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The Australian state of Queensland, has launched a global search for candidates for 'the best job in the world'. The winner will stay rent-free in a million dollar beach home complete with plunge pool and golf buggy, and will be paid AUD $150,000 (US $105,000). It also includes free airfares to Hamilton Island on the Great Barrier Reef.
The winner will become the 'island caretaker' and must be an excellent communicator and be able to speak and write English. The main responsibilities will be making reports to a global audience via weekly blogs, photo diaries and video updates. The job will also involve strolling the white sands, soaking up the sun, snorkeling the reef, 'maybe cleaning the pool'.
"They'll also have to talk to media from time to time about what they're doing so they can't be too shy and they'll have to love the sea, the sun, the outdoors," said acting state Premier Paul Lucas. "The fact that they will be paid to explore the islands of the Great Barrier Reef, swim, snorkel and generally live the Queensland lifestyle makes this undoubtedly the best job in the world."
"This is a legitimate job which is open to anyone and everyone." Applications are open until February 22. Eleven shortlisted candidates will be flown to Hamilton Island in early May for the final selection process and the six month contract will commence on July 1.
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