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The image depicts a small, one-story house with a wooden exterior, featuring a covered porch and a carport, set amidst a lush yard with trees and a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a small, one-story house with a wooden exterior, featuring a covered porch and a carport, set amidst a lush yard with trees and a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a small, one-story house with a wooden exterior, featuring a covered porch and a carport, set amidst a lush yard with trees and a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a small, one-story house with a wooden exterior, featuring a covered porch and a carport, set amidst a lush yard with trees and a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a small, one-story house with a wooden exterior, featuring a covered porch and a carport, set amidst a lush yard with trees and a clear blue sky.

Victoria, Australia

Some DIY projects and and serenity of living in a peaceful area in Tooborac, Australia
I live on a stunning rural farm in Tooborac, in Central Victoria. I collect, recycle and repurpose a lot of different materials, machines, woods and plastics. I also enjoy repairing cars, building and managing the land. I love the serenity and ......
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The image depicts a woman sitting in a chair, with a horse nuzzling her face and a dog lying on the grass nearby, in a serene outdoor setting.
The image depicts a woman sitting in a chair, with a horse nuzzling her face and a dog lying on the grass nearby, in a serene outdoor setting.
The image depicts a woman sitting in a chair, with a horse nuzzling her face and a dog lying on the grass nearby, in a serene outdoor setting.
The image depicts a woman sitting in a chair, with a horse nuzzling her face and a dog lying on the grass nearby, in a serene outdoor setting.

Victoria, Australia

Tranquil home with beautiful views, shared with border collies near Castlemaine, Australia
I live in a beautiful part of Central Victoria. I live on 13 acres and am looking for help with my gardens and land. Your own vehicle would be ideal, as you can explore the area. However, it is not necessary. The work will be relatively physical so ......
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The image depicts a serene grassy field with rocks and a small waterfall, featuring a wire fence in the foreground and a sign reading \"Mandara\" in the distance.
The image depicts a serene grassy field with rocks and a small waterfall, featuring a wire fence in the foreground and a sign reading \"Mandara\" in the distance.
The image depicts a serene grassy field with rocks and a small waterfall, featuring a wire fence in the foreground and a sign reading \"Mandara\" in the distance.
The image depicts a serene grassy field with rocks and a small waterfall, featuring a wire fence in the foreground and a sign reading \"Mandara\" in the distance.

Western Australia, Australia

Help with gardening and stay in the picturesque Collie River Valley in Burekup, Australia
I am in the picturesque landscape of the Collie River Valley. It is 80 acres to wander and explore and help in the development of permaculture style gardens - vegetables, fruit/nut orchard and other trees. Set in the renowned Ferguson Valley only 20 ......
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The image depicts an older couple sitting on a balcony with a cityscape in the background, both wearing glasses and smiling at the camera.
The image depicts an older couple sitting on a balcony with a cityscape in the background, both wearing glasses and smiling at the camera.
The image depicts an older couple sitting on a balcony with a cityscape in the background, both wearing glasses and smiling at the camera.
The image depicts an older couple sitting on a balcony with a cityscape in the background, both wearing glasses and smiling at the camera.

Queensland, Australia

Help with gardening and enjoy the lake and orchards midway between Noosa and Fraser Island, Australia
We would really appreciate a helping hand and we would love to share our platypus sighting with you. We would also love some help and share in your Australian adventures. We would really love to welcome you to our patch in paradise. We know you ......
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The image shows a family of four posing for a photo, with two adults and two children, all dressed in casual clothing, standing together in front of a natural outdoor setting.

Northern Territory, Australia

Join our French/Australian family in Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia
We are an Australian / French couple and our two young sons living close to the center of Castlemaine. As well as making documentary films (Alex) and working as an engineer (Yoann) we are engaged in sport and activism in the local community. We ......
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New South Wales, Australia

Help with some cleaning and gardening cleaning on beautiful Pittwater, close to Sydney, Australia
We are a semi-retired medical couple in Sydney. Our holiday house is close to Sydney on beautiful Pittwater and we would like to host you in this beautiful location as well as in Sydney in transit. Little Lovett Bay It is water-access only, ......
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The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a herd of cattle grazing in a lush green field, with a red barn and trees in the background under a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a herd of cattle grazing in a lush green field, with a red barn and trees in the background under a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a herd of cattle grazing in a lush green field, with a red barn and trees in the background under a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a herd of cattle grazing in a lush green field, with a red barn and trees in the background under a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a herd of cattle grazing in a lush green field, with a red barn and trees in the background under a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a herd of cattle grazing in a lush green field, with a red barn and trees in the background under a clear blue sky.

