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

Barmera

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Located on the shores of the picturesque Lake Bonney, Barmera relies on its agriculture and viticulture industries to keep the town going. Boasting a Mediterranean climate, the Lake and nearby Murray river are popular for all sorts of water activities year round. The lake is also famous for its sunsets at dusk, capturing the sun ‘melting’ into the water.   Fruit Picking Work in Barmera January to April – Apples, pears, Grape picking June to August – Vine pruning May to February – Citrus October to March – Stonefruit October to December – Cherries Fruit Picking Jobs in Barmera Fruit Read more

Berri

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An area well known for its fruit orchards and vineyards, Berri gave its name to Australia’s famous juice and fruit company, Berri, which still operates out of the town. The name Berri comes from the Aboriginal phrase ‘beri beri’ which translates to ‘bend in the river’. Home to Australia’s largest winery, Berri Estates, there are heaps of fruit picking jobs in the town, as well as a whole lot of water based activities available on the river in this warm town.   Fruit Picking Work in Berri January to April – Apples, pears, Grape picking May to February – Citrus Read more

Cadell

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Cadell is a small town in the centre of a citrus growing area, located on the mighty Murray River. The town is on the edge of a large agricultural region known as the Riverland. Named after Captain Cadell, it shares its name with Australia’s recent Tour de France champion, Cadel Evans. Remember to check out the Murray River Giant Pumpkin Competition, held annually at the Cadell Easter Harvest Festival.   Fruit Picking Work in Cadell January to April – Grape picking May to February – Citrus June to August – Vine pruning October to March – Stonefruit Fruit Picking Jobs Read more

Loxton

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Loxton is one of the most productive agricultural and horticultural regions in South Australia. It has been reported that one of Loxton’s wineries alone crushes a whopping 85,000 tonnes of grapes per year. The region is also know for it’s dried fruits production and of course its great location on the banks of the Murray.   Fruit Picking Work in Loxton January to April – Apples, Grape picking May to February – Citrus June to August – Vine pruning October to March – Stonefruit Fruit Picking Jobs in Loxton Fruit Picking Jobs in South Australia Where’s Loxton Getting There It’s Read more

Paringa

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Paringa apparently means “land by the river”, we’re still to get confirmation, but it sounds about right considering you’ll be nestled right on the Murray. Harvest work wise you’ll be expecting to find specified work picking grapes, citrus fruits and stone fruit. Make sure you get a house while you’re living in Paringa, whether it’s for 3 days or 3 months!   Fruit Picking Work in Paringa January to April – Grape picking May to February – Citrus June to August – Vine pruning October to March – Stonefruit Fruit Picking Jobs in the Adelaide Hills Fruit Picking Jobs in Read more

Renmark

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Renmark is known for its scenic views along the river, the region offers a wide range of horticultural employment including grape picking, pear picking, apple picking and vine pruning amongst others.   Fruit Picking Work in Renmark January to April – Apples, pears, Grape picking May to February – Citrus June to August – Vine pruning October to March – Stonefruit Fruit Picking Jobs in Renamrk Fruit Picking Jobs in South Australia Where’s Renmark Getting There Along the Sturt Highway you should be in Renmark within 3 hours of driving from Adelaide. If you don’t have a car bus services Read more

Nyah

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Located on the banks of the Murray River, Nyah is known for it’s grapes and stone fruit production. The small town is a stones through away from the beautiful state forests of the river red gum.  Make sure you check out the beautiful bush walking and picnics spots in the Nyah & Vinifera State Forest. Harvest work wise if you don’t end up picking grapes or stone fruit there’s opportunities should arise picking vegetables or pruning vines.   Fruit Picking Work in Nyah January to May – Grapes May to January – Citrus May to February – Vegetables May to Read more

Kununurra

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Despite being a fairly young town, Kununurra sits on an ancient landscape where early Aboriginal tribes roamed. Initiated to service the Ord River Irrigation scheme, Kununurra is located approximately 40km from the Northern Territory border. Therefore the climate is similar to that of Darwin, with the dry season coming during winter. Fruit Picking Work in Kununurra February to April – Orange, Citrus March to September – Tree planting May to November – Melons, pumpkins June to September – Corn October to December – Mangoes (Dry Season April – October) Fruit Picking Jobs in Kununurra Fruit Picking Jobs in Western Australia Read more