Farm work in Huon Valley
Southern Tasmania, TAS 7109
Apple country south of Hobart, busy with cherries over summer and apples in autumn. Every Tasmanian postcode counts.
What’s grown here
When the work is
Peak season is usually December to May. Seasons move with the weather, so call ahead and aim to arrive a week or two before the rush.
| Cherries | Roughly December–January |
| Apples | Roughly March–May |
Does it count for my second year?
Yes. Farm work in postcode 7109 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
- About 40 minutes’ drive south of Hobart.
- Fly into Hobart, or bring your car on the Spirit of Tasmania ferry.
Skyscanner
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JUCY
Campervan hire for the road-trip-sleep-anywhere life.
Where to stay
Working hostels in Huon Valley 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
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Booking.com
Private rooms, motels and longer stays when you need a break from dorms.
Local tips
- Cherry season is short and busy — line up work before December.
- A car makes life much easier in Tassie.
- Never pay a fee to get a job, and walk away from cash-in-hand work with no payslips.
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