the ocean and waves visible in the background.
The image shows a selfie of a man and woman standing in front of a rocky beach, with the ocean and waves visible in the background.
The image shows a selfie of a man and woman standing in front of a rocky beach, with the ocean and waves visible in the background.
The image shows a selfie of a man and woman standing in front of a rocky beach, with the ocean and waves visible in the background.
The image shows a selfie of a man and woman standing in front of a rocky beach, with the ocean and waves visible in the background.
The image shows a selfie of a man and woman standing in front of a rocky beach, with the ocean and waves visible in the background.
about 21 hours ago

Waikato, New Zealand

Come and help me clean and renovate my house and garden in the beautiful Coromandel, New Zealand!
Hi I'm Rachel and I live in the beautiful gateway to the Coromandel, Thames, with my partner Kev. We are surrounded by Kauaeranga Valley national park and numerous fresh waterholes to swim in. We are placed at the beginning of the Coromandel ......
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The image depicts a family of five posing for a photo in front of a lush green hedge, with the parents holding their two young children.
The image depicts a family of five posing for a photo in front of a lush green hedge, with the parents holding their two young children.
The image depicts a family of five posing for a photo in front of a lush green hedge, with the parents holding their two young children.
about 2 days ago

Waikato, New Zealand

Experience family life in rural Waikato, New Zealand
We are a family located in rural North Waikato, New Zealand. We are located 1 hour south of Auckland and conveniently located close to appealing sites such as the coromandel peninsula, Karangehake gorge and 1 hour from “hobbiton-Matamata”. We (Ethan ......
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The image shows a man in a wheelchair with a black and white fern on his jacket, surrounded by two people, one of whom has their arm around him.
The image shows a man in a wheelchair with a black and white fern on his jacket, surrounded by two people, one of whom has their arm around him.
The image shows a man in a wheelchair with a black and white fern on his jacket, surrounded by two people, one of whom has their arm around him.
about 8 days ago

Waikato, New Zealand

Wellbeing/Disability assistant - close to Paeroa, Coromandel area, with lots of bush walks. New Zealand
My name is Keegan and I am looking at adding new assistants to join me, providing me support. There are a range of hours available so your position could be part-time or full time. I am particularly looking for someone interested in setting up my ......
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Waikato, New Zealand

Do you love dogs? Want to house sit and look after a Hungarian Vizsla in Waikato, NZ
We are looking for someone to house and dog sit from middle of December 2023 to mid of Jan 2024. You will be looking after the house/gardens and a loving full on dog - Gunner. He loves walks, mountain biking and lots of cuddles. We are a kiwi ......
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The image depicts a serene scene of a person paddling a blue kayak on a tranquil river, surrounded by lush greenery and large rocks.
The image depicts a serene scene of a person paddling a blue kayak on a tranquil river, surrounded by lush greenery and large rocks.
The image depicts a serene scene of a person paddling a blue kayak on a tranquil river, surrounded by lush greenery and large rocks.
The image depicts a serene scene of a person paddling a blue kayak on a tranquil river, surrounded by lush greenery and large rocks.

Waikato, New Zealand

Looking for help around the garden in Mangakino, New Zealand
I will always welcome an experienced gardener. Our home is rurally located on a picturesque 340 ha dairy farm and is a bustle of activity. My family consists of my teenage daughter, 3 cats, farm dogs and current workawayers/woofers living with us. I ......
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The image depicts a charming one-story house with a wraparound porch, featuring a light green exterior and red trim, set amidst a lush green lawn and a serene blue sky.
The image depicts a charming one-story house with a wraparound porch, featuring a light green exterior and red trim, set amidst a lush green lawn and a serene blue sky.
The image depicts a charming one-story house with a wraparound porch, featuring a light green exterior and red trim, set amidst a lush green lawn and a serene blue sky.
The image depicts a charming one-story house with a wraparound porch, featuring a light green exterior and red trim, set amidst a lush green lawn and a serene blue sky.
The image depicts a charming one-story house with a wraparound porch, featuring a light green exterior and red trim, set amidst a lush green lawn and a serene blue sky.
The image depicts a charming one-story house with a wraparound porch, featuring a light green exterior and red trim, set amidst a lush green lawn and a serene blue sky.
The image depicts a charming one-story house with a wraparound porch, featuring a light green exterior and red trim, set amidst a lush green lawn and a serene blue sky.

