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    If you're backpacking Australia and looking for work, this post will help you find fruit picking jobs in Western Australia.

    At GAFFL we know that it can be difficult to find fruit picking work in Australia. There are a few websites out there that help you find work but they also ask for money before showing you any job listings. We’ve devised a way for people to find these jobs in Western Australia free of any cost.

    We've also written about how to find fruit picking work in New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia. This post will focus on helping you with fruit picking in Western Australia. Additionally, you try checking out our many hostel guides to fruit picking jobs in Australia. For Western Australia specifically, you can check out our guide on some of the best working hostels to find fruit picking jobs in Western Australia. 

    Here’s how it works: choose a location that is currently harvesting a fruit/crop and then contact a farm in that area to find out if they have an opening. We have provided you with contact details for different farms in the area, as well as ideas about other things to do, information about accommodations, and directions on how to get there. We retrieved most of the contact information below from the yellow pages or Facebook. We don't have any affiliation with the farms or wineries listed below.

    Before contacting the farms directly, you may have luck finding fruit picking work in Western Australia by browsing through the Australian Government’s Harvest website. All of the harvest information below was directly sourced from the Australian Government’s Harvest website.

    Another great way to find harvest work is to contact the Harvest Labour Service provider in your area. You can find their contacts here.  

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    Kununurra

    When should I go?

    October- December

    Mangoes- Demand for harvest workers is the highest from October- November

    April

    Citrus- Demand for harvest workers is steady.

    May- November

    Melons/Pumpkins- Demand for harvest workers is the highest from July to October.

    April- July

    Tree planting/Weeding- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    Contact Information for farms in the Kununurra area:

    Milkwood Tropical Orchards
    Phone: (08) 8976 0944
    Address: Batchelor NT 0845
    Email: Milkwoodtropical@gmail.com
    Website: http://www.milkwoodtropical.com.au/

    Cdml Ellis Enterprises
    Phone: (08) 8972 2482
    Address: 470 Cossack Rd, Florina NT 0852

    Manbulloo Mangoes Australia Pty Ltd
    Phone: (08) 8972 2590
    Address: Victoria Hwy, Katherine NT 0850

    Acacia Hills Farm
    Phone: (08) 8988 1467
    Address: 31 Golding Rd, Acacia Hills NT 0822

    Tropiculture Australia
    Phone: (08) 8988 1119
    Address: 110 Horne Rd, Bees Creek NT 0822

    Melon Patch The
    Phone: (08) 8988 1987
    Address: 1015 Pioneer Dr, Humpty Doo NT 0836

    Suena Mango Pty Ltd
    Phone: 0428 881 981
    Address: 30 Cain Rd, Lambells Lagoon NT 0822

    Sweet Life
    Phone: (08) 8988 1999
    Address: 255 Alphatonia Rd, Lambells Lagoon NT 0822

    What are some other things to know about Kununurra?

    While you are in Kununurra you should visit Mirima Hidden Valley National Park, Lake Argyle, and Celebrity Tree Park.

    Accommodations: There are hotels, motels, caravan parks, and hostels in town.

    Directions: Kununurra is 3228 kms North of Perth and 780 kms south west of Darwin. There are bus and air services available from Perth and Broome or Darwin.

    Carnarvon

    When should I go?

    January- March

    Mangoes- Demand for harvest workers is the highest in January and February.

    January- April

    Melons- Demand for harvest workers is the highest from January to March.

    January- December

    Bananas- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    May- December

    Tomatoes- Demand for harvest workers is high for the whole period.

    May- December 

    Vegetables- Demand for harvest workers is the highest in June, July, October, November, and December. 

    May- December 

    Grapes- Demand for harvest workers is the highest in June, July, October, November, and December. 

    What are some other things to know about Carnarvon?

