Aussie bush life, healthy food & hands-on projects near the Great Barrier Reef, Australia

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  Description

  Hello! We’re Natalie (a Year 6 teacher) and Damien (a fitter and turner), living just outside Bundaberg, Queensland, with our daughter Holly and our beautiful dogs Banjo and Lana, an alpaca called Sid and a heap of chickens.
  
  We live on 34 acres of peaceful bushland filled with gum trees, kangaroos, and birdlife. We’re slowly developing a more sustainable lifestyle here, with veggie gardens, fruit trees, animals, and plenty of projects always on the go.
  
  We’ve travelled to over 50 countries and have also been Workawayers ourselves, so we understand what makes a really positive and enjoyable experience. We’re easygoing, practical, and enjoy having people around who are happy to be part of daily life.
  
  A typical day here:
  - Start in the morning (earlier in summer, more flexible in winter)
  - Work a few hours on a project (pretty much always outdoors - gardening, building, or maintenance).
  - Break for lunch and rest during the hotter part of the day.
  - If needed, finish off any remaining time later in the afternoon when it is cooler.
  - Afternoons free to relax, explore, read, swim, or rest.
  
  - Evenings are usually shared meals, chats, and winding down together.
  
  This place is a great fit if you:
  - Enjoy being outdoors and don’t mind hands-on work.
  - Like a relaxed, family-style environment.
  - Are happy living a bit out of town.
  - Want to learn practical skills (gardening, building, sustainability).
  - Enjoy simple living, nature, and healthy food (mostly vegetarian, or completely vegetarian when we have vegetarian guests).
  
  A few practical things to know:
  - We mostly eat vegetarian meals (with occasional fish or meat), so this suits people open to that style of eating.
  - We use tank water, so short showers are important.
  - Non-smoking household (important for health reasons).
  - Please apply only if you are already in Australia.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Pratique d’une langue

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  S’occuper des animaux

  Cuisine/repas pour la famille

  Aide à la maison

  Entretien général
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Histoire

  

  Musique

  

  Dev. personnel

  

  Dev. durable

  

  Végétarien ou végan

  

  Événements/vie sociale

  

  Films et télé

  

  Ferme

  

  Animaux de compagnie

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Photographie

  

  Jardinage

  

  Cuisine et alimentation

  

  Livres

  

  Animaux

  

  Yoga / bien-être

  

  Sports nautiques

  

  Voile / bateau

  

  Activités en plein air

  

  Nature

  

  Montagne

  

  Randonnée

  

  Camping

  

  Plage
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  This is a relaxed, nature-based lifestyle with a mix of work, learning and downtime.
  
  In your free time you might:
  - Relax in a hammock or on the veranda.
  - Watch or go for a walk to see kangaroos and birdlife.
  - Swim or cool off in warmer months
  - Enjoy quiet bush sunsets and stargazing.
  
  Days off might include:
  - Beach or river trips
  - Exploring the local area
  - BBQs or social catch-ups (on weekends).
  
  Nearby highlights include:
  - Bargara, Kelly's and Nielsen's beaches (can get to via bus after we drop you into town) and Woodgate and Elliott heads beaches (by car).
  - Mon Repos turtle nesting.
  - Lady Musgrave Island (Great Barrier Reef).
  - K’gari (Fraser Island).
  - Whale watching (July–Nov).
  - Bundaberg Rum Distillery.
  
  What you can learn:
  - Practical skills like gardening, fencing, and basic building.
  - Sustainable living and property development.
  - Tractor driving and outdoor work (with Damien).
  - A genuine experience of Australian bush life.

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  Projets impliquant des enfants

  Ce projet peut impliquer des enfants. Pour en savoir plus, consultez nos directives et conseils ici.

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  Aide

  We’re looking for people who are happy to get involved and contribute to daily life here. Skills are great, but attitude and willingness to learn and feel part of the family matter most.
  
  Tasks vary depending on what’s happening at the time, but usually include a mix of:
  
  Outdoor & Gardening:
  - Weeding, planting, mulching
  - Mowing and whipper-snipping.
  - Helping with veggie gardens and fruit trees.
  
  Building & Projects:
  - Small repairs and maintenance.
  - Painting or basic carpentry.
  - Helping build things like garden beds, seating areas, or play spaces.
  
  Around the House:
  - Preparing simple meals.
  - Tidying and general cleaning.
  - Helping keep things running smoothly.
  
  Animals & Family Life:
  - Helping care for our alpaca (Sid), chickens, and dogs.
  
  Most work is physical but we keep things flexible and work around the weather. We aim to create a good balance between helping out and having time to enjoy your stay.

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  Langues

  Langues parlées
  Anglais: Courant
  Espagnol: Débutant

  Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
  We’re happy to share English and would love to practise Spanish. Natalie is especially interested in learning from native speakers from Central or South America.
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  Hébergement

  - Private guest room with queen bed (suits 1–2 people)
  - Shared bathroom.
  - Large kitchen, lounge, and outdoor entertaining area.
  - Outdoor spaces, and seasonal pool.
  - Wide verandas with bushland views and sunsets.
  
  Food:
  - Shared evening meals (mostly vegetarian, or completely vegetarian if our guests are vegetarian).
  - Breakfast and lunch are self-serve from our supplies.
  - We are open to welcoming vegans but would appreciate if they would help with meal planning and preparation as we don't have a large vegan repertoire.
  
  We’re super happy for you to share recipes and contribute to meals if you enjoy cooking.
  
  Alternative options:
  - Large tent setup with comfortable mattress (great in cooler months).
  - Plenty of space for campervans or caravans.
  
  Wi-Fi is available.

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  Autres infos...

  There is no public transport nearby, so having your own car is helpful but not essential.
  
  We can:
  - Pick you up from Bundaberg and drop you back in at the end of your stay.
  - Include you in trips to town.
  - Take you along on weekend outings when possible.
  
  If you enjoy independence/ have your own car, we’re also happy to suggest places to explore on your own.
  
  Final note:
  If this sounds like your kind of experience, we’d love to hear from you.
  
  Tell us a bit about yourself, your skills, and what you’re hoping to get out of your stay.
  
  Nat & Damo

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  Informations complémentaires

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    Accès Internet

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    Accès Internet limité

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    Nous avons des animaux

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    Nous sommes fumeurs

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    Familles bienvenues

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  We have acres of space for workawayers to park their campervan or motorhome during their time here. We also have plenty of room to set up tents.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Deux

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  Mes animaux

  Lana

  Banjo

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