General help and cultural exchange in Australia!

Top Host: This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Connect with nature: 9 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with the locals: 7 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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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

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.

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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.

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.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

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.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

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

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

Stay up to: 4 weeks

The Experience

Julie and I have a small hobby farm 25kms inland from Murwillumbah. The region is sub tropical. It's a 45 minute drive from Gold Coast airport, just over the Queensland border. We are 900kms north of Sydney. There is a separate guest room in our shed with a queen size bed and en-suite bathroom/shower. We're happy to host friendly, positive travelers, who are willing to do a bit of work around the property and learn from each other.

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Requirements

Fluent English or Beginner English
Between 18 and 80 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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a) How was your experience with this host?
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c) How much did you spend on this trip?

9 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

9 Get in touch with nature
7 Meeting locals
5 Learning about sustainability
5 Practicing English
4 Immersing in the local culture
3 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

7 15. Life on land
6 3. Good health and well-being
5 12. Responsible consumption and production

Maria

Poland

It was an amazing time I had spent with the home Julie. I felt so welcomed in their home and truly a part of family. It was amazing to hear all the stories, share meals and work together. I've learned a lot about plants, gardening, cooking, but also local animals and Asian cultures. The workload wasn't heavy and there was plenty of free time. Days passed calmly and slowly, creating a peaceful atmosphere, making me wish I could spend there more time.

4 months ago

Adèle

France

I was here during the cyclone so the situation was different and unexpected but Julie the home were very nice and comprehensive. We had interesting conversations about travels, cultures, arts and life in general. Julie was working a lot unfortunately (because of the cyclone) so I spent almost all the week with the home but we cooked, listened to the music, he helped me with my English and I even helped him to cut a tree in the middle of the road…funny experience! Plus, the nature is just beautiful so I recommend this volunteering if you are looking for a peaceful place :)

5 months ago

Umar

Switzerland

The home Julie made me feel at home and supported at all times. Daily tasks were diverse and very engaging; the hours reasonable and rewarding - always followed by delicious homemade meals. Performing gardening duties taught me a great deal about plant cultivation, and helping around the house made me more proficient at working with mechanical tools. The hosts demonstrated how to live self-sufficiently in the heart of nature, teaching me skills that are aligned with my future aspirations. Surrounded by mesmerizing views devoid of any noise or pollution, I felt healthier and happier.

5 months ago

혜정

South Korea

It was a great experience to stay in the home! the home Julie are very amazing people! I learned many things from them, and also I love listening to their wonderful stories:) The room for volunteer was very comfortable and their musics made my stay more special!

11 months ago

Clarissa

United States

One of the best Worldpackers experiences I've had, I wish I could've stayed longer! the home Julie are incredibly kind and hospitable, cooking delicious healthy food. The separate bedroom/bathroom is cozy, with great facilities. Work was not too difficult and I learned lots of life skills - mostly gardening in the morning and doing dishes after meals, with a beautiful view of the mountains. the home Julie took me around a neighboring town and national park, we shared many insightful conversations. I feel like I have a new home in Australia - absolutely recommend!!

12 months ago

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Hosted by Charles

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