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Warrnambool area
We have a three bedroom house on 2 acres in a rural setting (10 kms from Warrnambool). We have three very friendly dogs who will take care of you. We will be on holidays from 13th August until 30th August.
Dates: 13 August until 30 August 2008
Area: Woodford via Warrnambool, Vic.
Craig & Nerida - Email - Click here
Rosebud West
We're looking for a responsible, reliable and quiet lady to look after our home and pets (cat and kittens) in Rosebud West for 4 weeks from 01.09.08, while we go to Sydney. Our cat is afraid of men. She is very timid and easily startled by loud or strange noises, so quiet, gentle and considerate people only need apply. She is due to have kittens in early August so you will have to care for them too. Applicants with pets and/or children also need not apply.
Our home is very basic, definitely no palace. But it's clean and tidy. Gas heating and cooking.
Looking for environmentally conscious people who are into conserving energy & water, ie. no energy or water guzzlers. THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT TO US.
Duties include but may not be limited to keeping the pets company, keeping home clean and tidy, feeding pets and keeping them inside at all times. No gardening involved, grass mowing is taken care of.
We have Bigpond ADSL connected which you could use but you would need to provide your own laptop or computer as we will be taking our laptop with us. We have a modem you could use. All you would need to do is install the required software (which I will provide if necessary). There is also a printer available for your use.
Cat care experience and references are definitely required.
Cost of utilities is negotiable. A bond may be payable.
Dates: 01.09.08 to 30.09.08
Area: Rosebud West, Victoria
Valerie - Email - Click Here
Ballarat
I am looking for someone to mind a cat and dog for 2 or so weeks sometime between August and September this year (08). I do not require house sitting but rather someone who could sit the pets at their own place in the Ballarat region. If anyone is interested or knows of anyone who might suit the job, please email me to discuss.
Dates: Two weeks between August and September (dates to be confirmed)
Area: Ballarat, VIC
Beth - Email - Click Here
Melbourne
My cat is looking for a kind person who will look after her while her mistress is holidaying.  I live in a small unit suitable for 1 person some 30k south of Melbourne CBD. 5 minute walk from bus, 10 minute drive from train/beach.
Dates: 1/10/08 - 28/2/09
Area: Melbourne
Phyl - Email - Click Here
Bellarine Peninsula
We would like an animal lover to care for our two dogs and for our home while we are away. Plenty of room to park a caravan or boat and we are near a jetty for boat owners. Drysdale has many facilities, is 20 mins from Geelong, 10 mins from the coast and close to many well-regarded wineries.
Dates: 21st July 2008 - 16th August 2008
Area: Drysdale, Bellarine Peninsula, Victoria
Jan and Rick - email - Click Here
Telephone: 0402 321 424
Warrnambool
to look after large house on 5 acres, near coastal Vic town of Warrnambool. minimal gardening, look after 1 dog and 1 cat. car required.
Dates: Aug 14 to  late October
Area: Warrnambool
Tom - Email - Click Here
Ballarat/Geelong Area
I am looking for a single, mature woman or couple to house sit and mind three lovable pets for approximately 6 weeks from late July to early September 2008. Accommodation is available for two weeks prior to and after the required sitting date to allow the sitter to settle in and give a bit of flexibility when they move on. The house is a fairly large three bedroom new home on half an acre in Meredith a lovely quiet, safe country town about 25 minutes from Ballarat and Geelong and about 75 minutes from Melbourne CBD. The pets are the main consideration and require some special attention.  Lucy is a 16 year old poodle/australian terrier cross and is gentle and getting a little slow with age. Her main requirement is that she sleep on the end of the bed and have a lot of company.  She loves going in the car.  Augie (short for Augusta) is my 6 year old golden retriever.  She is gorgeous and is very well behaved and wonderful with dogs and children. She likes to sleep on the floor in the bedroom. Kitty Witty is our newest recruit and is 12 months old. She is a playful, easy going cat. The animals would be fine with a sitters quiet, de-sexed dog. The property is completely fenced and safe for visiting dogs.  Watering pot plants and mowing the lawn would also be required. We have lovely neighbours, friendly locals and nearby adult children if there are any unexpected problems. Please note the required dates are August 3 to September 10 but staying either end of that period is welcome also. References required.
Dates: Late July 2008 - September 10 2008
Area: Meredith, near Ballarat/Geelong
Margaret - Email - Click here
Telephone: 03 5291 7202

All Vic ~ Nth Vic ~ Melbourne

House Sitters
available in
All Vic

-678- Names . . Tony & Frances (Frankie) Mitchell -677- Names . . Jim & Frances Fuller
Dates available: 01/08/2008 onwards
Preferred area: All Tas, Vic, NSW, Qld
Occupation: Retired
Ages
62
  • We are a fit non smoking couple experienced in pet care gardening and pool maintenance.  We have owned homes in Townsville Brisbane Melbourne and the Gold Coast; and understand the need for care and maintenance of a home. Occasionally we work at a B & B Country Retreat: including looking after their business and pets. Previously my husband was an accountant and I was a Manager with the Salvation Army's Employment services.
    Our children are married and have independent lives, so we are available to housesit for long or short periods in various locations.
    Character references available.