    Places to visit in Carnarvon include One Mile Jetty, Lighthouse Keepers Cottage Museum and the Blowholes, Carnarvon Heritage Precinct, Gwoonwardu Mia - Aborginal Cultural Centre, Quobba Coastline, Gascoyne Food Trail, Rocky Pools, Carnarvon Space and Technology Museum.

    Accommodations: There are many hotels, motels, caravan parks, guesthouses, and hostels in town..

    Directions: Carnarvon is a 904 kms drive, from Perth. It is on the bus route north from Perth and south from Darwin. It is serviced daily by bus and Skippers Airline from Perth.

    Gingin

    When should I go?

    January- February + June- August

    Grapes- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    January- December 

    Vegetables- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    January- December

    Citrus- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    July- September

    Olives- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    November- January

    Stonefruit- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    Contact Information for farms in the Gingin area:

    Yanchep Springs
    Phone: (08) 9575 7665
    Address: Lot 2818 Wanneroo Rd, Wilbinga WA 6041

    Golden Grove Citrus Orchad
    Phone:(08) 9571 8074
    Address: 1378 Chittering Rd, Lower Chittering WA 6084
    Email: info@goldengroveorchard.com
    Website: www.goldengroveorchard.com.au

    Choice Strawberrys
    Phone: (08) 9561 8335
    Address: 181 Carabooda Rd, Carabooda WA 6033

    Avowest Avocados
    Phone: (08) 9407 5100
    Address: 85 Carabooda Rd, Carabooda WA 6033

    What are some other things to know about Gingin?

    While you are in Gingin you should visit Chittering Valley Wine Trail, Gingin town centre, Eliza’s Café, West Coast Honey and see the stars at the Gravity Centre. Wildflower tours are popular in spring.

    Accommodations: There are several caravan and cabins in town as well as a hotel.

    Directions: Gingin is one hour’s drive from Perth. Bus service through TransWA departs from East Perth and Midland.

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    Swan Valley

    When should I go?

    January- February + June- September

    Grapes- Demand for harvest workers is the highest in July and August. 

    January- December 

    Vegetables- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    January- December

    Citrus- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    July- September

    Olives- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    November- December

    Stonefruit- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    Contact Information for farms in the Swan Valley area:

    Grape West
    Phone: (08) 9296 4545

    Edgecombe Bros Ltd
    Phone: (08) 9296 4307
    Address: Lot 1715 Gnangara Rd, Henley Brook WA 6055

    Citrees Nursery
    Phone: (08) 9248 6003
    Address: 12B Lakefarm Rtt, Ballajura WA 6066

    Stoneville Blueberry Farm
    Phone:(08) 9295 0767
    Address: 240 Blue Wren Pl, Stoneville WA 6081

    Carob Enterprises
    Phone:(08) 9328 5317
    Address: 73 Wasley St, North Perth WA 6006

    Della-Pona E
    Phone:(08) 9293 1327
    Address: Mundaring Weir Rd, Kalamunda WA 6076

    Berry Sweet Strawberry Farm
    Phone:(08) 9571 1077
    Address: Bullsbrook WA 6084

    Harris Organic Wines
    Phone:(08) 9296 0216
    Address: 179 Memorial Ave, Baskerville WA 6056
    Email: duncan@harrisorganicwine.com.au
    Website: https://harrisorganicwine.com.au/

    Jarrah Ridge Vineyard
    Phone:(08) 9296 6337
    Address: 651 Great Northern Hwy, Herne Hill WA 6056
    Email: info@jarrahridge.com
    Website: https://jarrahridge.com/

    Golden Grove Citrus Orchad
    Phone:(08) 9571 8074
    Address: 1378 Chittering Rd, Lower Chittering WA 6084
    Email: info@goldengroveorchard.com
    Website: https://goldengroveorchard.com.au/

    Gullone D
    Phone: (08) 9293 5218
    Address: Union Rd, Carmel WA 6076

    Leotta S
    Phone: (08) 9293 5226
    Address: 741 Canning Rd, Carmel WA 6076

    Gregorovich D & N
    Phone: (08) 9293 8301
    Address: Patterson Rd, Pickering Brook WA 6076

