Backpacker Jobs St Kilda

23hr ago

Awesome Furniture Removalists Drivers And Offsiders

SQUAREpeg Movers

Stkilda, St Kilda

We are looking for great new employees to join our young removal team. The SQUAREpeg team...

3d ago

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted - No Experience...

HelloFresh

Prahran, St Kilda

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted – NO EXPERIENCE NECESSAR At HelloFresh, we want to...

5d ago

Hellofresh Sales Representative Wanted - Melbourne

HelloFresh

Prahran, St Kilda

At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers...

11d ago

1500-3500 Per Week + Company Vehicle + Sponsorship...

Enlighten Press

Melbourne, St Kilda

What’s in it for you? ✔ 1500–3000 per week (base + commissions + bonuses) ✔ Company car + fuel...

26d ago

Framing Consultant / Mobile Picture Framer (full-time Or...

Mobile framing

Moorabbin, St Kilda

Mobile Framing | Melbourne Mobile Framing is a mobile picture framing company bringing our...

Awesome Furniture Removalists Drivers And Offsiders

SQUAREpeg Movers   Stkilda, St Kilda

Published: 11th February 2026

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted - No Experience Necessary

HelloFresh   Prahran, St Kilda

Published: 8th February 2026

Hellofresh Sales Representative Wanted - Melbourne

HelloFresh   Prahran, St Kilda

Published: 6th February 2026

Most Recent St Kilda Jobs

Gelato Scooper

Sandy Scoops

Sandringham, St Kilda

Sandy Scoops is a popular gelato and frozen yoghurt shop situated close to Sandringham Beach. We are looking for a casual staff member to become part of the scoops...

New 23hr ago

Sandy Scoops is a popular gelato and frozen yoghurt shop situated close to Sandringham Beach. We are looking for a casual staff member to become part of the scoops...

 

Awesome Furniture Removalists Drivers And Offsiders

SQUAREpeg Movers

Stkilda, St Kilda

We are looking for great new employees to join our young removal team. The SQUAREpeg team focuses on property styling transport and general furniture removals....

New 23hr ago

We are looking for great new employees to join our young removal team. The SQUAREpeg team focuses on property styling transport and general furniture removals....

Residential Cleaner - Full Time - Good Salary (sorrento, Vic)

My Home Clean

Sorrento, St Kilda

Hiring in Sorrento! Daytime Shifts, Monday to Friday Full-time, permanent positions Vehicles supplied Drivers and Non-drivers welcome to apply Candidates on a...

New 2d ago

Hiring in Sorrento! Daytime Shifts, Monday to Friday Full-time, permanent positions Vehicles supplied Drivers and Non-drivers welcome to apply Candidates on a...

 

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted - No Experience Necessary

HelloFresh

Prahran, St Kilda

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted – NO EXPERIENCE NECESSAR At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers high-quality...

New 3d ago

Entry Level Sales Representatives Wanted – NO EXPERIENCE NECESSAR At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers high-quality...

 

Hellofresh Sales Representative Wanted - Melbourne

HelloFresh

Prahran, St Kilda

At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers high-quality food and recipes for different meal occasions. The role… As we...

5d ago

At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers high-quality food and recipes for different meal occasions. The role… As we...

 

1500-3500 Per Week + Company Vehicle + Sponsorship Opportunities

Enlighten Press Premium Employer

Melbourne, St Kilda

What’s in it for you? ✔ 1500–3000 per week (base + commissions + bonuses) ✔ Company car + fuel included (no need to buy a van, if you travel we get you one!) ✔...

11d ago

What’s in it for you? ✔ 1500–3000 per week (base + commissions + bonuses) ✔ Company car + fuel included (no need to buy a van, if you travel we get you one!) ✔...

 

Framing Consultant / Mobile Picture Framer (full-time Or Part-time – Flexible)

Mobile framing

Moorabbin, St Kilda

Mobile Framing | Melbourne Mobile Framing is a mobile picture framing company bringing our full workshop to customers across Melbourne. We're growing fast and are...