Waikato, New Zealand

Help on my little farm and learn to grow your own food in Thames, New Zealand
Small rural property 5kms from Thames, beautiful views, peaceful surrounds and lots of space but close to town. Over the last 30 years I have planted trees and gardens and renovated my home and continue to do so. I keep a vegetable garden and graze ......
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The image depicts a serene scene of an older couple standing on a deck, surrounded by lush trees and a clear blue sky, exuding a sense of tranquility and companionship.
The image depicts a serene scene of an older couple standing on a deck, surrounded by lush trees and a clear blue sky, exuding a sense of tranquility and companionship.
The image depicts a serene scene of an older couple standing on a deck, surrounded by lush trees and a clear blue sky, exuding a sense of tranquility and companionship.
The image depicts a serene scene of an older couple standing on a deck, surrounded by lush trees and a clear blue sky, exuding a sense of tranquility and companionship.
about 19 days ago

Waikato, New Zealand

Help us with some DIY projects on the coromandel coast, New Zealand
Hi , We live on the coromandel coast , 10 minutes from Thames. We have a reasonable size property that needs regular maintenance and are looking for helpers for this. For accomodation we have a self contained unit . Our property has a creek running ......
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The image depicts a man and woman sitting at a table in a tented outdoor setting, surrounded by drinks and flowers, with a speaker visible in the background.
The image depicts a man and woman sitting at a table in a tented outdoor setting, surrounded by drinks and flowers, with a speaker visible in the background.
The image depicts a man and woman sitting at a table in a tented outdoor setting, surrounded by drinks and flowers, with a speaker visible in the background.
The image depicts a man and woman sitting at a table in a tented outdoor setting, surrounded by drinks and flowers, with a speaker visible in the background.
The image depicts a man and woman sitting at a table in a tented outdoor setting, surrounded by drinks and flowers, with a speaker visible in the background.
The image depicts a man and woman sitting at a table in a tented outdoor setting, surrounded by drinks and flowers, with a speaker visible in the background.
The image depicts a man and woman sitting at a table in a tented outdoor setting, surrounded by drinks and flowers, with a speaker visible in the background.
The image depicts a man and woman sitting at a table in a tented outdoor setting, surrounded by drinks and flowers, with a speaker visible in the background.
The image depicts a man and woman sitting at a table in a tented outdoor setting, surrounded by drinks and flowers, with a speaker visible in the background.
The image depicts a man and woman sitting at a table in a tented outdoor setting, surrounded by drinks and flowers, with a speaker visible in the background.
The image depicts a man and woman sitting at a table in a tented outdoor setting, surrounded by drinks and flowers, with a speaker visible in the background.
The image depicts a man and woman sitting at a table in a tented outdoor setting, surrounded by drinks and flowers, with a speaker visible in the background.
The image depicts a man and woman sitting at a table in a tented outdoor setting, surrounded by drinks and flowers, with a speaker visible in the background.
The image depicts a man and woman sitting at a table in a tented outdoor setting, surrounded by drinks and flowers, with a speaker visible in the background.
about 7 days ago

Waikato, New Zealand

Give us a hand on our farms and at home near Lake Taupo, New Zealand
Our family has two Organic Farms, one in Napier and one in Taupo. We live 30min North West of Taupo and about 10mins away from Lake Taupo which is great in the summer to go swimming, it is also approximatly 1hour to the Mountains from our farm which ......
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The image depicts a middle-aged couple standing on a wooden balcony, set against a lush green forest backdrop with a clear blue sky.

Waikato, New Zealand

Help us with DIY projects south of Te Awamutu, New Zealand
Hi Workaway Team. Brian and I live south of Te Awamutu on a lifestyle block. We have a few sheep, one goat a few cows and a few horses, one friendly dog and friendly cat. We enjoy horse trekking with our horses. Our children have all left home and ......
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The image depicts a man proudly holding a large fish in front of a boat, standing on a trailer, with trees visible in the background, conveying a sense of accomplishment.
The image depicts a man proudly holding a large fish in front of a boat, standing on a trailer, with trees visible in the background, conveying a sense of accomplishment.
The image depicts a man proudly holding a large fish in front of a boat, standing on a trailer, with trees visible in the background, conveying a sense of accomplishment.
The image depicts a man proudly holding a large fish in front of a boat, standing on a trailer, with trees visible in the background, conveying a sense of accomplishment.

