Helen

Australie
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Information de voyage
Actuellement, je suis
en voyage
Les activités qui m'intéressent :
Exploring the country in my campervan. Currently in Lightning Ridge, NSW
Ma prochaine destination :
Wollongong, Australia - du Déc 2025 au Jan 2026
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Description
I recently returned to my home country, Australia, after spending a year out in the world, travelling and having new experiences. I prefer to stay away from cities - I love being in nature, meeting new people and experiencing life (the good and the not-so-good). I love spending time with animals. I enjoy bringing sunshine into people's lives, and I love connection. I enjoy having fun, and when I need it, I enjoy spending some time on my own, to process my experiences and recharge my battery.
Centres d’intérêt
Montagne
Yoga / bien-être
Vie en van
Technologie
Dev. personnel
Nature
Activités en plein air
Arts du spectacle
Animaux de compagnie
Photographie
Soin des plantes
Musique
Films et télé
Langues
Jardinage
Randonnée
Histoire
Événements/vie sociale
Dessin et peinture
Danse
Bricolage / artisanat
Culture
Blogs
Livres
Camping
Cuisine et alimentation
Plage
Astronomie
Animaux
Langues
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Espagnol: Débutant
Plus de détails sur les langues qui m'intéressent
I am interested in learning Spanish
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Compétences et connaissances que j'aimerais partager ou apprendre
Ça m'intéresse :
Travail associatif
Langues
Éco-projets
Préparer les repas / cuisiner pour la famille
Aider à la maison
J'ai des connaissances :
S’occuper des animaux
Aider dans une ferme
Accueil / tourisme
Entretien général
Aide informatique / Internet
Jardinage
Baby-sitting et jeux créatifs
Enseignement
Home sitting
Je peux apprendre aux autres :
Tenir compagnie à une pers. âgée
Quelles sont vos compétences ?
I am fantastic with animals - grooming, feeding, nursing, exercising, playing.
I can turn my hand to most things. I am great at tidying and organising and enjoy getting a place clean. I can cook, I have basic skills with fixing things. I can use most basic tools. I can drive.
Âge
47
Autres infos...
My interests are wide... I love pretty much anything that involves connection with people or animals, and gets me out in nature. I enjoy music, culture, the arts.
Informations complémentaires
- Fumeur
- Permis de conduire
- Allergies
  No
- Régime alimentaire spécial
  No

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14 janv. 2025

Laissé par le workawayer () pour l'hôte (Work with your hands and look ...)

I spent just over a month volunteering here and overall had a memorable experience, with both highlights and challenges.

The location is absolutely stunning, offering breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and some of the most incredible sunsets I’ve ever seen. Being surrounded by animals added a unique charm to the experience, and there was… read more always something to do, which kept things engaging. Sol is a fascinating person with a passion for animals & the land with a wealth of knowledge and experience and I appreciated the opportunity to learn through hands-on experience.

One of the most special aspects of my time here was the bonds I formed with the animals. Looking after the two horses, Prosapia and Alarik, was such a rewarding experience. I developed an especially strong connection with Alarik, and leaving was genuinely bittersweet - I would have loved to see how our bond could have progressed. I accomplished things with the horses I never thought possible, like confidently leading them down a gravel hill without slipping or getting trampled, and even cleaning their hooves!

The four dogs - old man Kaus, handsome Kiam, goofy Jack, and the mischievous yet lovable Jane (who ate my AirPod, and then later destroyed replacement ear buds!) - brought so much fun and joy to each day. The cats, Moon, Sky, and little Noël, were darling companions. I truly cherished every moment spent with all the animals & they left a lasting impression on me - I miss them dearly.

Beyond the animals, I also had the privilege of spending Christmas and New Year’s Eve with Sol and her family. I formed a lovely connection with Sol’s daughter and grandson, and sharing those special moments with them made my time here feel even more meaningful. The warmth and inclusion I felt during the holidays were truly heartwarming, and I’ll always treasure those memories.

A well-rounded review requires me to mention there are aspects that future volunteers should be aware of. The living conditions were quite basic, with limited supplies (e.g., no kettle, microwave) and very little to no privacy, particularly if you are sharing the space with other volunteers. The is also a persistent mouse issue. Volunteers need to be prepared to deal with this.

Workaway guidelines suggest that if hosts expect around 5 hours of work per day, all meals should be provided, or alternatively, fewer hours worked if meals are not fully covered. While every host has their own approach, communication around expectations & scheduling could have been clearer, as designated days off were not actively encouraged, making it challenging to plan sightseeing or personal time. The only set schedule each day is for the horses, and any other tasks need to be done around this, with volunteers expected to work this out themselves. Volunteers need to be assertive & proactive with their time and try to balance completing tasks efficiently while ensuring they don’t work more hours than is required as per Workaway guidelines and that they take their days off.

The work is also very physical, and the land is not flat. The sun is harsh and you will sweat and walk up and down hills many times in the day! Despite these challenges, I’m deeply grateful for the friendships formed, the animals I grew so fond of, and the unique experiences I gained during my stay. By the end of my time here, I truly felt like part of the family, and I hope to return one day soon. Thank you, Sol!!

(Très bien )

4 janv. 2025

Laissé par l'hôte (Work with your hands and look ...) pour le workawayer ()

Helen is a simply a wonderful person inside and out, I loved sharing with her the whole month, she is kind, loving, dedicated, passionate and full of details, beyond that she is an artist in deep cleaning she has a very particular gift with animals, she won the love of the horse Alarik who by the way his body language indicates that he misses her,… read more

(Excellent )

26 nov. 2024

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer ()

We were so grateful to Helen for traveling half way across the world to fill in when our original house sitter canceled due to an emergency. Our small lodge is remote, it was the low season with no guests, and yet Helen readily accepted the challenge with few complaints. The place was left neat and tidy and we couldn’t have asked for more! We hope… read more

(Excellent )

16 juil. 2024

Laissé par l'hôte (Experience a peaceful non ...) pour le workawayer ()

We are so thankful for Helen! Ray of sunshine fits her well. She beams joy and delight wherever she goes, with whatever tasks are given. She was great at hospitality, kitchen support, housecleaning and land prep. We had a lot of people on property during her stay but she welcomed all the different roles of volunteering with open arms. What a… read more

(Excellent )

15 juil. 2024

Laissé par le workawayer () pour l'hôte (Experience a peaceful non ...)

I stayed at the retreat centre for the month of June, 2024 and would come back and stay again in a heartbeat. Rebekah and Rob are kind and gracious hosts and my accommodation was very comfortable. I did have to move to a different location for the last week of my stay, which wasn't ideal, but they made every effort to make it as seamless as… read more

(Excellent )

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