Fruit Picking Jobs in Australia
Everything you need to find legitimate farm work, know what it pays, and plan a route around the harvest calendar, whether you’re chasing your 88 days or just want to earn on the road.
Fruit Picking Jobs in Australia: The Complete Guide
What the work is really like, what it pays, how to find legitimate jobs, what to bring, and how to avoid common scams targeting backpackers.
Read the complete guideFruit Picking Season Calendar
What’s being harvested where, state by state and month by month, so you can plan a realistic route instead of guessing.
See the season calendarHow to Calculate Your 88 Days
What counts as specified work, how to track your days properly, and common mistakes that cost people their second-year visa.
Read the 88-day guideEligible Regional Areas & Jobs
Not every postcode or job counts toward your second-year visa. See which regions and roles are currently eligible.
See eligible areas & jobsMore in this guide
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- Working Holiday Visa Update What’s changed with visa processing in August 2026
- Applying for a Tax File Number What you need before your first pay run
- Packing Guide for Australia What to bring for outdoor and regional work
Legitimate farm work never requires an upfront placement fee, and eligible postcodes and job types for the 88-day requirement are set by the Department of Home Affairs and reviewed periodically. Always verify both directly before relying on a job to count toward your visa.
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