Victoria, Australia

Ocean view rural stay in Narrawong, VIC, Australia
Hello, Alana and I live on a beautiful rural property in Narrawong, SW Victoria and could use some help around our home! In particular, we'd love some help setting up a vegetable garden, and planting some fruit trees, but have lots of interesting ......
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The image is a collage of nine photos featuring people and nature, including a beach, plants, and a mountain, with a predominantly white background.

Norfolk Island, Australia

Join our family and help us with daily life, house restoration and gardening on beautiful Norfolk Island, Australia
We are a Christian family of five living on beautiful Norfolk Island, approx 2 hrs flight from either Brisbane or Sydney. You can also fly direct from Auckland. Our house is a lovely island cottage situated just minutes from beautiful beaches and ......
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The image depicts a cozy porch with a small table and chairs, a wicker couch, and a brick wall, evoking a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image depicts a cozy porch with a small table and chairs, a wicker couch, and a brick wall, evoking a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image depicts a cozy porch with a small table and chairs, a wicker couch, and a brick wall, evoking a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image depicts a cozy porch with a small table and chairs, a wicker couch, and a brick wall, evoking a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image depicts a cozy porch with a small table and chairs, a wicker couch, and a brick wall, evoking a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image depicts a cozy porch with a small table and chairs, a wicker couch, and a brick wall, evoking a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Queensland, Australia

Organiser for home office & wardrobe in Jamboree Heights/Brisbane, Australia
Hello, I am an active lover of life with a happy and positive disposition who has an extensive range of skills, interests, and life experiences. Semi-retired well educated professional in my 50's with extensive travel and cultural experience. I ......
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The image shows a sailboat with a white hull and a brown wooden deck, floating on calm water, with a clear sky and no other boats in sight. The boat is positioned in the center of the image.
The image shows a sailboat with a white hull and a brown wooden deck, floating on calm water, with a clear sky and no other boats in sight. The boat is positioned in the center of the image.
The image shows a sailboat with a white hull and a brown wooden deck, floating on calm water, with a clear sky and no other boats in sight. The boat is positioned in the center of the image.
The image shows a sailboat with a white hull and a brown wooden deck, floating on calm water, with a clear sky and no other boats in sight. The boat is positioned in the center of the image.
The image shows a sailboat with a white hull and a brown wooden deck, floating on calm water, with a clear sky and no other boats in sight. The boat is positioned in the center of the image.
The image shows a sailboat with a white hull and a brown wooden deck, floating on calm water, with a clear sky and no other boats in sight. The boat is positioned in the center of the image.
The image shows a sailboat with a white hull and a brown wooden deck, floating on calm water, with a clear sky and no other boats in sight. The boat is positioned in the center of the image.
The image shows a sailboat with a white hull and a brown wooden deck, floating on calm water, with a clear sky and no other boats in sight. The boat is positioned in the center of the image.

New South Wales, Australia

A boat on the river opposite Newcastle city, NSW, Australia
I have a boat that is moored on the Hunter river, Stockton side. It’s a 41 foot ketch that is quite nice inside. Kitchen lounge dining area bedroom toilet, no shower. And to get out to the boat you have to paddle a dinghy. I have life jackets and ......
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The image features a woman with dark hair and a vibrant scarf, smiling at the camera, set against a blurred background with a plant and a wall.
The image features a woman with dark hair and a vibrant scarf, smiling at the camera, set against a blurred background with a plant and a wall.
The image features a woman with dark hair and a vibrant scarf, smiling at the camera, set against a blurred background with a plant and a wall.
The image features a woman with dark hair and a vibrant scarf, smiling at the camera, set against a blurred background with a plant and a wall.

Victoria, Australia

General gardening and DIY in Lyonville, VIC, Australia
I’m a single lady living on a property that requires some maintenance, on top of my general landscaping. I do stone work, wood work and leadlight. I have built several structures and stone walls on my property and with ageing, I find I require some ......
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The image depicts a rustic scene featuring a large pile of firewood, a rusty wheel, and trees, set against a backdrop of a sunny day with a blue sky.
The image depicts a rustic scene featuring a large pile of firewood, a rusty wheel, and trees, set against a backdrop of a sunny day with a blue sky.
The image depicts a rustic scene featuring a large pile of firewood, a rusty wheel, and trees, set against a backdrop of a sunny day with a blue sky.
The image depicts a rustic scene featuring a large pile of firewood, a rusty wheel, and trees, set against a backdrop of a sunny day with a blue sky.