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Phone:
07 5527 1961

Dates available: Any from end Jan 08
Preferred area: All NSW, Vic, Sunshine & Gold Coasts
Occupation: Retired - Experienced sitters
Ages
65 & 65
  • Both retired, Jim 20 years service RAAF Catering and Accommodation.
    Willing to look after domestic pets only.
    Regular housework, gardening, etc.
    Sporting interest Lawn bowling, caravanning and travel.
    References available
    from recent house sits.

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Phone:
0417 675 456 - 0419 145 735

-676- Names . .  Denis Miller -675- Names . . John & Helen Cameron
Dates available: Booked until 25/1/09
Preferred area: All Aust
Occupation:
Retired - experienced sitter
Ages
67
  • I am  66 year old retired male and an experienced sitter who is currently based on the Gold Coast. I am a non smoker keep fit, walk and play ordinary golf. I am a former homeowner with the usual domestic pets (dog, cat, birds etc.) and am capable of maintaining your property to a high standard.
    Travelling to different locations and meeting new people in this great country is my reward.
    I have been privileged to care for homes /units and town houses in the city and suburbs as well as small farms in country areas.
    I enjoy a beer and a glass or two of wine (in moderation) and I look forward to discussing your needs and requirements with you in the near future.

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Phone:
0438 558 323

Dates available: October 14, 2008 onwards
Preferred area: All Australia
Occupation: Retired ex Nurse / Editor
Ages
64 / 71
  • We are retired professionals who have just sold our 22 acres hobby farm in Kingaroy Qld. We are experienced in caring for animals of most varieties and willing to learn more. Because of our background a small holding to look after would be ok as would be a town property.
    We have a very old Dalmatian that travels with us. She is no problem as she also has her own bed. (But this may change due to her age!! so contact us anyhow).
    We are quiet (no parties), fussy and love gardening, bush walks and reading, understand bores and water saving.
    We are looking to do some housesitting all over before deciding where to live.

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Phone:
07 4164 2271

-674- Names . . Ed & Marlene Beard -673- Names . . Ken Baker
Dates available: 20th July 2008 onwards
Preferred area: All Australia
Occupation: Retired
Ages
58 / 57
  • We are a professional couple, recently retired, fit and active. We are very worldly and well travelled. Being home owners ourselves we are very conscious of all aspects of security as well as care and maintenance of property and gardens. We are pet lovers ( but currently no pets of our own) so no problems with any kind of pets. We are non smokers, based in Perth, Western Australia but are free to travel anywhere in Australia or the rest of the world to house sit at any time.
    References available and putting up a security bond will not be a problem if required.
    Available from July 20th 2008 onwards.
    Look forward to hearing from you.
    Ed & Marlene Beard

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Phone:
0417 688449 - 0400 580195

Dates available: Fully booked 15/3/08 - 20/09/08 & Xmas & Feb 09
available short or long term

Preferred area: Any - Smaller towns / Rural areas
Occupation: Service pensioner - experienced sitter
Ages
63
  • Retired Royal Australian Navy and Ambulance Officer, Country boy brought up on the land.
    Loves gardening and pets. Non drinker, clean and caring. Light gardening (watering, pruning, weeding - no push mowing but ride-on okay).
    Outside smoker. Experienced at looking after country properties. Please call for a chat and to arrange an interview if possible.
    Have completed sits in South Aust, Victoria, NSW and Qld. Currently sitting. Booked for mid March to mid Sept in SA, Vic, Qld, & NSW.
    Referees: Pat Harris, Townsville 07 4778 7004
    Roger Martlew, Millicent 08 3733 8005
    Phil Benstead Mackay 07 4956 1181
    Jan & Ron Casey Newberrima 02 4877 2517

E-mail: 
Phone: 0428 433 571

-672- Names . . Innes & Linda Thomson -671- Names . . Karen Layland
Dates available: Avail Nov / Dec then April on - Fully booked Sept/Oct & Jan - March
Preferred area: All Areas
Occupation: Retired
Ages
65, 60
  • We are a retired, mature, young at heart married couple looking for the opportunity to housesit your home for Nov/Dec 2008 and April 2009 on. We are fully booked until Nov and also for Jan to March next year.
    Having been home owners for many years ourselves we can appreciate the need for caring, reliable housesitters.
    We have been house sitting for the past 3 years and have cared for over a dozen different homes in that time, some of which we have been to more than once.
    We both love animals, are keen gardeners and also have experience in pool maintenance.
    We live a clean and tidy lifestyle, and have excellent references available.