26d ago

Mobile Framing | Melbourne Mobile Framing is a mobile picture framing company bringing our full workshop to customers across Melbourne. We're growing fast and are...

Furniture Remove For A Small House

Kikki

Caulfield, St Kilda

moving some furniture to stage a small house from Caulfield to Berwick once off job, cash payment A van or truck will be ready

1mth ago

moving some furniture to stage a small house from Caulfield to Berwick once off job, cash payment A van or truck will be ready

Cook/chef

Smash'd St Kilda

St Kilda

Looking for some with kitchen experience, the more the better but applicants should have a minimum of 1 year experience working in a restaurant kitchen. This role...

3mth ago

Looking for some with kitchen experience, the more the better but applicants should have a minimum of 1 year experience working in a restaurant kitchen. This role...

 

Sales Consultant | Education Sales

Acquire Recruitment Solutions

St Kilda East, St Kilda

🎓 Education Sales Consultant 🎓 Work with an industry leader in online education, selling high quality online courses to students across Australia. This is a...

🎓 Education Sales Consultant 🎓 Work with an industry leader in online education, selling high quality online courses to students across Australia. This is a...

Full-time General Labourer – St Kilda / Melbourne

Aussie Bricks

St Kilda

Full-time general labourer position in Melbourne (St Kilda area). 30–35/hr – ABN – No experience needed. Start immediately! Company: Aussie Bricks Pay rate: 30–35...

3mth ago

Full-time general labourer position in Melbourne (St Kilda area). 30–35/hr – ABN – No experience needed. Start immediately! Company: Aussie Bricks Pay rate: 30–35...

Removalist Hiring

E&Q Removals

Caulfield South, St Kilda

Removals company hiring jockey 30+ per hour part time/ casual are welcome

3mth ago

Removals company hiring jockey 30+ per hour part time/ casual are welcome

Picture Framer In St. Kilda - Long Term Position

Fantastic Framing

St Kilda

Job Description: We are seeking a Picture Framer to join our team at Fantastic Framing. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for craftsmanship and an eye for...

5mth ago

Job Description: We are seeking a Picture Framer to join our team at Fantastic Framing. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for craftsmanship and an eye for...

Picture Framer In St. Kilda - Long Term Position

Fantastic Framing

St Kilda

Job Description: We are seeking a Picture Framer to join our team at Fantastic Framing. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for craftsmanship and an eye for...

5mth ago

Job Description: We are seeking a Picture Framer to join our team at Fantastic Framing. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for craftsmanship and an eye for...

Now Hiring: Home Cleaning Professionals

EHS Cleaning Services

Edithvale, St Kilda

Now Hiring: Home Cleaning Superstars! Are you looking for a rewarding, flexible, and fun job where your hard work is valued and your days are never boring? Join our...

8mth ago

Now Hiring: Home Cleaning Superstars! Are you looking for a rewarding, flexible, and fun job where your hard work is valued and your days are never boring? Join our...

Bim In 2025: Top Trends You Shouldn’t Ignore

Outlook Designheed Consultants Pvt Ltd

Noida, St Kilda

Building Information Modeling (BIM) has rapidly evolved from a 3D modeling tool into the digital backbone of the construction industry. In 2025, BIM is smarter, more...

8mth ago

Building Information Modeling (BIM) has rapidly evolved from a 3D modeling tool into the digital backbone of the construction industry. In 2025, BIM is smarter, more...

Full & Part Time Positions Available - Weekdays - Good Salary

My Home Clean

CBD, Richmond, St Kilda, St Kilda

Permanent position with normal working hours Excellent Pay and Conditions – Vehicles supplied Full training – Good salary – Daytime work We provide services...

8mth ago

Permanent position with normal working hours Excellent Pay and Conditions – Vehicles supplied Full training – Good salary – Daytime work We provide services...

Painter

Family trust

St Kilda East, St Kilda

Paint supplied need your own paint brush. Paint upstairs home approx 3 days work, partially completed job already. Does not need to be consecutive days but must be...

