Olivia

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Kia ora! I am a solo traveler and learner passionate about sustainability and permaculture. Looking to help out with gardening, building, animals, etc. Currently seeking stays in West Coast/Canterbury

My next destination:
New Zealand - from Jul 2026 until Jul 2027
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Hello! My name is Olivia, though Olive or Liv works too.

I’m from California, and I am here on a 12-month working holiday visa (began July 2026). I am incredibly excited to experience the beauty of New Zealand over the next year! So far I have helped out on Workaways in Southland and Otago, and I would like to continue workaways further north in December.

One of my biggest dreams is to someday build a lifestyle farm of my own guided by permaculture and horticulture principles. I’m looking for opportunities where I can gain more hands-on experience and continue learning - whether that’s animal care, gardening, building/DIY projects, weeding, painting, eco projects, the list goes on! I’m very happy to help with cooking, cleaning, maintenance, and everyday household tasks.
I am also interested in hospitality/hostel positions and house/pet sitting. I love learning new things, am hardworking, adaptable, and definitely not afraid to get my hands dirty! Serving others, animal care, and being in nature brings me joy.

A few helpful things to know:
- I own a van with a camper setup in the back, so transportation is not an issue.
- I am a digital nomad. I work an average of 16-20 hours per week remotely with lots of flexibility, so I can easily work that schedule around whenever I am needed!
- I am vegetarian and would really appreciate hosts who can accommodate that.
- I’m ideally looking for stays of 2 weeks or longer, depending on the project and how things flow.

In my free time, I enjoy yoga, hiking, camping, paddle boarding, journaling, photography, sketching, reading, music, and really anything outdoors. I love learning new recipes and am an adventurer at heart. During my stay, I hope to explore and experience as much of New Zealand’s culture and natural beauty as possible.

I would describe myself as easygoing, thoughtful, determined, and quietly hardworking.

I’m really looking forward to connecting with kind people, learning new skills, and contributing wherever I can. Thanks so much for reading. I hope to meet you soon! :)
Interests

Vegetarian or vegan

Sustainability

Self development

Farming

Plant care

Music

History

Art & design

DIY & crafts

Books

Photography

Gardening

Cooking & food

Writing

Drawing & painting

Carpentry

Astronomy

Animals

Yoga / Wellness

Nature

Camping

Winter sports

Sailing / Boating

Mountain

Beach

Water sports

Outdoor activities

Hiking

Cycling

Adventure sports
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent

More details about my language interests
I am always interested in learning something new, and I love teaching whenever I can!

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:

Charity Work

Art Projects

Languages

Eco Projects

Light gardening

Creative DIY projects

Animal Care

Life at a Farmstay

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

Hospitality/Tourism

Light maintenance

House & pet sitting

Some knowledge of:

Helping with Computers/ Internet

Babysitting and creative play
More details about your skills

I’m someone who genuinely loves learning new skills and gaining hands-on experience wherever I can. I am eager to please and always willing to jump in and help.
Since arriving in NZ, I have gained experience with:
-calf-rearing
-gardening
-planting native trees
-painting
-moving stock
-water blasting
-driving 4 wheel motor bikes & side by sides with trailers
-and more
I have some past experience with DIY projects, basic building, gardening, weeding, general household maintenance/cleaning, and caring for animals including cows/calves, sheep/lambs, goats, chickens, ducks, dogs, and cats.
I come from a strong customer service background. I previously managed a busy drive-thru coffee shop for 5 years. I currently work in a remote administrative role for a dental office.
I’m adaptable, dependable, and a quick learner, and I’m excited to continue building practical skills through Workaway experiences.
Age

24
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- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  No
- Special dietary requirements
  Vegetarian

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2 Nov 2026

Left by host (Enjoy our dream lifestyle in ...) for Workawayer ()

Loved the entire time with Olivia, such a beautiful soul, and so willing to get stuck into anything we had lined up.
From boring jobs like clearing our pond area of sticks to waterblasting the house and staining our outdoor furniture.
A easy going personality to live and share a home with. The bonus was our toddler enjoying her as much as we … read more

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30 Oct 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Enjoy our dream lifestyle in ...)

I had a wonderful 3 weeks with Elise, Matt, and their daughter! I was welcomed into the family and felt comfortable quickly. My main tasks included water blasting, raking, weeding, feeding animals, sanding and staining a table and chairs, walking the dogs, and some cleaning. Elise is very clear with directions and expectations, which I … read more

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11 Oct 2026

Left by host (Get to know the local farming ...) for Workawayer ()

Olivia joined us for what was originally meant to be two weeks and turned into two months!
She became part of the household, and slotted into our lifestyle easily.
She helped with a variety of task and jobs, from cooking, keeping the fire going , painting, and feeding the animals.

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1 Oct 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Get to know the local farming ...)

I had an amazing time with Josh and Nymfe! What started as a two-week stay turned into two months, and I’m so glad it did.
I arrived at the beginning of calving season and learned so much about dairy farming during my time with them. I got to help feed the calves, learned how to ride a motorbike, helped paint their granny flat, and was even … read more

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30 Jul 2026

Left by Workawayer () for host (Help with gardening and daily ...)

I stayed with Helen and Art for about 2 weeks, and I had the most wonderful time for my first workaway! I felt welcomed as soon as I arrived and wished I could have stayed longer.

I really enjoyed playing card games, learning to milk, attending a community music bingo event as well as a line dancing party, and having great conversations at … read more

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30 Jul 2026

Left by host (Help with gardening and daily ...) for Workawayer ()

Olivia joined us for her first Workaway experience and she made it such a positive one for us too. She fitted right in straight away and was willing to help with anything we needed. She helped in and around the house, with cleaning, gardening, planting trees, and did some heavy work also, and she pitched in with prep for a party we had on. She … read more

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