Victoria, Australia

Help around our little family farm and explore Kawarren, Australia
Living in the peaceful county area of the Otway Ranges, Victoria in Australia our little farm needs some help with maintenance, gardening and care. It’s a quiet, relaxing place to stay with wildlife, beautiful rivers and bush land. There are great ......
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The image depicts a woman wearing a white hat and shirt, sipping from a green coconut with both hands, set against a yellow wall with a tree and building in the background.
The image depicts a woman wearing a white hat and shirt, sipping from a green coconut with both hands, set against a yellow wall with a tree and building in the background.
The image depicts a woman wearing a white hat and shirt, sipping from a green coconut with both hands, set against a yellow wall with a tree and building in the background.
The image depicts a woman wearing a white hat and shirt, sipping from a green coconut with both hands, set against a yellow wall with a tree and building in the background.
The image depicts a woman wearing a white hat and shirt, sipping from a green coconut with both hands, set against a yellow wall with a tree and building in the background.
The image depicts a woman wearing a white hat and shirt, sipping from a green coconut with both hands, set against a yellow wall with a tree and building in the background.
The image depicts a woman wearing a white hat and shirt, sipping from a green coconut with both hands, set against a yellow wall with a tree and building in the background.
The image depicts a woman wearing a white hat and shirt, sipping from a green coconut with both hands, set against a yellow wall with a tree and building in the background.
The image depicts a woman wearing a white hat and shirt, sipping from a green coconut with both hands, set against a yellow wall with a tree and building in the background.

Victoria, Australia

Painting and handyperson tasks welcome at my cosy cottage in Blackwood, Australia
Me: Hi my name is Genevieve and I have owned this old gal of a home for 14 years now and she could do with some TLC. Availability depends on if the cottage is booked or not , so it's all about timing. Just drop me a line and if you have the ......
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The image depicts a charming house nestled among lush trees and bushes, with a serene and natural atmosphere. The scene exudes tranquility and warmth.
The image depicts a charming house nestled among lush trees and bushes, with a serene and natural atmosphere. The scene exudes tranquility and warmth.
The image depicts a charming house nestled among lush trees and bushes, with a serene and natural atmosphere. The scene exudes tranquility and warmth.
The image depicts a charming house nestled among lush trees and bushes, with a serene and natural atmosphere. The scene exudes tranquility and warmth.
The image depicts a charming house nestled among lush trees and bushes, with a serene and natural atmosphere. The scene exudes tranquility and warmth.

New South Wales, Australia

Help with gardening and painting and experience rural village life in Termeil, Australia
We are a retired couple living on 10 beautiful acres on the South Coast 250ks from Sydney NSW.
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The image shows a family of four posing for a photo, with a woman, a girl, a boy, and a man, all smiling and standing together in a room.
The image shows a family of four posing for a photo, with a woman, a girl, a boy, and a man, all smiling and standing together in a room.
The image shows a family of four posing for a photo, with a woman, a girl, a boy, and a man, all smiling and standing together in a room.
The image shows a family of four posing for a photo, with a woman, a girl, a boy, and a man, all smiling and standing together in a room.
The image shows a family of four posing for a photo, with a woman, a girl, a boy, and a man, all smiling and standing together in a room.
The image shows a family of four posing for a photo, with a woman, a girl, a boy, and a man, all smiling and standing together in a room.
The image shows a family of four posing for a photo, with a woman, a girl, a boy, and a man, all smiling and standing together in a room.
The image shows a family of four posing for a photo, with a woman, a girl, a boy, and a man, all smiling and standing together in a room.
The image shows a family of four posing for a photo, with a woman, a girl, a boy, and a man, all smiling and standing together in a room.
The image shows a family of four posing for a photo, with a woman, a girl, a boy, and a man, all smiling and standing together in a room.

