Farm work in Coffs Harbour
Mid North Coast, NSW 2450
Beach town by day, blueberry capital by trade. Berry farms around Coffs and Woolgoolga employ pickers for much of the year.
What’s grown here
When the work is
Peak season is usually July to December. Seasons move with the weather, so call ahead and aim to arrive a week or two before the rush.
| Blueberries | Most of the year, busiest roughly July–December |
Does it count for my second year?
Yes. Farm work in postcode 2450 counts as specified work for both the 417 and 462 visas. The job also has to be eligible work, paid at award rates, with payslips.
Log every job in the 88-day tracker so you know exactly where you stand.
Getting there
- On the coast between Sydney and Brisbane.
- Coffs Harbour airport has flights from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
- East Coast buses and NSW TrainLink stop here.
Skyscanner
Compare domestic flights — often cheaper than the bus on long legs.
JUCY
Campervan hire for the road-trip-sleep-anywhere life.
Where to stay
Working hostels in Coffs Harbour often line up farm work and drive you there. Read recent reviews and ask how long guests wait for work before you pay. Caravan parks and share houses are cheaper for longer stays.
Hostelworld
The biggest range of hostels in every Aussie city and beach town.
Booking.com
Private rooms, motels and longer stays when you need a break from dorms.
Local tips
- Easy to fit into an East Coast trip.
- Berry picking is usually piece rate — check you’re getting at least the minimum hourly rate.
- Never pay a fee to get a job, and walk away from cash-in-hand work with no payslips.
Pack for the paddock
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