Shepparton

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Located on the banks of the Goulbourn River, Shepparton is known as the “food bowl of Australia”. There’s plenty of employment options not only in town but also in the surrounding regions which include Congupna, Grahamvvale, Kyabram, Lemnos and Mooro opna to name a few. You’ll find jobs picking stone fruits, pears, apples, cherries and apricots.   Fruit Picking Work in Shepparton December to January – Grape work May to July – Vine pruning work. September to October – Vine shoot thinning, vine bunch trimming Fruit Picking Jobs in Shepparton Fruit Picking Jobs in Victoria Where’s Shepparton Getting There It’s Read more

Cobram

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Cobram is located on the Murray River, which is right on the border of Victoria and New South Wales. Surrounding Cobram are a number of orchards, dairy farms and wineries where you’ll be able to obtain employment. &nsbp; Fruit Picking Work in Cobram January to March – Grapes January to April – Tomatoes January to May – Stonefruit, apples, pears June to September – Vine pruning Fruit Picking Jobs in Cobram Fruit Picking Jobs in Victoria Where’s Cobram Getting There Cobram is a 2.5 hours drive along the national highway from Melbourne Accommodation Some farms will provide dorm style bedding Read more

Leeton

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Leeton in the administrative centre of the huge Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area (MIA), which is responsible for 38% of NSW’s vegetable production. Also known as Australia’s Rice capital, Leeton is the headquarters of a number of large fruit and vegetable companies. The town, which is just near the Murrumbidgee River was designed by Sir Walter Burley Griffin, the acclaimed American architect who also designed Australia’s capital, Canberra.   Fruit Picking Work in Leeton January to December – Citrus picking and packing February to March – Grape picking September to May – Vegetables November to April – Stonefruit Fruit Picking Jobs in Read more

Lismore

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Only 40km outside of the beautiful Byron Bay, many backpackers get jobs fruit picking in Lismore while living in Byron Bay, where they can also surf and party. Lismore is the region’s capital, located halfway between the rainforest and the sea, with a strong coffee and food scene. Other localities nearby include the alternative Nimbin, known for its relaxed laws on marijuana cultivation.   Fruit Picking Work in Lismore February to March – Lychees April to September – Macadamias nuts, avocados June to September – Custard apples September to December – Stonefruit October to December – Coffee October to January Read more

Echuca

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Often referred to as Echuca Moama, Echuca is located on the Victorian side of the Murray river. Lined with parks and native forest and a stones through away from the Murray, Echuca is a popular tourist destination. Harvest work wise you’ll be looking for jobs picking grapes, tomatoes, stonefruit, apples and pears.   Fruit Picking Work in Echuca January to March – Grapes January to April – Tomatoes January to May – Stonefruit, apples, pears June to September – Vine pruning Fruit Picking Jobs in Echuca Fruit Picking Jobs in Victoria Where’s Echuca Getting There Echuca is a 3 hours Read more

Swan Hill

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Swan Hill, referred to as the heart of the Murray is a thriving modern city with plenty on offer. Work wise you’ll find yourself picking grapes, citrus fruits, vegetables or pruning vines. Check out the Pioneer Settlement in town which is great for getting a feel of what Swan Hill was like back in the day.   Fruit Picking Work in Swan Hill January to May – Grapes May to January – Citrus May to February – Vegetables May to September – Vine pruning December to February – Stonefruit Fruit Picking Jobs in Swan Hill Fruit Picking Jobs in Victoria Read more

Young

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You’re in cherry country now,Young is known as the cherry picking capital of Australia. You may also find jobs fruitpicking grapes, berries, stone fruits or vine pruning. Remember to visit the annual cherry festival,a must see when in the picturesque Hilltops food and wine region.   Fruit Picking Work in Young February to April – Stonefruit, grapes, berries June to September – Vine pruning November to December – Cherries Fruit Picking Jobs in Young Fruit Picking Jobs in New South Wales Where’s Young Getting There From Sydney its a 4hr drive and about 7hrs from Melbourne, both along the Hume Read more