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Mornington Peninsula
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Main harvests
Apples, Cherries, Berries
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Location
Where is Mornington Peninsula?
The Mornington Peninsula is just an hour’s drive south of Melbourne, and separates the waters of Western Port and Port Phillip Bay. A large range of cool climate crops have traditionally been grown on the Peninsula including apples, cherries and berries. Around 200 vineyards now produce some of the finest wine grapes in the country.
Weather conditions on the Mornington Peninsula can change drastically and rapidly. Always ensure that you wear clothing which gives protection from the weather and the working environment. Take adequate rest, ready for the day ahead and have plenty of water for drinking.
Includes Moorooduc, Hastings, Red Hill, Arthurs Seat, Mornington, Dromana, Rosebud, Merricks, Balnarring and Mount Eliza.
Places to visit
Arthurs Seat, Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens, Cape Schanck Lighthouse and Point Nepean National Park.
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Work
When should I go there?
February to April - Grapes
March to November - Apples
November to January - Cherries
November to April - Strawberries
December to March - Raspberries
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Seasonal work jobs
Farm hand jobs
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Harvest labour providers
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Useful contacts
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Transport
How do I get there?
The Mornington Peninsula is just an hour’s drive south from Melbourne, along the MI to Hastings or via Mornington Peninsula Freeway.
Travellers Auto Barn
Van hire
Wicked Campers
Van Hire
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Accommodation
Where can I stay?
There are many hotels, motels and caravan parks in and around the Mornington Peninsula.
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Useful information
General Requirements
Weather conditions on the Mornington Peninsula can change drastically and rapidly. Always ensure that you wear clothing which gives protection from the weather and the working environment. Take adequate rest, ready for the day ahead and have plenty of water for drinking.
Australian WorkPlace
For information on finding work, careers and training, and other Labour Market information. The Australian WorkPlace is a product of the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations.
Department of Immigration and Citizenship
For information on visiting and working in Australia, and postcode areas eligible for second Working Holiday Maker visas.
Australian Taxation Office
For information on Australian taxation system including online Tax File Numbers and associated details.
Australian Wool Innovation Limited
For information on the Australian Wool Industry.
Wool Search
Wool harvesting employment opportunities can be found on this website.
Shearing Contractors Association of Australia
Wool harvesting employment opportunities can be found on this website.
Shearing World
Wool harvesting employment opportunities can be found on this website.
Department of Primary Industries Victoria
Biosecurity
To reduce the risk of spreading Queensland fruit fly, you must not take fresh fruit (including tomatoes, capsicums and chillies) into a fruit growing area. Fruit infested with fruit fly may appear to be intact on the outside.
If you have mistakenly taken fruit into a fruit growing area, it should be placed in a sealed plastic bag and left in the sun for a minimum of three days, and then placed in the rubbish bin. Maggots can also be killed by stewing or freezing the fruit.
More information
NATIONAL HARVEST INFO HOTLINE: 1800 062 332
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