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Phone:
0419 848 647

Dates available: October 2008-Jan 2010
Preferred area: Victoria
Occupation: Long distance student
Ages
33
  • Hi there, 
              I am a 33 year old single female who has returned to study and is looking to house sit for the duration of my studies. I am an animal loving house proud mature person who has been house sitting for the past 18 months and I have plenty of checkable references, all from people whom I have applied on line. Everyone who has had me to sit for them has had me back or is having me back which I enjoy as I get attached to the animals. I look forward to hearing from you and helping you to ensure you can get away with piece of mind that your home and pets are well looked after.

E-mail: Click here
Phone:
0401 856 756

-670- Names . . Brenda Veres & Julius Szasz -669- Names . .  Bill Murray
Dates available: available from 2nd October
Preferred area: All areas Australia
Occupation: Retired - Very Experienced sitters
Ages
52 & 64
  • Experienced sitters - available again 2nd October
    We are both retired (27 yrs Vic Roads Wodonga and 32 yrs Dept of Defence Bandiana), have our own home in Wodonga but love to travel.  We have previous housesitting experience which involved care of homes, gardens, lawns and pets and can supply references from satisfied homeowners.  We are a non-smoking couple who enjoy the simple things in life such as reading, photography, walking, sightseeing, crosswords and jigsaws.  As we are both house proud you can be assured your property, its contents and surrounds would be well cared for.  We know choosing strangers to housesit may be a bit daunting but perhaps you could view our long term employment record as showing us to be conscientious, reliable and trustworthy.

E-mail: Click here
Phone: 0260593297

Dates available: Anytime as I'm retired
Preferred area: All areas
Occupation: Retired Senior RAAF Officer
Ages: 59.
  • I'm a retired RAAF Officer with complete freedom in relation to time. However, I am also a member of The Salvation Army who does considerable volunteer work, primarily in the USA. Notable achievements include organising the warehouse for the Pentagon Disaster post 9 /11 (150 000 sq ft warehouse full of brand new donated items). I have also organised four fundraising campaigns, two in Arlington Va, and two in Lawton, Ok., and administered a Homeless Shelter in Lawton. When doing my volunteer work, I regard myself as an unpaid employee, not a volunteer.
    I own a home in Mandurah which I have let at 20 % beneath market value because of the financial circumstances of my tenants.  I am buying another home in Canberra which I have allowed family members to live in rent free. I am a great believer in having a social conscience. This is not because of some in-built desire to ingratiate myself. It's primarily in recognition that I have received such wonderful gifts throughout my life.
    To whom much is given, much is expected.
    I have had experience in home sitting (not house sitting...its your home not your house!).  I love animals. Sadly, because of some military caused disabilities I have some minor limitations in performing physical labour. I would like to have access to broadband Internet (my cost)... telephone is not a problem if broadband is available as I have a VOIP calling card. A car would be handy (although I actually prefer public transport).
    Interested in me...why not email me below
    and we can have a chat.  Who knows we might just fit! As always, any blessings.

E-mail: Click here
Phone: 08 9382 3305

-668- Names . . Stella & Ian Miller -667- Names . .  Kevin & Anita McIlroy
Dates available: After September 28, 2008
Preferred area: Victoria and Metro South Australia
Occupation: Retired
Ages
60
  • Experienced sitters in Melbourne.
    We are a retired couple.  Stella ran her own cake decorating business and Ian was a company secretary and senior manager with a number of large Australian corporations.
    We have been home owners for many years (and quite a few homes) and have put tenants into our Adelaide home so that we can travel within Australia and overseas.
    We are returning from Europe on July 31 and are looking for a house sit in Melbourne (preferably around the Bentleigh/Brighton area)
    We do not smoke.  We are capable gardeners, experienced pool owners, meticulously tidy and fond of animals.  Our own pets have included dogs, cats, birds and fish.
    Our aim is to make your holiday as carefree as possible. So if we can be of assistance to you, please call or email us. We would be happy to chat and to answer any questions, provide reference etc.

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Phone:
0419 867 916

Dates available: January 2009
Preferred area: All Australia or New Zealand
Occupation: Retired Headteacher & Retired Health Service Technician.
Ages: 68 & 69.
  • We are an independent retired professional couple who would very much like to undertake a period of housesitting in either Australia or New Zealand. During the past few years we have spent 2 very enjoyable holidays in each of these countries and wish to return for a longer visit to either country as residents for a longer period rather than as tourists.
    Both of us are non smokers and in very good health. We are very active by playing golf and bowls and by walking, swimming and gardening.
    As homeowners ourselves we appreciate the concerns any one will have in ensuring that their house is well cared for and we would treat the property with the same care and consideration as we do our own.
    References can be provided regarding our suitability including for one us a current police check.
    We should be very happy to discuss with you your needs and our mutual expectations as well as providing you with any other information you might require.  Thank you.

E-mail: Click here
Phone: UK 0044 1422240817

-666- Names . . Gwen Leske -665- Names . . Barbara & Roy Dibden
Dates available: June onwards
Preferred area: All SA, Vic and Qld
Occupation: Retired
Ages
70
  • Gwen  Leske, As an experienced sitter and being reasonably fit and healthy at 70 years, I have enjoyed travelling to many parts of Australia. Having grown up on a farm, I am happy to accept country houses and pets. Besides being able to catch up on reading, rest and relax, I look forward to travelling to previously unexplored areas, discovering beauty spots and historical local haunts, assisted with my camera.
    Available to go South Australia and Victoria
    Interested in Kangaroo Island, York Peninsula, South-east, Clare area.