1yr+ ago

Paint supplied need your own paint brush. Paint upstairs home approx 3 days work, partially completed job already. Does not need to be consecutive days but must be...

Chefs, All Levels

middle brighton baths

Brighton, St Kilda

The Baths Middle Brighton is a multi-faceted facility (Café,Restaurant, Event Centre, Health Club and Fish & Chip Shop) located on theWaterfront in Brighton with...

1yr+ ago

The Baths Middle Brighton is a multi-faceted facility (Café,Restaurant, Event Centre, Health Club and Fish & Chip Shop) located on theWaterfront in Brighton with...

Full & Part Time Positions Available - Weekdays - Good Salary

My Home Clean

CBD, Richmond, St Kilda, St Kilda

Permanent position with normal working hours Excellent Pay and Conditions – Vehicles supplied Full training – Good salary – Daytime work We provide services...

1yr+ ago

Permanent position with normal working hours Excellent Pay and Conditions – Vehicles supplied Full training – Good salary – Daytime work We provide services...

Live & Work In Melbourne Australia!!!

PUBLIC Hospitality Group

St Kilda

Section Waiter | Cocktail Bartender Kickstart or further develop your career. Full-time or Casual hours available Rapidly expanding group with excellent career...

1yr+ ago

Section Waiter | Cocktail Bartender Kickstart or further develop your career. Full-time or Casual hours available Rapidly expanding group with excellent career...

Full & Part Time Positions Available - Weekdays - Good Salary

My Home Clean

CBD, Richmond, St Kilda, St Kilda

Permanent position with normal working hours Excellent Pay and Conditions – Vehicles supplied Full training – Good salary – Daytime work We provide services...

1yr+ ago

Permanent position with normal working hours Excellent Pay and Conditions – Vehicles supplied Full training – Good salary – Daytime work We provide services...

Full & Part Time Positions Available - Weekdays - Good Salary

My Home Clean

CBD, Richmond, St Kilda, St Kilda

Permanent position with normal working hours Excellent Pay and Conditions – Vehicles supplied Full training – Good salary – Daytime work We provide services...

1yr+ ago

Permanent position with normal working hours Excellent Pay and Conditions – Vehicles supplied Full training – Good salary – Daytime work We provide services...

Full & Part Time Positions Available - Weekdays - Good Salary

My Home Clean

CBD, Richmond, St Kilda, St Kilda

Permanent position with normal working hours Excellent Pay and Conditions – Vehicles supplied Full training – Good salary – Daytime work We provide services...

1yr+ ago

Permanent position with normal working hours Excellent Pay and Conditions – Vehicles supplied Full training – Good salary – Daytime work We provide services...

Registered Nurse

GV Business Solutions

Hawthorn East, St Kilda

Responsibilities Assure quality care by adhering to standards set by the physicians Adhere to compliance guidelines throughout processes Qualifications: Current...

1yr+ ago

Responsibilities Assure quality care by adhering to standards set by the physicians Adhere to compliance guidelines throughout processes Qualifications: Current...

 

New To Melbourne?! Customer Service Roles Available! Immediate Start!

Carbon Savers

St Kilda

Just landed in Melbourne?! Looking for that new and exciting opportunity?! THEN LOOK NO FURTHER... Carbon Savers are expanding their customer service and...

1yr+ ago

Just landed in Melbourne?! Looking for that new and exciting opportunity?! THEN LOOK NO FURTHER... Carbon Savers are expanding their customer service and...

 

** Backpackers Wanted ** Use Your Hospo/customer Service Experiencece - $1300...

Carbon Savers

St Kilda

Just arrived in Melbourne?! Looking for a new and exciting opportunity?! We are looking for great people with exceptional people skills to join our customer service...

1yr+ ago

Just arrived in Melbourne?! Looking for a new and exciting opportunity?! We are looking for great people with exceptional people skills to join our customer service...

 

** Just Landed In Melbourne?! Use Your Retail Experience In A New And...

Carbon Savers

St Kilda

BACKPACKERS OF MELBOURNE!! WE WANT YOU!! At Carbon Savers we want the best people to join our customer facing teams. We help customers with FREE products all...

