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Exploring rural and remote area Australia can be breathtaking and exciting but there may be a downside. Embarking on a backpacking journey across this diverse country promises adventure and the unexpected. It’s an exhilarating leap into exploring unparalleled landscapes and cultures. Yet, for the sole traveller with the thrill comes the reality of facing solitude […]
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National Harvest Labour Information Services Articles
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At the age of 23, Lo Tsz Ching also known as ‘Oscar’ has already embarked on a remarkable journey filled with exploration, personal growth, and valuable experiences. Growing up with three sisters in Hong Kong, her father was a taxi driver and her mother a housewife. At 18 she moved to Taiwan to pursue a […]
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In the lush and vibrant landscapes of Far North Queensland, from the tropical allure of Cape York to the bustling agricultural hub of Bowen, Q.I.T.E. Harvest Trail Services (HTS) stands as a beacon of support for employers and workers in the horticulture industry. Since 1 July 2020, Q.I.T.E. has proudly expanded its footprint, under a […]
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Ian and Connie Barnes are Australian born banana farmers who run ‘We Own A’ in Mission Beach, 140 kilometres south of Cairns, Queensland. Starting with Ian’s grandfather, farming has been passed down through the generations and both Ian and his brother own and run farms in the Cassowary Coast region. The current farm Ian and […]
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Have you ever thought about where Australia’s most-loved fruit begins its journey? Let’s take a look at the world of banana farming! Whether you’re a backpacker seeking a unique Australian experience or a young local hunting for a hands-on job, here’s your chance to be a part of this a-peel-ing venture. Every day, Australians munch […]
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Australia may be one of the safest countries in the world in which to travel, but when nature threatens – knowledge is safety. Following three years of wetter weather patterns (known as La Nina), the Australian Bureau of Meteorology has recently declared that the 2023/24 spring and summer seasons in Australia are predicted to be […]
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Working outside during summer in Australia can be very pleasant. It can also be fierce. But knowledge is power, and being prepared for the conditions can keep you safe, while enjoying the great-outdoors. Summer time is the busiest time Australia is 3,860 kilometres from the northern tip of Cape York to southern Tasmania. That means […]
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Get Ready to Go Bananas on Australia’s Ultimate Harvest Trail. It’s time to hit the road and follow the banana bunch from vibrant Cairns all the way to the wild west of Carnarvon. Bananas are one of the few crops that need labour all year round so no matter where you go, there’s a good […]
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From the MADEC team delivering the Harvest Trail Information Service (HTIS), we wish you all a very merry and peaceful Xmas and a prosperous new year. Let’s hope 2024 brings with it favourable weather, pest free crops and plenty of job opportunities. On the subject of work, don’t forget to call the HTIS on 1800 […]
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The Harvest Trail Information Service (HTIS) posts vacancies regularly on a range of social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X (ex-Twitter) and YouTube. Most of the posts will advertise current vacancies, however, from time to time, we post about major weather events, health and safety information, wage rate changes, visa change information or anything […]