Location

The Town

The Hostel

The Hostel is centrally located in the town.

5 minute walk to:

nearest supermarket
the local indoor swimming pool
medical centre
hospital

10 minute walk to:

main shopping centre and banks
post office
bush walks and wildlife

Climate

Summer weather in Griffith is invariably hot with low humidity. Temperature range from 20 to 40+ degrees Celsius.

Transportation

Griffith has its own Airport with daily services to Sydney and weekly flights to Melbourne. Griffith is also serviced by bus and train from most major centres.

Available Work

The fruit-picking season starts in November and goes through until the end of April for summer citrus, grapes and prunes. The winter navel season runs from July through to November.

Harvest Period	Crop
Dec-Mar	Prunes, Onions, Plums
July-Nov	Navel Oranges, Cherries, Garlic
Nov-Feb	Oranges, Melons, Prunes
Jan-Mar	Grapes, Stone Fruit
Jan-May	Pumpkins

How Much Can I Expect to Earn?

You should have a reserve of money that will cover the costs of living for one week in case the weather conditions delay picking or payday is a week after you start. All monies earnt are the responsibility of the farmer/contractor.

Places of Interest

For the latest information please refer to the Griffith Visitors Centre.