Donald

Australia
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I am currently

Travelling

Activities i am interested in:

Currently in the UK, love anything outdoors and in nature.
Description

I love to explore and travel and have a passion for experiencing new cultures and meeting people from around the world. Workaway seems like a great opportunity to do both, whilst positively contributing to other individuals' projects and communities in a mutually beneficial way.

I am studying my Masters of Teaching (Secondary) and would love to contribute where I can in a relevant setting. I have experience working as a teachers aid.

In my spare time, I can be found reading a book at the beach, hiking in the bush, playing cricket/tennis or running absurd distances. I enjoy an active lifestyle and strive to continuously learn and develop.
Interests

Camping

Culture

Outdoor activities

Team sports

Sustainability

Self development

Plant care

Movies & TV

Mountain

Gardening

Hiking

Fitness

Events & social

Cooking & food

Charity work

Beach

Writing

Yoga / Wellness

Politics / Social justice

Nature

Hitchhiking

Farming

Cycling

Books

Animals

Adventure sports
Languages spoken

English: Fluent
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Creative DIY projects

Languages

Some knowledge of:

Light gardening

Light maintenance

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Helping around the house

Animal Care

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Able to teach about:

Being an elderly companion

Hospitality/Tourism

Charity Work

Teaching

House & pet sitting
More details about your skills

I have experience as a teachers aid, cricket coach, after school care worker and disability support worker. I also have a Bachelor's degree in Economics and am studying my Masters of Teaching (Secondary). I have done a few different workaways across NZ, working in agriculture, maintenance and also school camps.
Age

26
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
- Special dietary requirements

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16 Jul 2025

Left by host (Spend time with our students ...) for Workawayer ()

"I was delighted to host Don, a truly well-behaved 25-year-old, in my home for a week. He integrated into our family so seamlessly and lovingly that saying goodbye was incredibly difficult – he had already become a cherished member. My wife found it easy to cook for him as he was never picky about food. Despite being from a Western background, he … read more

(Excellent )

16 Jul 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Spend time with our students ...)

I spent 1 week with Mahesh and his wonderful family in Tangalle. It was a great chance to experience the day to day life of a teacher in Sri Lanka. The schedule is very busy but extremely rewarding. Rosemary cooks excellent food and the family are so generous. I was also lucky enough to have the opportunity to spend a Poya Day with the family, … read more

(Excellent )

10 Jul 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help with an educational ...)

I spent a wonderful 10 days with Nanda, Nalinda and his family. The food was wonderful, the scenery beautiful and the days filled with endless surprises. It was a wonderful local experience. I helped, along with 2 other Workaways to continue developing Nalinda's tourism business and in the evening, assisted in zoom English lessons. We also visited … read more

(Excellent )

25 Jun 2025

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help teach English, German, ...)

I spent an excellent week with Father Tiron, Father Praveen and the kids at the monastery. They were all very welcoming, the accomodation was perfect and the food was delicious. I taught English from 9-12 in the morning and then 5:30-7:30pm in the evening. It was a very special experience. I loved playing sport with the children in the afternoons!

(Excellent )

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16 Jul 2025

Left by host (Spend time with our students ...) for Workawayer

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16 Jul 2025

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10 Jul 2025

Left by Workawayer for host (Help with an educational ...)

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25 Jun 2025

Left by Workawayer for host (Help teach English, German, ...)

(Excellent)

19 Jan 2024

Left by Workawayer for host (Help with a non-profit forest ...)

I had a great week with Hella and Joop. It was refreshing to live off the grid for a while and enjoy their beautiful property. I assisted Hella with 3 school groups that came to The Forest School and also helped out in the garden.

(Excellent)

17 Nov 2023

Left by Workawayer for host (Learn about Life at a ...)

I enjoyed a fantastic week with 2 other workaways. Jennie and Stephen really made us feel like family. It was great to help out in their backyard and also at the church with the children's group. I especially loved the picnics and Jennie's brownies! It is a beautiful old house, right next to the coastal path and beaches.

(Excellent)

5 Nov 2023

Left by host (Help with our garden and ...) for Workawayer

Donald was a great guy and fantastic help around the house... Think he learnt a few new skills, helped with clearing an overgrown paddock of gorse, honeysuckle, and a never ending wattle tree I had been trying to kill. He helped with tiling of a earth floor that did not not work out and felling of pine tree. His also good at mowing lawns... Thanks … read more

(Excellent)

3 Nov 2023

Left by Workawayer for host (Help with our garden and ...)

I had a great stay with Shushila over 2 and a half weeks. She was very caring, knowledgeable and a great cook! The work was varied and challenging but rewarding. Shushila has a beautiful property in the hills overlooking the ocean.

(Excellent)