E-mail: Click here
Phone:
0421 032 459

Dates available: 10th Dec 08 to 1st Feb 09
Preferred area: Any
Occupation: Retired - experienced sitters
Ages
63 & 64

  • After three years successful house sitting in Sydney and WA (references available) we are now looking for a housesit in WA, SA, Victoria or NSW, we will be available from approx 10th Dec 08 to the beginning of Feb 09.
    We are a retired English couple, non smoking, who just love cats; we come back to Australia each summer as we find European winters impossible so we have vowed to live in sandals forever. You could call us grey nomads with the aim to get to know our globe before we are too creaky to move.
    We fly into Sydney about the 1st Oct 08 as we have been asked back to housesit for the couple we sat for in Perth over Xmas 07/08 so they can go over to NSW Oct/Nov. We will be driving to Perth so we can meet you on the way over if it is convenient.
    During the European summer we spend our time in Rochefort, France, very close to the Atlantic coast and from time to time we pop over to the UK to see the family.
    My hobby is sailing and learning more about Capt James Cook and Barbara excels at needlework.
    If you would like to see what we get up to on our trips including photos check out our travel blog on
    www.globenotes.com/beeroy
    We look forward to hearing from you.
    It is easier to contact us by e-mail as we travel a lot and if you let us have your phone number we will contact you.

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Phone:
0401 480 009

-664- Names . . Brian Connett -663- Names . . Keith Burrows

Dates available: From June 08 onwards
Preferred area: All Australia
Occupation: Gardener/Handyman
Ages
67

  • Single, retired male wishes to travel Australia and will consider any area.
    Responsible, quiet, non-smoker, interested in photography and bushwalking - good with animals.
    I have recently finished five months volunteering at a Buddhist retreat doing a variety of jobs.

E-mail: Click here
Phone:
07 3341 0160

Dates available: Fully booked until October 2008
Preferred area: All Australia but prefer South East Qld areas or New Zealand - anywhere considered !!
Occupation: Retired - very experienced sitter
Ages 67
  • Prefer something long-term around South East Qld area and maybe not too far from the coast.
    I am a very fit 67 year old male - non smoker - occasional drink. Have lived in Canberra for over 30 years and worked at the Australian National University. I already own a house and have also cared for houses for short periods. More recently I lived in a house in Perth and supervised renovations for the overseas owners and house-sat in Qld and Tasmania. I enjoy maintaining gardens and as an ex farmer have always liked all animals. Currently sitting a 11,000 acre property in Nth Qld, then off to Ormeau, Gold coast area, in April - fully booked until end October.
    Enjoy cycling tennis and outdoor activities. Conscientious & reliable I also have the skills and knowledge to carry out routine maintenance. I believe you should always leave a house even better than you find it.

E-mail: Click here
Phone: 0429 876 575

-659- Names . . Rosie Brooke -658- Names . . Pauline Preece & Barry Jackson

Dates available: 4th - 28th January 2009
Preferred area: Anywhere in Australia - bus trip / walk to water, salt or fresh
Occupation: Secondary English Teacher
Ages
57

  • I am responsible, reliable and love houses, gardens and animals.
    After my divorce and sojourn overseas, I have decided not to live in my rental property for some time and during the Christmas school holidays, I would love to look after someone's much loved property and animals.

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Phone:
0434 242 052

Dates available: December 08 onwards
Preferred area: All Australia
Occupation: Retired - Experienced sitters
Ages
62

  • We are mature age, reliable, non-smoking retired professional couple and have owned our own homes and are now experienced house sitters. We are very particular about keeping a clean, tidy home and enjoy gardening, so your property and its contents would be well looked after.
    We have also cared for pets at most of our house sits. Barry has plenty of experience in all home and garden maintenance, whether city or rural, including maintaining a pool and/or spa.
    We have many, excellent references available on request, also a current Police clearance.

E-mail: Click here
Phone:
0412 051 673

-657- Names . . Naomi Buttler -656- Names . . Margaret & Anné, Gerardus Halman
Dates available: Anytime
Preferred area: All Vic
Occupation: Financial Consultant
Ages
29
  • I'm a reliable and self-sufficient 29 year old girl looking to care and maintain your house. I've always been very independent and having lived on my own most my life I am used to keeping a house well-cleaned and loved. I adore animals and will make sure any pets you have are well nourished and loved.

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Phone:
0407 404 788

Dates available: From February 2009
Preferred area: All Regional Areas: Australia
Occupation: Community Workers. Foster Care & Counselling
Ages
61 & 63
  • We are both non smoking, professional workers, semi retired, working and travelling throughout regional Australia. Our preference is anywhere in regional Australia. We have lived in rentals and   
    owned our own home and know how important care, maintenance and security is.
    We are also happy to take care of your pets. Anné, who was born in Holland which explains his name, is a good handyman and we are both keen gardeners.
    We love the country and are keen bush walkers. Recent Police clearances, character and house-sitting references are available.

