Eco Program in Australia: Join our project and explore Australia!

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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What you get

Days off per week: Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Surfboards: You can use our surfboards as much as you want.

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

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Availability

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Stay at least: 1 week

The Experience

We’ve recently built a wonderfully energy-efficient passive solar house, complete with off-grid solar for all our energy needs, rainwater collection for all our water needs, and a worm farm waste management system for natural black and grey water processing. We’re now working to progress the landscaping aspects of our project. We’d be very appreciative of a helping hand or two to help complete: a natural habitat pond, garden beds, and orchard.

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Requirements

Intermediate English
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Talk to those who have lived the experience

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22 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

17 Learning about sustainability
16 Meeting locals
15 Get in touch with nature
14 Developing environmental awareness
13 Practicing English
10 Immersing in the local culture

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

16 7. Affordable and clean energy
14 13. Climate action
13 3. Good health and well-being

Alberto

Spain

Richard and his family welcomed us as if we were part of the family, making us feel included in their daily routine. We shared great moments together playing games in the evening or watching series. The place where the house is located is very quiet, beautiful, and spacious, so if you're looking for peace and calm, this is the perfect spot. As for the daily working hours, Richard makes sure that they are fair and as agreed, and he's always open to talk things through if needed, which makes everything very easy It has truly been a pleasure spending this time with the whole family.

about 2 months ago

Richard replied

Was so great to have you here, Alberto! Thanks so much for helping me progress both the firepit area and my Spanish! I hope we meet up again sometime!

Jonas

Switzerland

The Lockharts are an extremely friendly and open family. I felt well integrated. You sleep in a comfortable caravan and have your own bathroom in a shed outside the house. In the evenings, we often played games or watched a movie together. The food was always delicious and healthy. Thank you very much!

3 months ago

Richard replied

You're very welcome, Jonas! Hope the rest of your Australian travels are going great!

Laura

Spain

I had an amazing experience in the home staying with this wonderful family. The work is intense, and there is a lot to do, but it is totally worth it. They are kind, welcoming, and always grateful for your help. From the first day, I felt like part of the family. I learned so much, not only about gardening but also about life. The atmosphere is warm and positive, and the food is delicious! If you are ready to work hard, you will be rewarded with an unforgettable experience. Thank you Richard, Kerryn, Lyra, Kayley and the cute Charlie for these two incredible weeks.

4 months ago

Richard replied

Thank you Laura for being so great and adaptable during what I think has been pretty much the busiest two weeks we’ve ever had here, getting ready to go off on our own trip! We were so lucky to have you during this time, and we look forward to things getting back to normal on our return! Good luck for your Western Australia adventure!

Anabela

Argentina

From the very first moment, I felt at home. Richard, Kerryn, Lyra, and Kayley are a wonderful and incredibly welcoming family. I want to thank them for the beautiful moments we shared and the great memories I will cherish. I really enjoyed playing chess with Richard, even though I couldn't beat him! Haha. As for the work, the tasks were well-organized, and I truly enjoyed working with Richard—he is very patient and dedicated, and at the same time, he practiced his Spanish. I want to dedicate a special mention to my dear Charlie—thank you for your cuddles and purrs!

4 months ago

Richard replied

Thank you so much, Ani. It was really great having you! And I'm very sure we will see each other again!

Nastya

Ukraine

Volunteering in Australia has been an unforgettable experience. Staying with Richard and his family opened my eyes to a whole new perspective on life and communication. From the very first day, I felt welcomed and valued, which made the experience even more meaningful. One of the most rewarding aspects was the chance to share my culture while also immersing myself in a new one. Every day brought something new to reflect on. I was also incredibly grateful for the opportunity to mentally unwind from the difficult situation in my home country and feel truly alive again.

5 months ago

Richard replied

I'm so glad we were able to be a part of such a special experience for you Nastya, and you were a special guest for us too. I hope things go well for everyone in your country - keep in touch!

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