Harvest Jobs - Towns and Crops

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If you're wondering which direction to head in to find harvest work, have a look here and select which state or territory interest you, then select a town or area.  You will then see what crops are grown in that area, as well as a lot of other very useful information for the region.  Below is an example; I clicked on NSW, then Byron Bay and this is the type of information I saw (multiple links not included here):

Town details

Byron Bay

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Berries, Avocados, Nuts, Lychee

Location
Where is Byron Bay?
Byron Bay is located on the north coast of NSW with Cape Byron being Australia’s most easterly point. The region boasts beautiful beaches, unspoilt surroundings and a relaxed lifestyle. Byron Bay offers a range of adventure sports, dining, accommodation and live entertainment.

Places to visit
Byron Bay markets, Cape Byron Lighthouse,Tyagarah nature reserve. Dive in the Julian Rocks Marine Reserve, watch the whale migration (August – October), embark on a sea kayaking safari through the reefs and shipwrecks, explore the surf beaches and enjoy the events and festivals.

Work
When should I go there?
February to March - Lychees
April to September - Macadamia nuts,avocados
June to September - Custard apples
September to December - Stonefruit
October to December - Coffee
October to January - Blueberries

Search for current jobs in Byron Bay
Seasonal work jobs
Farm hand jobs
Harvest labour providers
Useful contacts

Transport
How do I get there?
Byron Bay is located just off the Pacific Highway, 800 kms north of Sydney and 175 kms south of Brisbane. Airports are located in Ballina (30 minutes south) or Coolangatta (60 minutes north) and buses and trains arrive regularly. Most bus companies located on the east coast of Australia have a regular service to Byron Bay. There is also a daily rail/coach transfer service to Byron Bay.

Travellers Auto Barn
Van hire
Phone: 1800 674 374
Website: http://www.travellers-autobarn.com.au
Email: pb@travellers-autobarn.com.au

Wicked Campers
Van Hire
Phone: 1800 246 869
Website: http://www.wickedcampers.com.au

Accommodation
Where can I stay?
There is a wide variety of places to stay in and around Byron Bay. Accommodation includes motels, guesthouses, B&B’s,farmstays, backpackers hostels, self contained apartments, and caravan parks/camping grounds.

Useful information
General Requirements
Harvest workers will need adequate protection from the weather and the crop environment. The harvest is often limited to quite precise times so you must ensure that you are in the harvest area the actual time for harvest. You must check that harvest is progressing before relocating to the area.

Australian WorkPlace
For information on finding work, careers and training, and other Labour Market information. The Australian WorkPlace is a product of the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations.
Website: http://www.workplace.gov.au/

Department of Immigration and Citizenship
For information on visiting and working in Australia, and postcode areas eligible for second Working Holiday Maker visas.
Website: http://www.immi.gov.au/

Australian Taxation Office
For information on Australian taxation system including online Tax File Numbers and associated details.
Website: http://www.ato.gov.au/

Byron Visitor Centre
Drop into the old Stationmaster's Cottage behind the bus stop in Jonson Street in for all the information, maps and directions you need to make your holiday stay in Byron Bay special.
Address: Old Stationmaster’s Cottage, 80 Jonson Street
Phone: 02 6685 8050
Fax: 02 6685 8533
Website: http://www.visitbyronbay.com
Email: info@visitbyronbay.com

Australian Wool Innovation Limited
For information on the Australian Wool Industry.
Website: http://www.wool.com.au

Wool Search
Wool harvesting employment opportunities can be found on this website.
Website: http://www.woolsearch.com.au

Shearing Contractors Association of Australia
Wool harvesting employment opportunities can be found on this website.
Website: http://www.scaa.org.au

Shearing World
Wool harvesting employment opportunities can be found on this website.
Website: http://www.shearingworld.com

NSW Farmers Association
For information on the NSW Farmers Association
Phone: 1300 794 000
Website: http://www.nswfarmers.org.au

More information
NATIONAL HARVEST INFO HOTLINE: 1800 062 332

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