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Phone: 0409 819 858

-653- Names . .  Marie Young -652- Names . . Jodie
Dates available: Various !
Preferred area: All Areas
Occupation: registered critical care nurse
Ages
27
  • Hello there, I am a friendly trustworthy nurse. I am English but currently going for residency. I have a 4 year sponsored visa.
    I would like to do this to travel more and meet people!! I take pride in keeping a house neat and tidy. I love animals and have grown up with cats and taken friends dogs for walks. I live in the glebe suburb of Sydney. I live with two friends, one a nurse and another is a medical sales rep.
    In my spare time I like to see friends, go to the gym (training for the gold coast 10km) kickboxing, movies.
    I hope you have a great day and look forward to hearing from you, feel free to ask me questions.

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Phone: 0406 734 015

Dates available: 1st April onwards
Preferred area: 70km Melbourne
Occupation: PhD Student / Educational Consultant
Ages
31
  • * Experienced housesitter with excellent references.
    * Absolutely love the company of animals and gardens.
    * Reputation for taking the utmost care in my house and pet sitting duties - I have been invited back to house/pet sit on numerous occasions.
    * Non-smoker with no pets or children of my own
    * 31 year-old female, conscientious, responsible

    Formerly a teacher, I am currently studying a PhD at Melbourne University (on a scholarship), and also work as an educational consultant part-time. I have a special love of animals and gardens... in fact these provide a welcome contrast to my work and study. The nature of my work and study allows me the flexibility required for housesitting, as well as making me very appreciative of any opportunity to save for a house of my own in the future.
    As I am based in Ballarat and studying in Carlton, I am particularly interested in weekend and long-term housesitting opportunities in Melbourne and surrounds.
    Please feel free to email or call for further information

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Phone:
0410 475 914

-651- Names . .  Peter & Kay Silk -650- Names . .  Jeanette Woodrow
Dates available: All year - booked to end Aug 08
Preferred area: All around Australia
Occupation: Retired - Experienced sitters
Ages
Retired couple
  • We have been house sitters for a number of years and have looked after a whole range of properties varying from small farms to city dwellings.  We take great pride in our own home and garden and likewise in the home and gardens of any houses that we look after.  Animals are not an issue.  We have excellent references available from homeowners who we have previously house sat for.

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Phone:
026361 2149

Dates available: April onwards, long-term
Preferred area: All areas
Occupation: Engineer, Welder, Spray painter
Ages
64
  • Very capable lady engineer with own mobile home. Very experienced with animals.
    My Web Page is
    www.matreshkaswhisperingoaks.com
    where you can see my life is all about Animals (The Little People)
    Thank you Jeanette

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Phone:
02 6664 7345

-645- Names . .  Maree & Geoffrey Chambers -644- Names . . Marg Manfield
Dates available: 24th Feb 08 to 24th Feb 09
Preferred area: All SA, Vic, NSW, Qld
Occupation:
Retired - experienced sitters
Ages
68 & 69
  • We are retired and travel full time, we had a lovely home and garden before we retired, so looking after another garden would not be a bother. We are reasonably fit people, non smokers, have an odd drink of beer or wine.
    Prior to our retirement we operated several successful businesses, and would look after your home and garden as if they were our own.
    We have a 25 foot caravan and we would require the space to park it when sitting.

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Phone:
0427 252 370

Dates available: from 28th Sept 08
Preferred area: All NT, Darwin & Alice, All WA & Perth, All Vic
Occupation: Semi Retired
Ages
56
  • Minding your home is an honour - not a cheap holiday !!
    I have been house sitting for three years now. I have done a reasonable amount and I have minded house for friends and family on numerous occasions from Darwin to Perth.
    I can supply references and I also have a police clearance.
    I have been a Rotarian for 1
    5+yrs.
    I am 5
    6yrs young; semi retired.
    I have lived and worked in the remote area of NT for 30yrs so now I have decided to have a look around our great country before I need to buy/ build somewhere and settle.
    I have two wonderful kids (adults)
    I have tended cats, dogs
    (large & small), guinea pigs and fowl, horses, sheep, donkeys, pigs and all sorts of birds- and gardening is therapy!.
    I also travel with my 4
    legged companion - Mischa.  She is a most personable creature and loves everyone!! She is also used to being around other animals.
    My work background is nursing and then owning and running a very successful contracting business.
    What else - ??? I love life, have a healthy respect for others and will answer any question you want to ask.

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Phone: 0419 870 152

-643- Names . . Carol Harrison -640- Names . .  Beverley Thompson & Alan Faulks

Dates available: From Now onwards
Preferred area: 15km Shopping centre
Occupation: Retired retailer
Ages
61

  • I am a refined lady of mature age, well travelled with experience house sitting.
    Top credentials, genuine animal lover and carer.
    Willing to travel interstate as long as handy to transport and 6 weeks or more.