1yr+ ago

BACKPACKERS OF MELBOURNE!! WE WANT YOU!! At Carbon Savers we want the best people to join our customer facing teams. We help customers with FREE products all...

 

Customer Service Superstars Wanted !! $1300 Ote, Fun Working Environment,...

Carbon Savers

St Kilda

Just arrived in Melbourne?! Want to use your people skills in a new environment?! Then look no further, cash, career & culture - we have it all! Carbon Savers...

1yr+ ago

Just arrived in Melbourne?! Want to use your people skills in a new environment?! Then look no further, cash, career & culture - we have it all! Carbon Savers...

 

** New To Melbourne? Hospo/retail Exp? Mon - Fri !! $1300 Ote Per Week !!...

Carbon Savers

St Kilda

GOOD WITH PEOPLE? HOSPITALITY/RETAIL EXPERIENCE WANTED! Sick of working nights and weekends? Have experience in bars, cafes, restaurants? Want reliable work &...

1yr+ ago

GOOD WITH PEOPLE? HOSPITALITY/RETAIL EXPERIENCE WANTED! Sick of working nights and weekends? Have experience in bars, cafes, restaurants? Want reliable work &...

 

** Arrived In Melbourne? Backpackers Wanted!! Mon - Fri * $1300 Ote Per Week **

Carbon Savers

St Kilda

URGENT! HOSTEL / HOTEL EXPERIENCE WANTED!! Sick and tired of unsociable working hours? Want to develop your people skills in a new industry? THEN DON'T LET...

1yr+ ago

URGENT! HOSTEL / HOTEL EXPERIENCE WANTED!! Sick and tired of unsociable working hours? Want to develop your people skills in a new industry? THEN DON'T LET...

 

** New To Melbourne? Great With People? Backpackers Wanted !! Mon- Fri $1300...

Carbon Savers

St Kilda

LOVE WORKING WITH PEOPLE?? HAVE EXPERIENCE IN EVENTS AND PROMOTIONS?? READY FOR A NEW CHALLENGE?? Then look no further, do we have an exciting opportunity for...

2yr+ ago

LOVE WORKING WITH PEOPLE?? HAVE EXPERIENCE IN EVENTS AND PROMOTIONS?? READY FOR A NEW CHALLENGE?? Then look no further, do we have an exciting opportunity for...

 

Fun? Ambitious? Outgoing? Start In Events Sales!

The Collective Org

Windsor, St Kilda

Job Description The Collective Org. are Melbourne's premier sales and marketing agency. With a knack for recruiting the right talent to fit into our award winning...

Job Description The Collective Org. are Melbourne's premier sales and marketing agency. With a knack for recruiting the right talent to fit into our award winning...

 

Bar Staff – We Need Your Skills In Sales And Marketing!

The Collective Org

Windsor, St Kilda

The Collective Org is Melbourne's premier direct sales and marketing agency. With a knack for recruiting the right people to fit into our award-winning culture, we are...

The Collective Org is Melbourne's premier direct sales and marketing agency. With a knack for recruiting the right people to fit into our award-winning culture, we are...

Telemarketers

Arrow Digital

St KIlda, St Kilda

Arrow Digital Marketing is looking for Telemarketers who are driven to make contacts on the phone, pitch digital marketing solutions and make sales. Full training will...

2yr+ ago

Arrow Digital Marketing is looking for Telemarketers who are driven to make contacts on the phone, pitch digital marketing solutions and make sales. Full training will...

Part Time Au Pair For Cute Baby Boy In The Heart Of St. Kilda!

Rieniets

St. Kilda, St Kilda

Looking for a reliable, responsible, and relaxed part-time babysitter for our 6 month old baby boy! A little about the role: -$30/hour -11:30-4:30 M, T, or W...

2yr+ ago

Looking for a reliable, responsible, and relaxed part-time babysitter for our 6 month old baby boy! A little about the role: -$30/hour -11:30-4:30 M, T, or W...

