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We are a family of 5 (mum, dad and 3 kids- 7 years, 4 years and 1 year old)
We live on a farm with big vege gardens and orchards, trying to live off the land as much as we can. We live a busy life as we own a native plant nursery and our kids do a range of sports and activities. We also live near 2 beautiful coastlines and love fishing, surfing and beach time. We have lots of ongoing garden projects and need help with the kids.
Locally the beautiful beache Mangawhai Heads is 15 mins away, along with Te Arai and Forrestry south and Langs and Waipu in the north.
All are a short drive.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Interests
Sustainability
Pets
Politics / Social justice
Movies & TV
Culture
Farming
Events & social
Music
History
Gardening
Cooking & food
Books
Art & design
Animals
Camping
Adventure sports
Water sports
Outdoor activities
Nature
Hiking
Beach
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are a social family involved in community activities and our business activities. We embrace Māori culture. We are involved in sports clubs and our children’s activities. We are also part of a tennis club and surfing club.
We have a native plant nursery and re vegetation/ landscaping business so we are involved in many large scale eco / nature projects.
We have an orchard and vege gardens and we use our produce to make chutneys, jams and preserving etc so we will share these skills. We have chickens, ducks, dogs, cows etc so skills around caring for animals is included.
I have a background in Geography and anthropology so love learning about other cultures. We both love travelling and learning about the world. We have had many woofers over the years who love our place. We come from a big family and love to share food and spend time together.
Help
We would love to find an Au Pair or a couple who might like to live here and help out with the children, garden and running of the homestead. We have 2 self contained out houses. We have gardening work, help with the animals, help with the kids, cooking, light cleaning and all sorts of tasks to keep the homestead and family life running smoothly.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Maori: Beginner
Accommodation
We have 2 outhouses - the Aframe (queen bed and 2 singles and bathroom) and The Honey House (self contained cottage with kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and living room).
We provide all food and love to share dinners.
What else ...
There is loads to do in this area. Lovely beaches and the townships of Kaiwaka and Mangawhai are nearby. Lots of hikes and places to swim. Because we are rural it is best if you have your own transport but we may also be able to offer a car to use depending on our arrangement.
We are a liberal family and pretty flexible. Looking for people who are also flexible and willing to work hard and will give anything an go. Postive attitudes, showing initiative and easily fitting into our family life are key.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
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