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Phone:
0432 838 244

Dates available: From September 2008
Preferred area: SE QLD. NSW. VIC. SOUTH AUST
Occupation: Retired - Experienced sitters
Ages
60
  • We are still enjoying our housesitting journey and are presently housesitting in South-East Queensland and are available for further housesitting assignments until September 2008. We then plan to head to the southern states and spending some time in South Australia in 2008/2009.
    We have been housesitting for 4 years and are experienced in many types of homes, large and small rural properties, caravan parks and hotels.  
    We are a young, active retired couple of 60 who are travelling Australia and housesitting as we go. We love the challenge of new experiences and expanding our housesitting assignments. We have many repeat assignments and have made lots of friends around Australia. We enjoy the outdoor lifestyle and are experienced with pets and animals. We are a non-smoking couple who will care for your home as if it was our own. We have references and police check.
    You can enjoy your holiday without the worry of leaving your home unattended and putting your pets in a pet caring establishment. We will be happy to discuss any special requirements that you may have.
    You will not be disappointed with our professional housesitting service and can enjoy that special holiday.
    Thank you for giving us your consideration.

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Phone:
0439 088 635

-639- Names . .  Donna Tuttle & Terry Reilly -638- Names . .  Janis & Adrian
Dates available: All year
Preferred area: All Australia
Occupation: Retired couple
Ages
60
  • We have had 6 previous house sits and all of our owners have been more than happy. We have references and BEING NON DRINKERS OR SMOKERS. We have an great rapport with animals. We travel in a motor home with our dog Nugget and she has no trouble fitting into a new environment with other animals. Any mowing must be on ride on only and no heavy gardening tasks.

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Phone:
0427 886 318

Dates available: From 1st October 2008
Preferred area: All Australia
Occupation: Retired Business Executives - Experienced sitters
Ages
57 & 68
  • Professional, Excellent House Sitter, will leave your home, pets & gardens in perfect condition.
    Hi, my name is Janis. My partner Adrian and I are non-smokers with professional backgrounds. We are reliable, responsible people who respect other peoples property & belongings. We are both animal lovers and proud housekeepers and as we have been house sitting for nearly 4 years, we have excellent references and home owners that will be delighted to give a verbal reference should you require one urgently.
    Our children are all independent living in Qld NSW & Vic. which enables us to move around enjoying house sitting for short and long term situations. In some cases we have house-sat for the same home owners on more than one occasion. We look forward to looking after your home & pets while you are away and assure you, that you will find everything in perfect order on your return.
    Thank you for considering us as your Sitters
    and we can be contacted
    below

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Phone:
0439 759977 ---  0417 768283

-637- Names . . Geoffrey & Carissa Dunne -636- Names . . David Coward & Kerry Glass
Dates available: 2008 / 2009
Preferred area: Nth Qld, Nth NSW, All Vic, All WA
Occupation: Painter & Spa Receptionist
Ages
41 & 42
  • We as a family have never house sat before. This is an opportunity for us to get out and travel Australia. We would be looking at sitting for people who are looking at travelling for a long period of time. We are non smokers and absolutely love animals, we have a bird, four dogs Holly is a rotti x border collie, Kirra is kelpie x border collie and our two adorable pugs our babies.... At this moment we are situated in Cairns renting a house that we sold a year ago and bought an acre of rainforest in Kuranda.

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Phone:
0740381164 - 0408065543

Dates available: Anytime - short or long term
Preferred area: 100 kms radius of Echuca/Moama
Occupation: Retired
Ages
59
  • Mature couple with 12 months sitting experience, available for short or long term incountry Vic / NSW, currently in Echuca / Moama.
    Active retired couple in late 50's from WA travelling around Australia are interested in house sitting your property with care and kindness, short or long term stays optional. Sorry, allergic to cats.
    Skills include handyperson/maintenance, gardening, housekeeping as well as sporting and coaching abilities. Previous employers included Aust Red Cross, Private School, Retirement Hostels, Apex , Community Based Organisations and Sporting Associations.
    We are an organised and sincere couple with a flexible approach to moderate lifestyles.
    References available from
    Mr Russell Aubrey   Senior Master  Wesley College Sth Perth WA     0893688000 (bus)
    Mr Michael Chong   Administration Retail  Aust Red Cross Perth WA   0893255111

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Phone:
0407 715 747

-635- Names . . Ian & June Stevens -633- Names . . Harry & Nancy Reynolds
Dates available: Booked until January 2009
Preferred area: All Tas, Vic, NT, Qld, NSW
Occupation: Retired Plumbers
Ages
66 & 55
  • Available again from January 09 onward
    Active, fit and non-smokers.
    June & I have just sold our lovely home in the southern suburbs of Brisbane and are ready to take up housesitting again after a year off.
    From our previous stint as house sitters on this site we have excellent references and Police certificate and are free to travel anywhere.
    We are happy to look after your pets and animals and look after your home as we would our own, whether it be city or country.

