Tasmania tempts tourists with 'odd jobs'

Australia’s island state has an offer for winter tourists: all-expenses-paid ‘odd jobs’.  Its pitch: “A change is as good as a rest. Swap your day job for an odd job.”

A short selection of the jobs on offer:

Little Beach Co. needs a heat-lover to tend their wood-fired sauna and keep the flames fed.

Fans of history and mystery are wanted as the resident paranormal investigator at Willow Court, Australia’s oldest continually run asylum.

In the subterranean setting of Gunns Plains Caves, embark on a musical journey alongside local musician, Charlie. As Cave Conductor, you’ll collaborate with Charlie, who will perform musical interludes for tour groups.

Astronomy buffs gathering at Rathmore House require a Star Seeker to assist them with celestial observations, telescope fiddling, and astro-imaging.