    High Vale Orchard Pty Ltd
    Phone: (08) 9293 8217
    Address: 35 Merrivale Rd, Pickering Brook WA 6076

    Agrifresh Pty Ltd
    Phone: (08) 9455 4538
    Address: Unit 12/ 41 Catalano Cct, Canning Vale WA 6155

    C W & J E Brockway
    Phone: (08) 9397 5633
    Address: Llanelly Organic Orchard Brockway Rd, Roleystone WA 6111

    Hills Market Garden Nominees Pty Ltd
    Phone: (08) 9390 5754
    Address: Lot 6 Canning Mills Rd, Kelmscott WA 6111

    Raeburn Orchards
    Phone: (08) 9397 5325
    Address: 95 Raeburn Rd, Roleystone WA 6111

    Procopio V & A
    Phone: (08) 9496 1786
    Address: 10 Conifer Rd, Karragullen WA 6111

    Della Pollina A
    Phone: (08) 9293 8213
    Address: 461 Pickering Brook Rd, Pickering Brook WA 6076

    Weemala Orchid
    Phone: (08) 9293 5400
    Address: 100 Francais Rd, Pickering Brook WA 6076

    Illawarra Orchard Pty Ltd
    Phone: (08) 9397 6094
    Address: 233 Illawarra Rd, Karragullen WA 6111

    What are some other things to know about Swan Valley?

    The Swan Valley is the ideal location to escape, indulge and awaken your senses. While in the valley you should explore Mondo Nougat,the Margaret River Chocolate Company, Guilford Court House and Heritage Walk Trails. Visit one of the Valley’s famous roadside stalls with locally grown seasonal produce or follow the award-winning food and wine trail, pointing out the many year-round food and wine experiences on offer. Activities to be enjoyed in the Swan Valley include riverside horseback rides, train and tram rides at Whiteman Park or meeting the koalas at Caversham Wildlife Park.

    Accommodations: There are several Accommodations Swan Valley including resorts, motels, hotels, self contained units, backpacker hostels, caravan parks, B&Bs and guesthouses.

    Directions: Swan Valley is located 18 kms from the centre of Perth and a 10 minute drive from the Perth Domestic Airport. 

    Perth Hills

    When should I go?

    November- April + June- August

    Apples/Pears- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    October- March

    Stonefruit- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    Contact Information for farms in the Perth Hills area:

    Willow Springs Orchard Pty Ltd
    Phone: (08) 9399 5115
    Address: Albany Hwy, Bedfordale WA 6112

    What are some other things to know about Perth Hills?

    The major towns comprising Perth Hills include Kalamunda, and Mundaring, smaller towns include Carmel and Pickering Brook. The big  attractions in Perth HIlls include The Mundaring Weir and the famous water pipeline to Kalgoorlie. The Weir precinct is also home to an open-air cinema and an outdoor concert amphitheater. The Weir is the start of several interesting walking trails through the native bush in the area as well as the Munda Biddi bike trail which is Australia’s longest mountain bike trail.

    Accommodations: There are very few Accommodations in the Perth hills and most people stay in Perth.

    Directions: The Perth Hills are approximately 45 minutes drive from Perth. Transperth bus services run to Mundaring and Kalamunda. 

    Donnybrook

    When should I go?

    February- April

    Tomatoes- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    February- April + June- September

    Grapes- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    February- September + November- December

    Apples/Pears- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    November- March

    Stonefruit- Demand for harvest workers is the highest from December to March.