Cleaners/house Cleaner | On-going Work | Upto $1000 Bonus Available

Maid to Clean

St Kilda

Key Benefits: 1. Bonus up to $1000 if you start before Dec 31st, 2022 2. Fantastic Pay - Earn $35-50/hr and above as a contractor 3. Competitive Salary for...

3yr+ ago

Key Benefits: 1. Bonus up to $1000 if you start before Dec 31st, 2022 2. Fantastic Pay - Earn $35-50/hr and above as a contractor 3. Competitive Salary for...

 

** Hospitality Superstars Wanted **

Carbon Savers

ST KILDA, St Kilda

Do you have café, restaurant, bar experience but are fed up of working evenings and weekends?! If so, then we want you! Get to use your people skills in a new...

3yr+ ago

Do you have café, restaurant, bar experience but are fed up of working evenings and weekends?! If so, then we want you! Get to use your people skills in a new...

 

Urgent! Hostel / Hotel Experience Wanted!!

Carbon Savers

St Kilda

Sick and tired of unsociable working hours? Want to develop your people skills in a new industry? THEN DON'T LET THIS OPPORTUNITY BE MISSED! We are...

3yr+ ago

Sick and tired of unsociable working hours? Want to develop your people skills in a new industry? THEN DON'T LET THIS OPPORTUNITY BE MISSED! We are...

 

Construction Workers - We Want You!!

Carbon Savers

St Kilda

SICK OF BACK BREAKING WORK IN CONSTRUCTION? WANT A NEW & EXCITING OPPORTUNITY? THEN LOOK NO FURTHER... At Carbon Savers we are looking for hard working...

3yr+ ago

SICK OF BACK BREAKING WORK IN CONSTRUCTION? WANT A NEW & EXCITING OPPORTUNITY? THEN LOOK NO FURTHER... At Carbon Savers we are looking for hard working...

 

** Exciting Job Opportunity - Backpackers We Want You**

Carbon Savers

St Kilda

LOVE WORKING WITH PEOPLE?? HAVE EXPERIENCE IN EVENTS AND PROMOTIONS?? READY FOR A NEW CHALLENGE?? Then look no further, do we have an exciting opportunity...

3yr+ ago

LOVE WORKING WITH PEOPLE?? HAVE EXPERIENCE IN EVENTS AND PROMOTIONS?? READY FOR A NEW CHALLENGE?? Then look no further, do we have an exciting opportunity...

 

*** Best Jobs For Backpackers ***

Carbon Savers

St Kilda

We've got what you're looking for... ✅ Immediate start ✅ The ability to earn great money ✅ A fun team culture About Us - Carbon Savers is an...

3yr+ ago

We've got what you're looking for... ✅ Immediate start ✅ The ability to earn great money ✅ A fun team culture About Us - Carbon Savers is an...

Labourer

The Boat Clinic

Sandringham, St Kilda

Looking for a labourer(s) who likes the outdoors and would like to learn the Marine repair business. Applicants that have marine or automobile experience preferred...

3yr+ ago

Looking for a labourer(s) who likes the outdoors and would like to learn the Marine repair business. Applicants that have marine or automobile experience preferred...

Sales Associates Wanted - Great Hourly Rates + Uncapped Commission

The Collective Org

Windsor, St Kilda

There is no doubt the direct sales industry is one of Australia's largest industries that continues to grow! This is an ideal opportunity for anyone with sales and/or...

3yr+ ago

There is no doubt the direct sales industry is one of Australia's largest industries that continues to grow! This is an ideal opportunity for anyone with sales and/or...

Experienced Kitchenhand/chef Assistant

Mediterraneo Restaurant

Albert Park, St Kilda

Busy upmarket steak house in Albert Park, between city and St Kilda. We are looking for energetic individuals to join our team. You must have worked in commercial...

3yr+ ago

Busy upmarket steak house in Albert Park, between city and St Kilda. We are looking for energetic individuals to join our team. You must have worked in commercial...

 

Pharmacy Sales Assistants

Bain & Co Pharmacy

St Kilda

PHARMACY SALES ASSISTANTS Look no further for a stable ⚓anchor and workplace in bayside St Kilda. Our first selection criterion is that you must enjoy smiling,...

