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Join our busy family in the northern suburbs of Melbourne, Australia

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  2026 

 Estancia mínima: Al menos una semana

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  • Descripción

    Descripción

    We are an English-speaking Australian family with two kids, 11 and 7. Both kids are involved in Scouting. ,My oldest is into music and musical theatre and the younger is currently playing ice hockey where this and skating is life. We’re a busy family and are often out and about with school, activities and sport.

    With the kids’ busy schedules, a lot of my energy goes into getting everyone where they need to be. This means I often don’t have much energy left for the everyday jobs around the house. Having a Workawayer with us makes a real difference. We’re looking for someone practical who enjoys helping keep a busy family home maintained. Ie clean, tidy and organised.

    Because my energy levels can vary, I’m not always able to direct or supervise tasks. We have a whiteboard system where you can see things that need doing, choose tasks that suit you and add things you notice need attention. We really appreciate someone who can problem-solve and work independently.

    The aim isn’t for you to take over the household, but to help keep things moving when I don’t have the energy to do everything myself. As I need a significant amount of active rest, to ensure I stay functional.

    LQBTQIA+friendly

  • Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje

    Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje

    Proyectos artísticos
    Práctica de idiomas
    Ayuda en proyectos ecológicos
    Jardinería básica
    Proyectos creativos DIY «hazlo tú mismo»
    Cuidado de animales
    Cuidado de niños y juegos creativos
    Cocinar para toda la familia
    Ayuda doméstica
    Mantenimiento básico
    Cuidado de casas y mascotas
  • Intereses

    Intereses

    Cocina y alimentación
    Libros
    Idiomas
    LGBT+
    Cultura
    Películas y televisión
    Cuidado de plantas
    Naturaleza
    Yoga / bienestar
    Escritura
    Mascotas
    Autodesarrollo
    Sostenibilidad
    Artes escénicas
    Música
    Jardinería
    Dibujo y pintura
    Bricolaje y manualidades
    Arte y diseño
    Animales
    Actividades al aire libre
    Senderismo
    Baile
    Acampada
  • Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje

    Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje

    Travellers will experience everyday Australian family life and have the opportunity to learn about Australian culture, schooling, food, community life and our local environment.

    We can share knowledge about Australian native plants and animals, ecology, gardening, hiking and the local area. I also enjoy sharing my interests and skills in art, sewing, aquarium and fish keeping, science and education, as well as karate and tai chi.

    You’ll get to experience local markets, community activities and family life, and we’re happy to show you local attractions and help you discover places beyond the usual tourist destinations.

    The kids are also very enthusiastic about sharing their interests, so you may find yourself learning about Scouts, musical theatre, music, cricket, AFL or simply what life is like growing up in Australia!

    We enjoy sharing Australian food and, when family gatherings allow, foods and traditions from other cultures too. We hope the exchange is a chance to share skills, experiences and perspectives while experiencing a genuine Australian family home.

  • Proyectos con niños

    Proyectos con niños

    En este proyecto podría haber niños. Para obtener más información, consulta nuestras directrices y consejos aquí.

  • Ayuda

    Ayuda

    The main help we need is with everyday household tasks — cleaning, tidying, decluttering and organising, gardening, occasional cooking and basic house maintenance.

    We may also occasionally need help with an aquarium water change or dog walking.

    Because my energy levels can vary, I’m not always able to direct or supervise tasks. We have a whiteboard system where you can see things that need doing, choose tasks that suit you and add things you notice need attention. We therefore really appreciate someone who is practical, can problem-solve and is comfortable working independently.

    The aim isn’t for you to take over the household, but to help keep things moving when I don’t have the energy to do everything myself.

    There are also a couple of small projects waiting for someone handy. For example turning some sawn logs from a tree we grew into a seat.

  • Idiomas

    Idiomas hablados
    Alemán: Principiante
    Japonés: Principiante

    Este anfitrión ofrece intercambio de idiomas
    We are English speaking, with very basic german. Kids are just learning, I can exchange pleasantries in Japanese. And beginner Auslan ( australian sign language)

  • Alojamiento

    Alojamiento

    You’ll have your own private room with a double bed. Couples are welcome, and we also have a single trundle bed which may suit a family with one child.

    The room has a bedside table, lamp, clock/wireless phone charger and built-in wardrobe. Towels and linen are provided.

    You’ll share the bathroom and living areas, including our combined playroom/office/studio.

    We’re flexible about food arrangements. Many Workawayers prefer us to cook, but we also enjoy having others cook. Just let us know what ingredients you need and we can usually provide them.

  • Algo más...

    Algo más...

    we are close to public transport ( 2 min walk to bus, to train station and bus interchange, supermarket and shops) .
    Being on the edge of the Yarra valley means we are close to many wineries, artists and farming properties and more community minded regional towns. Despite not living in one.
    There is bus up to Kinglake to explore the mountain.
    cafes with in walking distance,
    The plenty gorge is 5 mins walk away ( bush walking ) and the river buried in the bushland is there to follow for a walk.
    And many local attractions I am happy to take you to, quarry hills park and Melbourne lookout, Blue lake, the local reservoir and many more.

    There is also options to get to the Vline ( country train/bus) services for longer rural day/ overnight trips.

    we are in the 'middle' of Victoria ( northern outskirts of Melbourne), so options to go exploring by hiring a camper van etc are also possibility. It’s approx 4 hr drive east or west to get to either side of Victoria. Around 3hrs north to get to the Murray River.

    Please be mindful my kids are loud! but they are at school during the day and home is very much quieter.

    They can often be up early generally after 6 am. It can be exhausting but they will include you in the fun and games, and share their creativity too.
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  • Un poco más de información

    Un poco más de información

    • Acceso a Internet

    • Acceso a Internet limitado

      Acceso a Internet limitado

    • Tenemos animales

    • Somos fumadores

    • Puede alojar familias

  • Puede acoger a nómadas digitales

    Puede acoger a nómadas digitales

    My husband works from home 2 days a week, so internet can be slow at certain times of the day. But that can be discussed and worked around.

  • ¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?

    ¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?

    Dos

  • Mis animales / mascotas

    Mis animales / mascotas

    Kevin (4 años)

    Kevin is a friendly cuddly whippet, who’s very quiet and just wants to be near people.

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