    Contact Information for farms in the Donnybrook area:

    Terace G & Sons
    Phone: (08) 9731 1159
    Address: South Western Hwy, Donnybrook WA 6239

    Delfino G
    Phone: (08) 9731 1169
    Address: RMB 624 Boyupbrook Rd, Donnybrook WA 6239

    Perivale Orchards Pty Ltd
    Phone: (08) 9731 6321
    Address: The Upper Capel Rd, Donnybrook WA 6239

    Jones L A
    Phone: (08) 9731 1512
    Address: 515 Boyup Brook Road, Queenwood WA 6239

    Eagleview Orchard
    Phone: (08) 9731 6297
    Address: 2054 South Western Hwy, Kirup WA 6251

    Tassone Orchards Pty Ltd
    Phone: 0428 975 021
    Address: Grimwade Rd, Kirup WA 6251

    Martella B & Sons
    Phone: (08) 9731 6276
    Address: "Santa Rita", Kirup WA 6251

    Atherton's Orchard Pty Ltd
    Phone: (08) 9732 1237
    Address: Preston Rd, Lowden WA 6240

    What are some other things to know about Donnybrook?

    There is so much to do while you are staying in Donnybrook. You can visit Gnomesville and stop by the Preston River, you can discover Golden Valley Tree Park, explore the native bushland on the Blackwood River Valley walk trails, take a drive to the local wineries, play at the Apple Fun Park, the biggest free entry playground in Australia and enjoy the colourful annual events in the towns. 

    Accommodations: There are several accommodations to choose from including hotels, motels, B&B’s, chalets, hostels, caravan parks, camping parks, and transit parks.

    Directions: Donnybrook is 206 kms south of Perth and 36 kms south east of Bunbury. 

    Frankland

    When should I go?

    February- April + June- September

    Grapes- Demand for harvest workers is the highest in July and August.

    May- August

    Olives- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    Contact Information for farms in the Frankland area:

    Handasyde N M
    Phone:(08) 9844 3419
    Address: Lot 2 Greatrex St, Lower King WA 6330

    Bunn Vineyard & Winery
    Phone:(08) 9842 6266
    Address: PO Box 598, Albany WA 6330
    Email: admin@bunnwine.com.au
    Website: https://www.bunnwine.com.au/

    Hazel Grove Orchard
    Phone:(08) 9761 1921
    Address: RMB 317 Tweed Rd, Bridgetown WA 6255

    Eden Gate Blueberry Farm
    Phone:(08) 9845 2003
    Address: Eden Rd, Youngs Siding WA 6330

    Eagleview Orchard
    Phone:(08) 9731 6297
    Address: 2054 South Western Hwy, Kirup WA 6251

    Willow Creek Strawberries Pty Ltd
    Phone:(08) 9846 4300
    Address: Dempster Rd, Kalgan WA 6330

    What are some other things to know about Frankland?

    When you’re in Frankland you should visit the Olive Tree Gallery, Wildflower Walk, Stirling Ranges, Wineries and Cellar Doors, Sukey Hill Lookout, Station House Museum, Alkoomi Winery, Ferngrove Winery, Frankland River, Lakes Poorarecup, Nunijup and Unicup, The Old Post Office, district wildflowers and the local Heritage Trail. 

    Accommodations: There are several accommodations to choose from including hotels, motels, B&B’s, chalets, hostels, caravan parks, camping parks, and transit parks.

    Directions: Frankland can be reached by car 370 kms south of Perth. There are no bus, rail, or air services to and from Frankland.

    Mt Barker

    When should I go?

    March- April + June- September

    Grapes- Demand for harvest workers is the highest in July and August.

    November- January

    Cherries- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    October- May

    Strawberries- Demand for harvest workers is the highest from November to February.

    Contact Information for farms in the Mt Barker area:

    West Cape Howe Wines
    Phone:(08) 9892 1444
    Address: 14923 Muirs Hwy, Mt Barker WA 6324
    Email: info@wchowe.com.au
    Website: http://www.wchowe.com.au/

    What are some other things to know about Mt Barker?

    Places to visit while staying in Mt Baker include The Stirling and Porongurup ranges, St Werburgh’s Chapel, Police Station Museum, All Saints Church, the Old Post Office and the Mount Barker Heritage Trail. 