PHARMACY SALES ASSISTANTS Look no further for a stable ⚓anchor and workplace in bayside St Kilda. Our first selection criterion is that you must enjoy smiling,...

Yardhand

Colsmith Building & Garden Supplies

Highett, St Kilda

Physical outdoor yard hand position. Duties include loading trucks, serving the public and restocking the yard.

3yr+ ago

Physical outdoor yard hand position. Duties include loading trucks, serving the public and restocking the yard.

Babysitter

Amy

St Kilda

I am looking for a babysitter for my nine year old son. I would like someone to look after him on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 7-10 pm and Saturday night from...

3yr+ ago

I am looking for a babysitter for my nine year old son. I would like someone to look after him on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 7-10 pm and Saturday night from...

Qualified Barber

Mr Carlisle Barbers

St Kilda East, St Kilda

Mr Carlisle Barbers is a modern Barber shop with a classic contemporary style. We're located on popular Carlisle Street, St Kilda East / Balaclava. We have an...

3yr+ ago

Mr Carlisle Barbers is a modern Barber shop with a classic contemporary style. We're located on popular Carlisle Street, St Kilda East / Balaclava. We have an...

Full & Part Time Positions Available - Weekdays - Good Salary

My Home Clean

CBD, Richmond, St Kilda, St Kilda

Permanent position with normal working hours Excellent Pay and Conditions – Vehicles supplied Full training – Good salary – Daytime work We provide services...

3yr+ ago

Permanent position with normal working hours Excellent Pay and Conditions – Vehicles supplied Full training – Good salary – Daytime work We provide services...

Furniture Removalist

Fragile Removals

st kilda, St Kilda

URGENT - STAFF NEEDED. (Not Sales!!!) $1000 JOINING BONUS!!** Enjoy an amazing work environment in an awesome team of fun loving people. Travel around...

3yr+ ago

URGENT - STAFF NEEDED. (Not Sales!!!) $1000 JOINING BONUS!!** Enjoy an amazing work environment in an awesome team of fun loving people. Travel around...

Waiter/ Waitress Wanted

Mediterraneo Restaurant

Albert Park, St Kilda

Busy restaurant in Albert Park, just minutes from Melbourne city centre and St Kilda. We are looking for waiting staff to join our team. You must have experience...

3yr+ ago

Busy restaurant in Albert Park, just minutes from Melbourne city centre and St Kilda. We are looking for waiting staff to join our team. You must have experience...

Phone Based Sales - Ote 85-100k - National Company

Compare Club

St Kilda Road, St Kilda

We are looking for backpackers to hit the phones, and make some serious coin before traveling. Never mind picking fruit or packing boxes, here's your chance to work in...

3yr+ ago

We are looking for backpackers to hit the phones, and make some serious coin before traveling. Never mind picking fruit or packing boxes, here's your chance to work in...

Full & Part Time Positions Available - Weekdays - Good Salary

My Home Clean

CBD, Richmond, St Kilda, St Kilda

Permanent position with normal working hours Excellent Pay and Conditions – Vehicles supplied Full training – Good salary – Daytime work We provide services...

3yr+ ago

Permanent position with normal working hours Excellent Pay and Conditions – Vehicles supplied Full training – Good salary – Daytime work We provide services...

Experience Painter

EM-ES PAINTER dECORATING SERVICES

Melbourne metropolitan area, St Kilda

Experience painter...i prefer with transport imediality start

3yr+ ago

Experience painter...i prefer with transport imediality start

Jobs in St Kilda

As Melbourne's most popular beachside suburb, St Kilda is a favourite haunt of backpackers and working holidaymakers. It's a place of many sights and sounds; kids giggling and screaming at Luna Park, swimmers relaxing in sea baths, musicians strumming on grassy knolls and windsurfers riding the waves of Port Phillip Bay. St Kilda can be seen as a bit of a juxtaposition - peaceful yet vibrant, relaxed yet exciting, touristy yet distinctly local.

