QLD • Bundaberg✓ 88 Days Eligible

Farm Work for 88 Days in Bundaberg

Bundaberg is Australia's most popular backpacker farm hub. Famous for strawberry, tomato, and zucchini work, it offers a long season from May to January with both picking and packing roles available.

Avg. Pay

$25–32/hr

Season

May–Jan

Climate

Subtropical

Farms

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Why Complete Your 88 Days in Bundaberg?

Bundaberg has more verified farms than almost any other town in Australia. The diverse crop range means there's almost always something to pick or pack. With seasons overlapping across different crops, you can complete 88 days without long gaps between work.

Main Crops & Activities

StrawberriesTomatoesZucchiniCapsicumMacadamias

Climate

Subtropical — warm year-round. Summer 25-32°C, winter 12-23°C.

Accommodation

Working hostels ($150–200/wk), shared houses ($120–170/wk)

Tips for Farm Work in Bundaberg

Bundaberg has the most farms of any Australian town — competition is high, but so is availability.

Working hostels can arrange farm placements, but verify ABN and pay rates first.

Packing sheds offer indoor work — great during the hot summer months.

Arrive in May-June for the longest possible working season.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I complete all 88 days in Bundaberg?

Yes, especially if you arrive between May and September. Strawberry season (Jun–Nov) overlaps with vegetable work, giving you 6+ months of continuous employment.

Should I use a working hostel?

Working hostels can help you find work quickly, but check their commission rates and verify that farms pay minimum wage. Use 88Finder to compare farms directly.

Is packing shed work available?

Yes. Bundaberg has many packing sheds for tomatoes, capsicum, and zucchini. Indoor work is climate-controlled and available year-round.