Looking for farm work in Australia? The 88th Day can help.
Every year 1000s of backpackers pick fruit in rural Australia to qualify for a 2nd year working holiday visa, getting these jobs isn’t so hard, but making good money is only achieved by few. Which Fruit/Veg Makes Me the Most Money? As a general rule, the more valuable each piece of fruit is the better …
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35 Hours is the Minimum Hours Required in a Week to Count 7 Days – MYTH There is often a lot of confusion around hours worked and days counted in a week, 35 hours is regarded as the minimum required to obtain a full working week be granted 7 days work. Immigration denies there is …
Without a doubt one of the best decisions I made when coming to Australia was to buy a car, yes, it costs money, can be hassle, takes up time and effort but seriously it’s all worth it! If you have the money to spend and are willing to put in the effort, it can revolutionise …
One of the great mysteries and sources of the most speculation when you’re completing your 88 days farm work is exactly how many of your farm work days will count. Rumours of a 35 hour cut off mark are rife throughout rural Australia as backpackers struggle to make the holy grail of a 7 day …
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So you’re coming up to halfway through your 2nd year visa and the idea of leaving Australia in just 6 months is unimaginable. But is it worth sacrificing half of your year in rural Australia just for one more year? Often the original 88 days is too much for many backpackers, in 2017 over 90000 …
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Hopefully after finishing your farm work with The 88th Day you have saved plenty of money to travel the delights of Australia, its fair to say I’ve lived in the best bits myself. Here are my top tips for you. Hamilton Island/Airlie Beach – If you finish your farm work during the depths of the …
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Hourly Paid Work – Without doubt the easiest way to save money is through reliable hourly work, the high minimum wage in Australia means most of these jobs pay over $800 a week. Contact The 88th Day if you’d like one, it’s our specialty. Piece Rate Work – This work refers to the payment scheme …
Be on your toes – Always be prepared to take better roles if they are offered to you, many farms will have both piece rate work and hourly paid jobs. If an hourly paid job becomes available be the first to speak to your farmer about it Keep an ear out for news on the …
Maybe these 3 months aren’t quite how you imagined pending your time in Australia, however that doesn’t mean they can’t be a fantastic few months. Day Trips – It may feel like you are in the middle of nowhere but that doesn’t mean there aren’t great activities within driving distance. Make the most of your …
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Securing a job through a working hostel can have its benefits, such as accommodation being secured as well, however more often than not you are paying a lot in rent for accommodation with very few amenities whilst being crammed full of bunk beds! But more often than not it is the most viable option and …
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