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Lizzie – MXVL ARTS
We are halfway between Sydney and Brisbane with a train line, so it’s an easy pick up from Macksville Railway Station.
We live on a small residential block with biodynamic garden. Nestled on a small suburban block in Macksville, in the heart of the Nambucca Valley on NSW’s Mid North Coast, the backyard garden thrives in the region’s mild subtropical climate.
Warm, humid summers (December–February) bring daytime highs around 26–27°C and reliable rainfall that keeps the beds lush, while short, crisp winters (June–August) see mild days near 17–20°C and cooler nights ideal for resting plants. Spring and autumn offer gentle transitions perfect for planting and harvesting.
The compact garden bursts with subtropical favourites—citrus, bananas, passion fruit, herbs, and seasonal vegetables—echoing the Valley’s agricultural strengths in fruit production, beef cattle, dairy, and market gardens. Raised beds and fruit trees flourish in the fertile soils, while native plantings attract local birds, bees and butterflies.
Dominating the front of the block stands a large shed converted into a light-filled artist’s studio. Plus a storage container on one side, its wide doors open onto the garden, inviting creative work amid the scent of blooms and the soft rustle of leaves.
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Why I became a WWOOF Host

We joined WWOOF to share our passion for organic and biological gardening on our small suburban block in Macksville, Nambucca Valley.
As hosts, we hope to exchange knowledge of composting, companion planting, mulching, and natural pest control while welcoming helpers to our thriving backyard and artist’s studio shed.
By hosting WWOOFers we aim to create meaningful cultural connections, lighten the seasonal workload, and inspire others with regenerative practices suited to our subtropical climate. In return we offer a peaceful stay, fresh home-grown food, and the chance to learn hands-on skills amid the beauty of the Nambucca Valley.
We are looking for happy, fun loving folk (happy to have a couple) who are willing and like working together and also like having fun exploring all our valley has to offer.

Organic/Biological methods we use

In our small suburban backyard garden in Macksville, Nambucca Valley, we follow organic and biological farming methods that prioritise soil health, biodiversity, and natural cycles—perfectly suited to the region’s subtropical climate and fertile conditions.
We don’t use synthetic fertilisers, pesticides, or herbicides. Instead, we build rich, living soil through regular applications of homemade compost made from kitchen scraps, garden waste, and aged animal manure. Compost teas and worm castings from our on-site worm farm provide gentle liquid feeds that nourish plants while feeding beneficial microbes. We would like to explore mycelium.
Mulching is central to our approach: thick layers of straw, woodchips, or leaf litter suppress weeds, retain moisture during dry spells, and slowly break down to feed the soil. We practise companion planting (e.g., basil with tomatoes, marigolds to deter pests) and crop rotation across our raised beds and garden plots to prevent nutrient depletion and disease build-up.
Biological pest control is key. We encourage beneficial insects by planting flowering herbs and natives, release ladybirds when needed, and use physical barriers or neem oil sparingly only as a last resort. Cover crops such as legumes are sown in off-seasons to fix nitrogen and improve structure.
These regenerative practices mirror the organic and small-scale farming traditions of the Nambucca Valley, producing healthy, chemical-free food while supporting local wildlife, bees & birds and keeping our garden resilient year-round.

Skills WWOOFers can learn here

Farm type

Suburbia

Farming methods

Biodynamic

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The Stay

1 WWOOFer
1-2 weeks 2-4 weeks Longer stays by negotiation Whatever suits
In Our Home
No Smoking Inside No Pets please

The Stay

Eat together Share most meals Share cooking Food provided cook your own
Mixed meals some meat some vegetarian
Work and Study Remotely here by arrangement
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