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Phone: 0427 868 865

Dates available: Sept 08 onwards
Preferred area: Brisbane, Sunshine & Gold Coasts, NSW North, South, Sydney, Canberra, All Victoria
Occupation: Retirees
Ages
69 & 65
  • experienced sitters - currently booked for sitting until Sept 08. references available from recent house sits.
    Retired non smoking couple, live a quiet lifestyle, play lawn bowls, enjoy the coastal areas, enjoy surfing.
    We currently live on the Central Coast of NSW, have our own transport, happy to care for pets, look after gardens & lawns, Swimming pool etc.

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Phone:
0243961039 mob 0412961039

-631- Names . .  Miara & Jock Turnbull -632- Names . . Alan & Jean Thompson
Dates available: Now onwards
Preferred area: All Australia
Occupation: Retired - experienced sitters
Ages
64 & 67
  • Experienced sitters - Cairns to WA and many points in between.
    We are a non smoking, non drinking couple who have spent twenty years in the RAAF 1960 - 1980. Been farmers, and have owned our own takeaway business for six years before retiring. Miara has worked as an enrolled nurse since 1970 until retirement. Jock was an Admin Officer in the RAAF and with the Qld Police service in the Bundaberg Police station.
    We have three adult sons and 8 grandchildren.
    We are keen gardeners and pet lovers.

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Phone:
(07) 4974 9071 - 0427 747 324

Dates available: From 1/4/08 onward
Preferred area: Perth, Adelaide, All Vic, Nth Qld, NSW, Canberra, Darwin
Occupation: Retired - Experienced sitters
Ages
72 & 74
  • Have lived in a retirement village for 10years, active on committees etc; Alan retired baker Jean retired office worker, came from Adelaide to Queensland in 1994 to be closer to family.
    Honest, reliable, non smokers social drinkers only. Would prefer 1 dog or cat.

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Phone:
07 5445 4618

-625- Names . . Ches & Rick  
Dates available: from late January 2008 onwards
Preferred area: All NSW, ACT, Tas, SA, Vic, Sth Qld
Occupation: Retired
Ages
50's
  • We are three people, a married couple with our adult son, who have decided to spend a year or so house-sitting around Australia.
    We are all from a background in caring fields (aged care and disability) and all can provide excellent references. None of us drink or smoke.
    We have managed a holiday farm for several years and managed some holiday apartments by the sea for several years.
    We are experienced sitters and can arrange for you to speak with owners from some of our previous sits if you wish.
    We have cared for a variety of pets and they always get lots of attention because there are three of us. They have included dogs, cats, horses, sheep, goats, alpacas, rabbits and a variety of poultry.
    We are currently sitting in South Australia where we are caring for a Labrador, a labra doodle and a black cat, all of whom are inside/outside pets.
    We are free in late January 2008 and would be happy to discuss your needs for that time.

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-613- Names . . John & Betty Prangley -609- Names . . Ray & Barbara Murrell
Dates available: Now onwards
Preferred area: All Vic and Tas
Occupation: Retired - Experienced sitters
Ages
75
  • We are a retired couple who will maintain your property in a meticulously clean condition, including the garden.
    We have been in business for approximately 30 years in Central Qld. Being retired it is now possible for us to move around, time is no object, and we are at present Melbourne based.
    Over a period of 3 years, we have been house sitting and have made many satisfied and good friends, from suburban to small acreage properties.
    As a unit we are an average husband and wife, non smokers, with a 13 year old poodle totally house trained, and a loving pet.
    If we can help, please call below

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Phone:
Betty and John - 03 9534 1808 -
0409 044 653 - 0448 374 200

Dates available: All year
Preferred area: All Aust - especially Nth Qld, NSW, Tas but NOT Brisbane
Occupation: Retired
Ages 73 & 73
  • We are both very active 73 year olds, Non smokers, Barbara is kept busy looking after 2 youngest grandchildren and house work for us and her Daughter . I do volunteer work for my local R.S.L. and go to the Gym. We have done considerable Volunteer work including the Sydney Olympics, Goodwill games in Brisbane and CHOGM on the sunshine coast. I spent 24 years in the Australian navy and then had my own business until retirement.
    We would prefer jobs up to about 6 to 8 weeks long - no extended times.
    We have references from home sitting jobs we have done   Ray & Barbara

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Phone: 07 3285 4642 - 0412 608 507

-608- Names . . Harry & Wendy Kerrison -604- Names . . Bruce Shears
Dates available: from 10th Dec '07 to end Jan (or longer)
Preferred area: Albury/Wodonga
Occupation:
Pet Carer & Data entry
Ages
38 & 36
  • Wendy and I have been owner operators of a Boarding Kennel & Cattery in NE Vic for 2 years. Prior to that Harry worked in the NSW court system as a senior clerk and operated country courthouses.
    We are both mature and responsible and regard any home we sit as a huge responsibility.
    We enjoy the outdoors, are non-smokers and absolutely love time with animals and quiet nights at home.
    We are clean, tidy and we understand the importance of trust and privacy.

