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Australia is advertising the perfect job for someone who wants to take a break from the credit crunch - a six-month sabbatical on a tropical island. Minder Wanted For Island Paradise
And best of all, says the Queensland Tourist Board, there is absolutely no catch.
The authorities are looking for a caretaker for Hamilton Island, which has year-round sunshine, sandy beaches, warm lagoons and sea life galore.
Free return flights, transfers, expenses and transport are included in the deal, not to mention pay of just under £6,000 a month.
The lucky person who lands the job will also stay in a three-bedroom villa, set on a shady hill overlooking the sea.
Their 'chores' will include feeding turtles, watching whales and collecting the post.
He or she will not need qualifications. although they will have to be a good swimmer, and enjoy snorkelling and scuba diving.
Computer skills would be handy too - a weekly online blog, photo diary and video updates are also part of the job description.
The boss of Queensland Tourism, Anthony Hayes, says the idea behind the offer is to promote the island globally.
"This campaign aims to highlight the islands of the Great Barrier Reef and showcase Australia's unique island experience to the global market," he said.
The last date for applying is February 22. Eleven potential candidates will be picked and flown out for interviews, with the final choice being made on May 6.
Helen McNaught from Tourism Queensland told Sky News online there has been no shortage of interest.
"The successful applicant will need to be keen on the water and all water sports activities... and, most important of all, they'll need a zest for life." she said.
Well I have just sent my aplication in wish me look
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lol ive seen that in the news, you seriously sent an application? its a pure dream job if you ask me, but if theres no tourism then you feel like robinson crusoe on that island. im curious, how does your application look like?
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Posted by T3ddyKGB: lol ive seen that in the news, you seriously sent an application? its a pure dream job if you ask me, but if theres no tourism then you feel like robinson crusoe on that island. im curious, how does your application look like?
lol Yeh just for the laf .... me and about 10 mil outhers I can not even swim but it would be a nice job.... just think of it no noisey neighbours.....bliss
Thanks lol.. applications close in 27 days eep.. my video wont be good enough.. I just watched some of the others the ammount of effort theyve put into it is ridiculous.
