Griffith is the heart of the NSW Riverina, one of Australia's most productive agricultural regions. Citrus, wine grapes, rice, and vegetables keep farms busy almost year-round. The town has a strong Italian heritage, excellent food, and affordable living. Griffith is ideal for backpackers wanting extended work across multiple seasons.
$25–32/hr
Feb–Apr (grapes), May–Oct (citrus)
Semi-arid
Hostels ($130–170/wk)
| Crop | Season | Pay Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Citrus (oranges, lemons) | May–Oct | $25–30/hr |
| Wine Grapes | Feb–Apr | $25–32/hr |
| Vegetables | Year-round | $25–28/hr |
| Stone Fruit | Dec–Feb | $25–30/hr |
Pay rates are approximate based on casual rates under the Horticulture Award 2026. Actual rates vary by farm and experience.
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Griffith has work across most of the year — citrus (winter) and grapes (summer) overlap well.
The town is small and friendly. Word of mouth is the best way to find farm work here.
Accommodation is cheaper than most farm towns — you can save more of your earnings.
Bring warm clothes for citrus picking — mornings can be cold (5°C) in winter.
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