Jobs in St Kilda
Find jobs in St Kilda, VIC

St Kilda is also just a short tram ride from the Melbourne CBD, granting you easy access to the city at large. Just don't be surprised if you find the coastal suburb a tricky place to leave!

But is St Kilda a must-see destination for a working holidaymaker? And what exactly might the suburb offer 417 and 462 visa holders?

Let's take a look.

Where is St Kilda, and how do I get there?

St Kilda is a suburb of Melbourne, Australia's second-largest city. It is located approximately seven kilometres south of the Melbourne CBD, or a simple 30 minute tram ride.

What is St Kilda famous for?

Unlike other Australian capitals like Sydney, Adelaide and Perth, Melbourne's sits on Port Phillip Bay rather than the open ocean, and so doesn't have similarly endless stretches of sand. St Kilda is one of the few central suburbs that has a traditional Australian beach, and has become a hotspot for watersports, swimming and sunbaking. But the beach is only part of the St Kilda story. Regular markets mean you'll find plenty of creatives, Luna Park has been attracting families for over a century, and the St Kilda Botanical Gardens are the perfect place to enjoy the outdoors in the company of a good book.

What are St Kilda's must see attractions?

  1. St Kilda Beach: The centrepiece of the suburb, you won't find any big waves here - protected by Port Phillip Bay, St Kilda offers a far more relaxed swimming experience than Bondi Beach.
  2. Luna Park Melbourne: While Sydney's Luna Park is arguably more famous, St Kilda is home to the original, and to many, the best. Luna Park Melbourne was established in 1912, and has been making kids and adults squeal with delight for a century.
  3. St Kilda Esplanade Market: If you've only got one day to spend in St Kilda, make it a Sunday, when the Esplanade plays host to over 140 stallholders who sell wonderful arts, crafts and other handmade items.
  4. St Kilda Botanical Gardens: The vibrancy of the St Kilda foreshore is perfectly offset by the tranquility of St Kilda Botanical Gardens, where gorgeous trees, exotic flowers, a beautiful old greenhouse combine to offer ultimate levels of relaxation.

What should I see in the St Kilda area?

  1. Federation Square: The place where Melbourne comes together to celebrate. There's almost always a community event on here, held in the shadows of perfectly abstract architecture.
  2. The MCG: The birthplace of Aussie rules football and test cricket, the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG for short) is the largest stadium in the southern hemisphere, and is also the home of the National Sports Museum.
  3. Eureka Skydeck: Enjoy the best view in all of Melbourne.. as long as you're OK with standing 88 floors above the ground, held up by nothing but a pane of glass. This protruding cube isn't for the faint of heart.
  4. Healesville Sanctuary: Found at the very edge of greater Melbourne, Healesville is more than worth the trip, being home to many of Australia's cutest, cuddliest and rarest creatures.

Where should I stay in St Kilda?

For a discount dorm bed: As one of the best known and best loved hostels in the suburb, Base St Kilda is a safe bet for a comfy bed, a clean bathroom, and endless amounts of late night fun.

For something slightly fancier: The team at The Hamptons Apartments St Kilda have managed to pair quality with affordability, giving backpackers the opportunity to live it up at nice apart-hotel, without breaking the bank.

To treat yourself (at a sensible rate): For a night or two in the lap of luxury, head to Quest St Kilda Road.

Is there work for backpackers in St Kilda?

You have two options as a backpacker on a 417 or 462 visa - you can either make the most of 12 months in Australia, or you can undertake specified work in a regional location, and extend your visa into a second or third year.

If you're only looking to stay in Australia for 12 months, St Kilda is a terrific place to look for work - thanks to its healthy levels of tourism there is constant demand for workers in the hospitality industry. But if you're looking to extend your stay into a second or third year, St Kilda isn't the place - being a suburb of Australia's second-largest city, it doesn't qualify as a regional location.

So, is St Kilda worth a visit for a working holidaymaker? As a beautiful, exciting and eclectic part of Melbourne, it most certainly is. But whether or not you stay there to work will depend on what your long term plans for Australia are.

Our advice? Get to St Kilda first, and worry about the rest later!