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We moved from the city to a 12 acre property in South West Gippsland, Vic nearly four years ago. The property suffered from about 20 years of neglect so we are working on a range of projects indoors and out. These include reclaiming gardens, clearing deadwood from the many cypress trees around the property, fencing and improving existing pasture.
The property itself is set atop a spur in the Moyarra valley with fabulous views of the surrounding countryside. The holiday town of Inverloch is about 20 mins away with swimming and surf beaches on offer. There are also a number of bushwalking trails nearby. We are also about fifty minutes drive from Phillip Island.
There are regular bus services from Melbourne to the nearby towns of Korrumburra and Wonthaggi which takes approximately an hour and a half so getting to this part of Gippsland is easy.
There are two houses on the property which both require a lot of work inside and out including structural, plastering and painting work. In addition general help with day to day cleaning and cooking is also welcome.
In the longer term we are also planning to set up a small market garden and eventually an aquaponics system with the aim of supplying our own needs as well as generating some income. We are starting to undertake some work to set up the basic infrastructure for these projects.
As well as the outdoor and building work required to improve the property we have a growing menagerie which includes chickens, guinea fowl, a peacock, miniature goats and cattle as well as domestic cats, dogs and parrots. Keeping everyone cleaned out, fed and generally cared for is an ongoing task we’d also be happy to have help with.
Cooking, sourdough bread making and entertaining are things we really enjoy and we'd love to learn more about cuisines from around the world. We are not vegetarian but do our best to ensure our food is ethically raised and processed. We can easily cater for vegetarians.
In our mid fifties with no children we have a range of work experiences in music, sound engineering, IT project management, teaching and running a fresh produce company. We have both travelled quite widely and enjoy the opportunity to share and learn from others.
Al & Karen
Trabalho beneficente
Companhia para idosos
Jardinagem
Projetos de construção/faça você mesmo
Cuidar de animais
Ajuda em fazenda
Criar/cozinhar refeições caseiras
Ajuda a cuidar da casa
Manutenção geral
We have both travelled extensively and been closely involved in community arts and social organisations. Our property offers a chance to learn about sustainable hobby farming, aquaponics, local food and wine. As well as the opportunity to meet a range of people from local farmers to artists and musicians.
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We are looking to find people to help with a range of tasks around the farm as well as assist in setting up the gardens and building works. There is also a lot of general property maintenance and cleaning we’d welcome help with as well as animal care and feeding.
Inglês: Fluente
The second house on our property is currently empty (elderly parent now in care) so workawayers will have the whole house to themselves. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and fully set up kitchen etc. You would be required to look after an elderly German Shepherd and the cat (everything provided for them by us)
Full broadband connected
Airconditioned
Gippsland has a wide range of activities and sights including beaches, cafes, wineries, bushwalking, surfing...
Own transport may be an advantage but not essential as we can assist. Kayaks are also available for anyone interested in exploring the coastal inlet nearby.
Non smoking household.
Whilst we eat meat we are happy to accommodate vegetarian/vegan choices.
Guests will need to be ok with large parrots who are part of the family as well as our livestock guardian dog and a German Shepherd.
Acesso à internet
Acesso à internet limitado
Temos mascotes
Somos fumantes
Pode hospedar famílias
Unlimited broadband available throughout the house and in the guest room. A number of different work spaces available.
Este anfitrião pode fornecer espaço para vans.
Mais de 2
Maximum 25 hours / week, 5 days a week
Essas classificações são opcionais e foram dadas junto com os comentários dos membros.A classificação média deixada por cada opção é exibida.
Precisão do perfil:
(4.9)
Intercâmbio cultural:
(4.9)
Comunicação:
(5.0)
