Central QLD, Alpha

ByJuliet McConochie, Alpha

QLD
Posted 3 months ago

We are a family of 5 on a cattle property 3 hrs West of Emerald. All 3 girls will be doing school via Distance Education this year, ekindy, Grade 1 and Grade 2. We have a 18yr old govie who would love a hand juggling the school room, and learning a few tricks of the trade from a qualified teacher. Our girls need help with maths and reading.

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Preference Start Date 1

Term 1

Preference Start Date 2

Any assistance would be appreciated

NAME OF YOUR DISTANCE EDUCATION CENTRE ATTENDED (INCL. ADDRESS)

Capricornia School of Distance Ed, Gladstone Street Emerald QLD 4720 T 61 7 4987 9144

ACCOMMDATION & TRAVEL DETAILS

single
single-caravan
premises_caravan

ON YOUR PREMISES

premises_caravan
WILL THE VOLUNTEER HAVE SEPARATE ACCOMMODATION? - Yes
Govie Mindy Petersen

TELL US A BIT ABOUT YOUR PROPERTY AND YOUR FARM LIFE

Property is 45min NW of Alpha, it is a beef cattle operation all mustering done by helicopter and 4 wheel bikes. Our three girls enjoy horses and their pet bird, cat and poddy calves. We have a large veggie garden, orchard and our own bees and like to be as self sufficient as possible.

IS THERE

A FAN
AIR CONDITIONING
TABLE & CHAIRS
BED LIGHT
WARDROBE OR HANGING SPACE
A HEATER
SPARE BLANKETS

WILL THE VOLUNTEER SHARE THE FAMILY BATHROOM?

IS THERE A BATH OR SHOWER?

shower

IS THE TOILET INSIDE OR OUTSIDE?

outside

IF ACCOMMODATION IS SEPARATE, PLEASE OUTLINE FACILITIES BRIEFLY

Single donga accommodation is available with a separate shower/toilet donga all under the one cover and with concrete paths & lights.

WHAT WASHING FACILITIES ARE AVAILABLE

Washing machine & clothes line shared with the family

FREQUENCY OF MAIL SERVICE?

two weekly Monday & Thursday

IS THERE TV RECEPTION?

YES

IS THERE WIFI AVAILABLE?

WHAT TYPE OF RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES ARE AVAILABLE ON THE PROPERTY?

walking
swimming
photography
Others

CAN VOLUNTEERS HAVE DINNER AT NIGHT WITH YOUR FAMILY?

YES

SOME TUTORS, IF THEY HAVE THEIR OWN VAN, ARE HAPPY TO HAVE BREAKFAST & LUNCH ON THEIR OWN, ARE THEY ABLE TO HAVE DINNER AT NIGHT WITH YOUR FAMILY?

YES

TELL US ABOUT THE MEAL ARRANGEMENTS YOU RECOMMEND FOR VOLUNTEERS

Volunteers are able to have all meals or some meals with us, there are basic kitchen facilities with the dongas.

WHAT IS THE STATE OF THE ROAD INTO THE PROPERTY?

Gravel road, can be rough at times but graded by council on a semi regular basis

IS IT SUITABLE FOR A LOW CLEARANCE CAR?

YES

IS IT SUITABLE TO TOW A CARAVAN ONTO?

YES

HOW FAR IS THE PROPERTY FROM A BITUMEN ROAD?

34km it is suitable for both low clearance and caravan but need to drive slower

HOW FAR FROM, AND WHICH IS THE CLOSEST TOWN?

63km NW of Alpha

IS IT POSSIBLE TO VISIT A TOWN SOMETIMES?

YES

WHAT TYPE OF CLOTHING DO YOU RECOMMEND?

Long sleeved shirts and jeans/shorts

WHAT IS THE TELEPHONE SERVICE?

IS THERE GOOD INTERNET AVAILABILITY?

YES

IS THERE A COMPUTER IN THE CLASSROOM?

YES

DO THE CHILDREN USE A COMPUTER IN THE CLASSROOM?

YES

WHAT ARE THE CHILDREN'S GENERAL AREAS OF SPECIAL INTEREST IN SCHOOL OR IN THEIR FREE TIME?

Riding horses. bike riding, painting, craft, games