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Phone:
0427 000 286

Dates available: From 12th Nov 07 onwards
Preferred area: All Qld, NSW, Vic, SA
Occupation: Retired
Ages
75
  • I am a mature, single (widowed) Australian in good health, non-smoker of sober habits with own transport, looking to house sit in any area, preferably smaller towns or country areas.
    I'm a past home owner with handyman abilities, stable personality, trustworthy and physically capable.
    Looking forward to looking after your home - house sitting and the obligations required are within my sphere and are appealing as it offers a varied lifestyle.

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Phone:
0400 289 120

-603- Names . . Karin Anarchia Siegrist -601- Names . . Katrina Gregory
Dates available: present to ongoing ( prefer 3 weeks min)
Preferred area: Melbourne, Bendigo, Mornington Peninsula
Occupation: semi-retired graphic designer / international artist
Ages
47
  • Hello there, until I permanently migrated 4 years ago to Melbourne I was self-employed in advertising and also had my art-exhibitions in Switzerland and Germany. I am a non-smoker, non-drinker, consume absolutely no drugs and live a very quiet live-style as an independent woman. Over the past 9 years I have house-sat many times in Melbourne and Tasmania and looked after beautiful gardens during the summer heat. I also had the privilege to look after some places more than once. Responsibility and respect of other peoples belongings is paramount to me ( I keep my swiss-standard home owners mentioned). I am also a very keen vegie-gardener and have a high consciousness for the environment and ride my bike as much as I can - with a big smile - instead of driving the car. As an experienced handy woman I know how to use a screw driver and a hammer.
    Housesitting would be the perfect opportunity of giving me the space of finding the place/suburb in which I will buy/build my own future home.
    I am happy to provide excellent references of previous home owners and also on request a police-check can be obtained.
    Please send me an e-mail and we can meet and discuss your needs and concerns.
    I am looking forward to hearing from you. Cheers.

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Phone: 0439 115 253

Dates available: From 06/10/2007 onwards
Preferred area: Mornington Peninsula
Occupation: veterinary surgeon
Ages
40
  • Hello! I am a genuine, honest and gentle person- who will care for your home and pets with empathy and appreciation. I understand the inherent value of your home, and that of a much loved pet- as an important individual family member.
    I am very happy to meet with you in person to discuss your personal needs in the care of your home and animals.
    References can be supplied on request.
    I look forward to meeting with you soon.

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Phone:
0434 987 757

-598- Names . . Maureen Edgar  
Dates available: not available until November 2008
Preferred area: Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Victoria-almost any area of Australia
Occupation: Retired
Ages
56
  • I am a retired High School Guidance Counsellor from New Brunswick, Canada. I am recently divorced and my 4 children are all attending university. I have owned my own home for 30 years and had a dog and a cat. I have never been to Australia and would love to see some of the country. I am a non-smoker and only drink socially. I love walking, hiking, visiting museums and reading. I love the outdoors. I will treat your home with respect and care for it like my own. I am cheerful, reliable, responsible and trustworthy.

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Phone:
1-506-743-8182 Canada

 
-591- Names . . Christine & William Pitcher -592- Names . .  Valerie & Peter Saunders

Dates available: booked up till the end of October 2008
Preferred area: Australia wide [in Qld at present]
Occupation: Retired
Ages
61 & 65

  • We are retired and travelling Australia with our 6 year old foxy - she is house trained.
    We would prefer to live in our 22 ft caravan at the property we are looking after.
    We love animals and gardening and are adaptable to most requirements

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Phone:
0412 618 085

Dates available: From Oct 20th
Preferred area: All Victoria
Occupation: Retired
Ages
64 & 62
  • We are a retired non-smoking couple who are travelling Aust. in a motor home. We have been business owners prior to travelling. We have always been on acreage or been on farms.
    We like animals and are very comfortable with farm animals.
    We enjoy to house sit occasionally as it gives us a break from the road. We are very active and clean and tidy.

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Phone: 0438 427 198

-582- Names . .  Nadine Wood and Briana & Georgia -566- Names . . Bill & Lyn Tennant
Dates available: August 2007 onwards
Preferred area: Yarra Glen / Lilydale areas
Occupation: Club Administrator, Yr11 and Yr9 students
Ages
41, 17 & 14
  • We are family of mother and 2 daughters and have lived in the Yarra Valley for 10 years.
    We keep an extremely tidy home and take great pride in it.
    My daughters go to school at Billanook College in Mooroolbark and play Netball and Volleyball.
    I am employed by the Yarra Glen & Lilydale Hunt Club as their Club Administrator and also have my own business - Greyhounds Stretchvests (
    www.stretchvests.com.au)
    We also love animals and have had them all our lives.

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Phone: 03 5962 5709

Dates available: Not available until August 2008
Preferred area: All Australia
Occupation: Retirees
Ages
65 & 71