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STUDENT exchange organisation AFS is searching for volunteer host families in the Morisset area.
Muriel, a 15-year-old student from Switzerland, will come to Australia in July for five months.
A couple of host families are being sought for her.
AFS Intercultural Programs co-ordinator Jason Heath said Muriel was looking forward to her trip.
"She has a keen interest in photography, drawing, travelling, snowboarding and swimming and would love to share her culture with a local host family," Mr Heath said.
"While here, Muriel will attend a local high school and experience life as a local."
AFS provides orientation sessions for new host families, and covers medical insurance, school enrolment, and travel costs for the exchange student.
"AFS offers the support you need. All you have to do is carry on as usual and treat your international student like any other family member - that's what they come to Australia for," Mr Heath said.
■ More: Phone 1800 023982 or visit afs.org.au/host