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Backpacker Jobs in NT

admin — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 05:15:06 +0000

NT, otherwise known as the Northern Territory of Australia, is sparsely populated and contains the notable city of Darwin. Unlike many other areas in Australia, the NT does not have the majority of its population and commerce along the coast. Rather, the majority of backpacker jobs in NT can be found along the Stuart Highway.

Probably the best source for jobs for backpackers is the national park system of the NT. There are numerous parks here and backpackers have been known to find work helping out at many of these nature preserves. Some of the parks include Elsey National Park, Gregory National Park, Kakadu National Park, Keep River National Park and Palm Valley.

Backpacker Jobs in WA

admin — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 05:14:46 +0000

Western Australia has a number of chic backpacker jobs in the service industry, making WA one of the prime destinations for backpackers and travelers from Australia and from around the world. This state is massive in geographic size, so most backpacker opt to start their search around Freemantle Harbour, one of the prime centres for temporary employment.

This busy port area in WA allows backpackers to find all kinds of work, typically related to the import and export of goods and services. For instance, some backpackers find jobs boxing things or moving things. The work requires no prior experience, and can oftentimes result in moderate salaries, useful for the continuing journeys of backpackers in WA.

New Recruitment Directory

admin — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 04:24:56 +0000

The backpacker job board has this week launched our Recruitment Directory. Browse through our 6,000+ directory of Australian recruitment agencies. Enjoy!

Take a break from work

admin — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 03:07:10 +0000

Let’s not start to forget the reason why you have chosen to backpack around the great country which is Australia. You can often become bogged down in fulltime work and become pre-occupied with earning enough money for the next leg of your trip. But make sure from time to time you take 5 mins off for yourself. Why not take a tour? Take a look at some of these great adventure travel tours. From Day Spas and 1 Day Tours to 4WD Adventures and Helicopter Flights.

Backpacker Jobs in NSW

admin — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 03:02:28 +0000

NSW, or New South Wales, is a highly populated state in the southeastern corner of Australia. Containing the nation’s capital Sydney along with several other notable cities, backpacker jobs in NSW are easy to find.

Head straight for Sydney if you can make it and find work at one of the cafes in Newtown. This is a popular district for backpackers and travelers. Another great spot to find backpacker jobs is the main street in Enmore, another alternative region of Sydney in NSW. Backpackers have reported that they have found work in book shops and cafes around these two districts of NSW, so they are heavily recommended as a good first place to start looking for work.

Backpacker Jobs in Cairns

admin — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 03:02:06 +0000

This is a great place to find backpacker jobs, due to the city´s proximity to the Great Barrier Reef. Found up the eastern coast of Australia, Cairns attracts avid swimmers, scuba divers, and snorkelers from around the world. In fact, Cairns is the fourth most popular tourist destination in Australia for international travelers.

If you have any experience dealing with boating, scuba diving, or other aquatic activities, you should be able to find work in this area. It is the city´s closeness to the Great Barrier Reef that makes it such the backpacker hot spot. During the day, find work along the coast, helping to guide a tour along a reef. At night, relax in one of the hundreds of hostels and guesthouses found in the town.

Backpacker Jobs in ACT

admin — Mon, 31 May 2010 23:03:52 +0000

The Australian Capital Territory, or the ACT as it is also known, is a very small part of southeastern Australia, with the capital city of Canberra. For backpacker jobs in ACT, travelers should look into the city of Canberra first in order to get information about jobs in other parts of the ACT. Getting closer to nature, many backpackers find jobs at a vineyard, a farm, or an orchard.

These agricultural jobs will allow backpackers to receive payment almost immediately. Also, the work can be rewarding and of the type that parallels the beliefs of many travelers. Williamsdale and Uriarra are two towns within the ACT where backpackers may be able to find work.

Backpacker Jobs in Darwin

admin — Mon, 31 May 2010 23:03:20 +0000

This unique city situated on the northern coast of central Australia attracts the more daring backpackers looking for an adventure. The city known as Darwin was rebuilt twice in its relatively short history, once in the WW II era, and a second time after a major cyclone in 1974 wiped out many of the buildings. Thus, the small city is quite modern.

Since tourism is one of the largest industries in the city, backpacker jobs can usually be found working in this sector. In fact, more than 14,000 jobs are available in tourism alone. Backpackers have been known to find work helping with nature tours, answering phones and emails related to tourism in Darwin, and writing about various places in Darwin for tourism pamphlets and brochures.

Backpacker Jobs on the Sunshine Coast

admin — Mon, 31 May 2010 23:02:35 +0000

Found in Queensland, this invitingly pleasant part of Australia often attracts a sizable amount of backpackers. The beautiful coasts that hold the name of this city are found north of Brisbane. Backpacker jobs on the Sunshine Coast are easily acquired due to the prominent tourism industry in the region.

Look into Steve Irwin’s Australia Zoo and UnderWater World for some great opportunities working temporarily. Backpackers usually find themselves helping with shows, working in hotels and restaurants, selling ice cream or assisting in minor building projects. Since these places are tourist attractions already, they will usually be accepting of hiring backpackers looking for a job.

Areas of the Sunshine Coast include:

* Alexandra Headland
* Beerburrum
* Beerwah
* Bli Bli
* Boreen Point
* Buddina
* Buderim
* Caloundra
* Castaways Beach
* Conondale
* Coolum Beach
* Cooran
* Cooroy
* Cotton Tree
* Currimundi
* Doonan
* Eumundi
* Flaxton
* Forest Glen
* Glass House Mountains
* Golden Beach
* Gympie
* Imbil
* Kandanga
* Kawana Waters
* Kenilworth
* Kin Kin
* Landsborough
* Maleny
* Mapleton
* Marcoola Beach
* Marcus Beach
* Maroochydore
* Minyama
* Montville
* Mooloolaba
* Mooloolah
* Mudjimba
* Nambour
* Noosa Heads
* Noosa Valley
* Noosaville
* Palmview
* Palmwoods
* Peregian Beach
* Pomona
* Rainbow Beach
* Sippy Downs
* Toowoomba
* Sunrise Beach
* Sunshine Beach
* Tanawha
* Tewantin
* Tin Can Bay
* Witta
* Woombye
* Yandina

Backpacker Jobs Alice Springs

admin — Sun, 30 May 2010 04:04:28 +0000

Getting one of the backpacker jobs in Alice Springs will likely be a memorable experience for those who embark on such a quest. The town´s tourism agency markets the area as a place to get away from it all, to take a break from the stress of a modern lifestyle. Those who find work here often get jobs in industries related to agriculture or small service businesses.

Backpacker work in Alice Springs ranges from working on a vineyard to working with animals to taking care of a small garden. There are no movie jobs here, and there are very few jobs as a tour guide. What travelers will find here, however, is a closer sense of self and life.