Waikato, New Zealand

Help with gardening and around the house in Coromandel Town in the North Island, New Zealand
Hi, we a cottage in Coromandel Town, right in town on 2.5 acres, need some help with some gardening and light general cleaning. I also have a boat so can go fishing or lots of nice bush walks around here.we are enjoying the calm Coromandel.
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about 23 hours ago

Waikato, New Zealand

Help at a registered non-profit retreat centre overlooking Lake Taupo, New Zealand.
A cultural exchange at a Retreat and Conference Centre set in beautiful park like grounds - with bush covered walking tracks. We are a registered not for profit charitable trust and we host individuals and groups from all over New Zealand and around ......
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A young child wearing a neon green and blue rain suit splashes through a puddle in a grassy field on a sunny day.
A young child wearing a neon green and blue rain suit splashes through a puddle in a grassy field on a sunny day.

Waikato, New Zealand

Learn how a dairy farming family live in North Waikato, New Zealand
Hi my name is Sophie Chapman. My partner and I manage a dairy farm in north waikato. We have a son Rylan and a puppy Ace. We live a happy family life and are very blessed. I am also a student studying to be a paramedic. And I work part-time as a ......
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The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a wooden deck with a couch and chair, surrounded by trees and a lush grassy field, bathed in warm sunlight.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a wooden deck with a couch and chair, surrounded by trees and a lush grassy field, bathed in warm sunlight.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a wooden deck with a couch and chair, surrounded by trees and a lush grassy field, bathed in warm sunlight.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a wooden deck with a couch and chair, surrounded by trees and a lush grassy field, bathed in warm sunlight.
about 8 days ago

Waikato, New Zealand

Help in our large garden on a picturesque lifestyle block at the foot of Mt Tauhara in Taupo, New Zealand
We are 10 minutes outside of Taupo on a picturesque lifestyle block at the foot of Mt Tauhara. We need help with the large garden on the property and general upkeep of the property.
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The image shows three people wearing ski gear, including helmets and goggles, posing for a selfie on a ski lift with a mountainous background under a clear blue sky.
The image shows three people wearing ski gear, including helmets and goggles, posing for a selfie on a ski lift with a mountainous background under a clear blue sky.
The image shows three people wearing ski gear, including helmets and goggles, posing for a selfie on a ski lift with a mountainous background under a clear blue sky.
about 5 days ago

Waikato, New Zealand

Help with the school run and around the house in Waikato, New Zealand
I live with my two daughters in Lake Taupo. Olivia is 11 and Ruby is 9 . We live right on the shore of Lake Taupo in Five Mile Bay which is about ten minutes from Taupo town centre, we all love Biking getting out on the Boat for watersports and to ......
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The image depicts a small, one-story house with a red roof and a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a grassy yard.
The image depicts a small, one-story house with a red roof and a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a grassy yard.
The image depicts a small, one-story house with a red roof and a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a grassy yard.
The image depicts a small, one-story house with a red roof and a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a grassy yard.
The image depicts a small, one-story house with a red roof and a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a grassy yard.
The image depicts a small, one-story house with a red roof and a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a grassy yard.
about 19 days ago

Waikato, New Zealand

Come and help develop a permaculture property in Coromandel Peninsula, New Zealand
Hi there! My name's Mark, I'm a kiwi who has recently bought a property situated in native bush in the hills just north of Coromandel town, on the west coast of the Coromandel peninsula. I am developing the area in line with permaculture ......
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The image depicts a young couple posing for a photo in front of a scenic landscape, with a large body of water and a building in the background.
The image depicts a young couple posing for a photo in front of a scenic landscape, with a large body of water and a building in the background.
about 17 days ago

Waikato, New Zealand

Be a friend to our two playful dogs, talk with us in Italian and help a little around our property in Hamilton, New Zealand
In 2015, we 'workawayed' our way around Europe, where we had so many awesome adventures and met so many awesome people, so now want to continue in the 'workawaying' adventure as hosts. We are very friendly and love sharing travelling stories or even ......
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