Spring – September 2026 - September 15, 2026

🌱 Looking Ahead with WWOOF As we move into spring and towards the end of 2026, we’d like to thank all our hosts and WWOOFers for being part of the WWOOF New Zealand community. Spring is a busy and exciting time, and many of our hosts are welcoming registered WWOOFers to join them in their gardens, orchards, paddocks and everyday life on their properties. From welcoming visitors and sharing your home and knowledge, to discovering New Zealand through WWOOF or planning your next adventure, you’re all helping to keep this unique community and experience going. 💻 Our New WWOOF Platform We’re excited to share that initial development of a new… Read More

Winter – July 2026 - July 15, 2026

As We Hunker Down for Winter… As the days get shorter and we settle into the quieter months, winter is a good time to catch up on a few things- including your WWOOF profile and reviews. 🌿 Host Tips Clear Expectations Lead to Better Experiences One of the best ways to create a successful WWOOF experience is through clear communication from the beginning. Hosts can help by: Describing accommodation accurately Explaining the types of activities WWOOFers can be involved in Being clear about food arrangements Discussing arrival and departure plans in advance Communicating household routines or other expectations And don’t underestimate the value of good photos! Showing your home, accommodation,… Read More

Autumn – April 2026 - April 15, 2026

Supporting the WWOOF Community 🌿 As WWOOF NZ continues to grow and adapt, we’re seeing changes in the way hosts and travellers connect. Social media and online platforms have made it easier than ever for people to find information and make connections — including through informal groups and communities outside the official WWOOF network. While these groups can be useful for sharing information, they are not part of WWOOF NZ and do not provide the same support, verification and safeguards as the official organisation. WWOOF NZ — here for the long term WWOOF New Zealand has been connecting people with organic and sustainable hosts throughout New Zealand since 1974. As… Read More