The landscape of Australia’s citrus farming Citrus orchards flourish in many of Australia’s regions, providing year-round employment opportunities. The industry’s backbone is its orange varieties, complemented by lemons, limes, mandarins and grapefruits, each variety having its specific harvest season. Other less common citrus fruits include tangerines, pomelos, clementines and tangelos. The sector is vital to […]
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Embark on a vibrant journey through Australia’s citrus belt, where the air is fragrant with the zest of oranges, lemons, and mandarins. From the sun-kissed orchards of Western Australia to the lush groves of Queensland, down through the heart of New South Wales, across the bountiful Riverland of South Australia, and into the historic citrus […]
It’s that time of year again to complete your annual tax return for the Australian Taxation Office. The Australian income year starts on 1 July and ends on 30 June the following year. The annual tax return details all your income for the year and enables the government to calculate if you’ve paid enough or too much […]
The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) is a government appointee dedicated to safeguarding the rights of workers across Australia, ensuring fair treatment in the workplace. For those contributing to the horticulture sector, the FWO is a pivotal resource, offering guidance, support, and protection to ensure your work experience in Australia is positive and lawful. Know Your […]
Many people in search of work think it’s OK to just call into farms and ask. It may have been an acceptable practice in the past but it’s a definite no-no in today’s world. Why? The answer is simple – biosecurity. Biosecurity refers to all the measures taken to minimise the risk of infectious diseases […]
So, you’ve got a camper van, a tent, and a copy of the Harvest Guide – you’re ready to do seasonal farm work picking fruit or vegetables. But do you need special equipment or clothing, and do you have to supply it yourself or will it be provided for you? Farm work varies considerably, depending […]
The Federal Government has advised that as of Friday, 28 June 2024, Harvest Trail Services (HTS) and the Harvest Trail Information Service (HTIS) funding will cease and the services will come to an end. MADEC Australia has provided the Harvest Trail Information Service since 1 July 2003. Thank you to the many jobseekers over the […]
Avocados have transcended from being just a fruit to a cultural icon, symbolising the essence of modern dietary trends and the famed ‘smashed avo’ brunch. Their buttery texture and nutritional profile have catapulted them to the forefront of health-conscious diets worldwide. In Australia, this green gem has not only found its way into the hearts […]
With avocados predominantly grown along the east coast of Australia, it’s really easy to follow a trail of farms from Far North Queensland down into New South Wales, before skipping across the continent to South Australia and Western Australia. However, depending on when you’re available to start your trail, you can jump in anywhere as, […]
So, you’ve landed in Australia and looking for work. You are confident your driver’s licence from home, forklift ticket and tractor driving permit will get you the job you’ve seen advertised. But will they? Documents I need to travel and work in Australia There are many things to think of when travelling and working in […]