Martin

Australia
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Travel information
I am currently
At home
My next destination:
France - from May 2026 until Jun 2026
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Description
I am recently retired and want to travel again, meet new people and experience other cultures. I have many practical skills including cooking, cleaning and gardening. I have raised a family and enjoy looking after children. I enjoy the company of others, singing and conversation. I am friendly, hard-working and motivated. I want to use the workaway experience as an opportunity to give and grow.
Interests
Writing
Gardening
Team sports
Water sports
Sustainability
Self development
Politics / Social justice
Events & social
Culture
Charity work
Architecture
Plant care
Music
History
Books
Photography
Performing arts
Animals
Cooking & food
Sailing / Boating
Outdoor activities
Nature
Beach
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
More details about my language interests
Teaching English
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
Some knowledge of:
Eco Projects
Life at a Farmstay
Babysitting and creative play
House & pet sitting
Teaching
DIY and building projects
Able to teach about:
Gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
More details about your skills
I am a professional town planner and manager in government, but have had lots of experience in tourism, marketing, event management and hospitality. I am good at organising things. I have lots of experience in gardening, housework, cleaning and cooking. I have raised two children and understand what is required to look after children. I am mature, intelligent and compassionate.
Age
66
What else ...
I play guitar and sing.
I have very good world knowledge as I have travelled extensively.
I love conversation and social activity.
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  No
- Special dietary requirements
  No

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5 May 2026

Left by host (Join my little piece of ...) for Workawayer ()

Martin was an absolute pleasure to host. He is positive, hardworking, helpful, and incredibly easy to communicate with. We truly enjoyed both working together and spending our free time with him.
He has the kind of stories you never get tired of listening to, and he brings a great energy wherever he goes. On top of that, he plays the guitar… read more

(Excellent )

1 May 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Join my little piece of ...)

My experience at Remzi and Özge's farm was fantastic. Even though they were both busy with work commitments when I arrived, I was met at the railway station and provided with a warm welcome and food to see me through my first few days. The jobs that I was given were varied and not too hard - gardening, cleaning the bee hives, moving building… read more

(Excellent )

27 Mar 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Learn new skills at a lovely ...)

I have had the pleasure of helping Kirsten look after her property on several occasions. Swan Cove is a small piece of heaven owned by an angel! The jobs around the beautiful house and garden are interesting and varied. Kirsten is the most wonderful and inspirational host you could ever meet. Her bubbly and compassionate personality, along with… read more

(Excellent )

29 Jan 2026

Left by host (Learn new skills at a lovely ...) for Workawayer ()

Martin has looked after my property and the guests many times. He is 'Mr Hospitality.' He is an excellent cook and always makes sure everyone has plenty of food and drinks. He is great at cleaning, gardening and wood splitting and is a very kind and generous person.

(Excellent )

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