New South Wales, Australia

Help create an eco haven in Byangum, Australia
We are a family of 5, living in the most beautiful part of Australia! We moved here a 3 years ago and bought our land with the intention of creating a permaculture haven, a communal space for people to learn, share and be happy. I have many projects ......
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The image depicts a woman cooking on an outdoor grill in a kitchen, wearing a blue apron and black shirt, with a white pan and food on the grill.
The image depicts a woman cooking on an outdoor grill in a kitchen, wearing a blue apron and black shirt, with a white pan and food on the grill.
The image depicts a woman cooking on an outdoor grill in a kitchen, wearing a blue apron and black shirt, with a white pan and food on the grill.

Victoria, Australia

Help with a quirky bus fit out project and gardening outdoors near the ocean in beautiful Woodford, Australia
We live in beautiful Woodford, Victoria a tiny village like community. We are 6 minutes from a major town, Warrnambool. We are positioned just at the tail end of the Great Ocean Road, 20 min from Port Fairy, 1 hour from Portland. We are surrounded ......
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The image depicts a bathroom with red walls, black marble floors, and a white shower stall, featuring a sink and mirror, with a dog standing in the doorway.
The image depicts a bathroom with red walls, black marble floors, and a white shower stall, featuring a sink and mirror, with a dog standing in the doorway.
The image depicts a bathroom with red walls, black marble floors, and a white shower stall, featuring a sink and mirror, with a dog standing in the doorway.
The image depicts a bathroom with red walls, black marble floors, and a white shower stall, featuring a sink and mirror, with a dog standing in the doorway.
The image depicts a bathroom with red walls, black marble floors, and a white shower stall, featuring a sink and mirror, with a dog standing in the doorway.
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Queensland, Australia

Have a rainforest experience while helping on my land in Caravonica, Australia
My Name is Billy, retired. I live in Cairns In a large Pole home in the Rainforest , that backs on to the Barron gorge National Park. located 20 minutes north of the CBD ,the house has an elevation of 150m with valley and sea views overlooking the ......
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The image features two dogs, a pug and a chocolate labrador, lying on a brown leather couch with a green blanket, gazing to the right.
The image features two dogs, a pug and a chocolate labrador, lying on a brown leather couch with a green blanket, gazing to the right.
The image features two dogs, a pug and a chocolate labrador, lying on a brown leather couch with a green blanket, gazing to the right.
The image features two dogs, a pug and a chocolate labrador, lying on a brown leather couch with a green blanket, gazing to the right.
The image features two dogs, a pug and a chocolate labrador, lying on a brown leather couch with a green blanket, gazing to the right.

Victoria, Australia

Stay on the Mornington Peninsula and look after our puppies in Rye, Australia
We live on the Mornington Peninsula, just over an hour from Melbourne. My husband and I have a pug, a cat and an expectant chocolate Labrador! Our adult children live independently. We love walking on the beach and exploring the local wineries, ......
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New South Wales, Australia

Help with gardening and DIY at our beach house in Woolgoolga, Australia
We have a property on the north coast of nsw in a town called Woolgoolga half way between Brisbane & Sydney, right on the beach and with a little wetland , we have an abundance of wildlife , kangaroos . We have a little Maintenance jobs sanding , ......
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The image depicts a family of three posing for a photo in front of a lush greenery backdrop, with the mother, father, and child standing together.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a photo in front of a lush greenery backdrop, with the mother, father, and child standing together.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a photo in front of a lush greenery backdrop, with the mother, father, and child standing together.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a photo in front of a lush greenery backdrop, with the mother, father, and child standing together.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a photo in front of a lush greenery backdrop, with the mother, father, and child standing together.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a photo in front of a lush greenery backdrop, with the mother, father, and child standing together.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a photo in front of a lush greenery backdrop, with the mother, father, and child standing together.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a photo in front of a lush greenery backdrop, with the mother, father, and child standing together.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a photo in front of a lush greenery backdrop, with the mother, father, and child standing together.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a photo in front of a lush greenery backdrop, with the mother, father, and child standing together.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a photo in front of a lush greenery backdrop, with the mother, father, and child standing together.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a photo in front of a lush greenery backdrop, with the mother, father, and child standing together.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a photo in front of a lush greenery backdrop, with the mother, father, and child standing together.

Queensland, Australia

Join our young family and help out with gardening and general property maintenance in Topaz, Australia
We have a beautiful off grid rainforest property located at Topaz on the Atherton Tablelands. We are a young family (33 year old, 34 year old and 3 year old) and primarily need help with gardening and odd tasks. We have been members for nearly a ......
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