Marianne was a fantastic host from before I had even arrived in Australia. She replied to my messages quickly and was incredibly understanding of my slightly complex situation. Her family were friendly and welcoming, offering me lifts places and inviting me to events with them. I was also invited to their weekly family dinners where we drank great wine and ate great food - I was really made to feel like one of the family! Martha the dog and Crystal the cat were very cute and will be incredibly missed. My bedroom was comfortable and there was plenty of space for storage. The bathroom was also clean and has a fantastic shower! I was also able to use the kitchen and all the appliances freely. The neighbourhood is quiet and feels very safe, and although the public transport isn't the best, ubers are always pretty close by if you need them. Thank you to the entire family for sharing your home with me - you definitely made me want to come back to Australia in the future!