Burnie

Located 50km from Devonport, Burnie is a vibrant industrial town, home to to Australia’s fifth largest container port. The locals say the best milk in the world for cheese making is produced here, not to mention a cracking drop of whiskey. Surrounded by beautiful beaches, parks, hills and fresh air Burnie is a great place to do fruit picking and harvest work.   Fruit Picking Work in Burnie January to December – Vegetables February to April – Apples December to February – Cherries Fruit Picking Jobs in Burnie Fruit Picking Jobs in Tasmania Where’s Burnie Getting There Burnie is a Read more

Deloraine

Set on the banks of Meander river, Deloraine is Located 50km west of Launceston. The town itself is classified by the National trust and is home to the Annual Tasmanian Craft Fair where the population of Deloraine increases to as much as 30,000 during the Art Fair.   Fruit Picking Work in Deloraine January to December –Vegetables December to May – Raspberries Fruit Picking Jobs in Deloraine Fruit Picking Jobs in Tasmania Where’s Deloraine Getting There Deloraine is a 40 minute drive from both of Devonport and Launceston. The town is serviced regularly by local buses and with a car Read more

Devonport

Approximately 100km from Launceston, Devonport is favored with a temperate coastal climate, strongly influenced by the ocean. Situated at the mouth of Mersey River, a stone’s throw to the Tasmanian high country, Devonport is a great place to explore and use a base to discover Tasmania. Harvest work wise you’ll expect to seek employment picking vegetables, apples, stone fruit, cherries and berries.   Fruit Picking Work in Devonport January to December – Vegetables March to May – Apples December to January – Stonefruit, Cherries December to April – Berries Fruit Picking Jobs in Devonport Fruit Picking Jobs in Tasmania Where’s Read more

Huonville

Located 38km south of Hobart, Huonville produces more then half of Tasmania’s apples. Enjoy the backdrop and scenic views as the hills, orchard and lush landscape combine to provide a truly relaxing and peaceful atmosphere. The town also produces cherries, pears, mushrooms, apricots, plums so there will be opportunities to seek employment.   Fruit Picking Work in Huonville January to February – Apricots March to April – Grapes March to May – Apples June to August – Vine pruning December to February – Cherries December to May – Strawberries Fruit Picking Jobs in Huonville Fruit Picking Jobs in Tasmania Where’s Read more

Launceston

Tasmania’s second largest city, Launceston is located approximately 200km north of Hobart. A gateway to the beautiful wineries of the Tamar Valley, the town is home to an array of wonderful Victorian style buildings. History aside, Launceston boasts holds the record as the first Australian city to be lit by hydroelectricity and to have underground sewers.   Fruit Picking Work in Launceston February to May – Apples March to May – Grapes July to August – Vine pruning Fruit Picking Jobs in Launceston Fruit Picking Jobs in Tasmania Where’s Launceston Getting There Launceston is a 2 hours drive north of Read more

New Norfolk

Located approximately 30 kms west of Hobart, New Norfolk is located along the magnificent Derwent River. The area itself is full of magnificent scenery, historic buildings in the midst of the peaceful and relaxing surroundings. Make sure you check out the beautiful mountain and valley views while you soak up the fresh air.   Fruit Picking Work in New Norfolk March to April – Hops, grapes June to July – Vine pruning September to October – Hops stringing December to February – Cherries Fruit Picking Jobs in New Norfolk Fruit Picking Jobs in Tasmania Where’s New Norfolk Getting There Buses Read more

Richmond

Located 25km north east of Hobart Richmond is one of the most important historic towns in Tasmania. The Richmond Bridge built by convict labourers between 1823 and 1825 is the oldest surviving freestone bridge in Australia. Harvest work wise you’ll find employment picking grapes,Vegetables, stone fruits, apples and cherries.   Fruit Picking Work in Richmond January to December – Vegetables March to May – Grapes June to July – Vine pruning December to April – Stonefruit, apples, cherries Fruit Picking Jobs in Richmond Fruit Picking Jobs in Tasmania Where’s Richmond Getting There So you’re in for a short 25 minute Read more

Scottsdale

For many years the Scottsdale economy has benefited from the contributions of the agriculture and forestry industries. The main industries that support the area Potato farming, dairy farming, pine plantations, poppy cultivation and mining which create employment year round.   Fruit Picking Work in Scottsdale January to December – Vegetables March to April – Hops September to November – Hops stringing Fruit Picking Jobs in Scottsdale Fruit Picking Jobs in Tasmania Where’s Scottsdale Getting There Buses operate from Launceston, otherwise you can take the scenic route if driving which is really nice and will take just over an hour. Accommodation Read more

Smithton

Known for its forests, wildlife-spotting and long empty beaches Smithton is located near the north west corner of Tassie. People don’t normally associate Tasmania with beautiful beaches or great surf but you’ll be find avid surfers trying there luck at Marrawah. River and Duck Bay, 2km from the town centre is a popular fishing and boating destination.   Fruit Picking Work in Smithton December & January Fruit Picking work picking vegetables Fruit Picking Jobs in Smithton Fruit Picking Jobs in Tasmania Where’s Smithton Getting There The drive takes about 1.5 hours from Devonport and is all along the coast, you Read more

Ulverstone

Located 20km from Devonport, Ulverstone is a beautiful coastal town at the mouth of the Leven River. The beautiful scenery, many farms and orchards stimulate the local economy with agriculture and tourism being the main contributors. Soak up the relaxing surroundings and enjoy your time in Ulverstone.   Fruit Picking Work in Ulverstone January to March – Tomatoes January to December – Vegetables, mushrooms Fruit Picking Jobs in Ulverstone Fruit Picking Jobs in Tasmania Where’s Ulverstone Getting There Daily bus services operate from Hobart and Launceston to Ulverstone. You can bring a car over from the mainland via ferry ” Read more