    Accommodations: There are hotels, motes, caravan and cabin parks, and B&B’s for you to stay in.

    Directions: Mount Barker is 359 kms south of Perth and 50 kms North of Albany. Daily bus services operate from Perth to Albany via Mount Barker.

    Albany

    When should I go?

    March- April + June- September

    Grapes- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    May- August

    Olives- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    October- May

    Strawberries- Demand for harvest workers is the highest from November to February.

    Contact Information for farms in the Albany area:

    Montgomery's Hill Wines
    Phone:(08) 9844 3715
    Address: 45805 South Coast Hwy, Kalgan WA 6330
    Email: winesales@montgomeryshill.com.au
    Website: https://www.montgomeryshill.com.au/

    What are some other things to know about Albany?

    There’s a lot to explore in Albany including Middleton beach, Princess Royal fortress on Mount Adelaide, Residency Museum and Old Gaol, the Brig “Amity”, Windfarm, Discovery Bay, the Gap and Natural Bridge, National Anzac Centre Bibbulmun track and Perth artificial dive reef.

    Accommodations: There are many hotels, motels, caravan parks, and hostels in the city.

    Directions: Albany is 409 kms south of Perth. Daily bus services operate to and from Perth. Virgin Airline flights operate twice daily on weekdays and daily services on the weekend from Perth to Albany.

    Denmark

    When should I go?

    February- April + June- September

    Grapes- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    December- March

    Berries- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    Contact Information for farms in the Denmark area:

    Eden Gate Blueberry Farm
    Phone:(08) 9845 2003
    Address: Eden Rd, Youngs Siding WA 6330

    Singlefile Wines Pty Ltd
    Phone:1300 885 807
    Address: 90 Walter Rd, Denmark WA 6333
    Email: theteam@singlefilewines.com
    Website: www.singlefilewines.com

    What are some other things to know about Denmark?

    While visiting Denmark you should explore the Valley of the Giants, Bibbulmun Track, Denmark River Mouth, district wineries, beaches and coastal scenery, Greens Pool, bush walking tracks, district art studios and galleries.

    Accommodations: There are motels, guesthouses, B&Bs, lodges and hostels in and around town.

    Directions: Denmark is 50 kms west of Albany and 400 kms south of Perth. Regular bus services operate daily from Perth to Denmark and airline flights operate from Perth to nearby Albany.

    Manjimup

    When should I go?

    February- May

    Apples/Pears- Demand for harvest workers is the highest in March and April.

    October- June

    Potatoes- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    December- February

    Potatoes- Demand for harvest workers is steady for the whole period.

    December- February

    Potatoes- Demand for harvest workers is high in December.

    December- March

    Vegetables- Demand for harvest workers is high for the whole period.

    Contact Information for farms in the Manjimup area:

    Hazel Grove Orchard
    Phone:(08) 9761 1921
    Address: RMB 317 Tweed Rd, Bridgetown WA 6255

    What are some other things to know about Manjimup?

    Places to visit in town include Manjimup Timber Park, Tree Towers, King Jarrah Heritage Trail, The Four Aces and One Tree Bridge.

    Accommodations: There are hotels, motels, guesthouses, caravan parks and cabins in town.

    Directions: Manjimup is 300 kms south of Perth and bus services depart from there daily to Manjimup daily.

    Margaret River

    When should I go?

    February- April + June- August

    Grapes- Demand for harvest workers is high from February to April.

    Contact Information for farms in the Margaret River area:

    Family Wines Direct
    Phone:(08) 9756 5200
    Address: PO Box 283, Margaret River WA 6285
    Email: familywinesdirectaustralia1@gmail.com
    Website: https://www.familywinesdirect.com.au/

    Victory Point Wines
    Phone:(08) 9381 5765
    Address: Holben Rd, Cowaramup WA 6284
    Email: wine@victorypointwines.com
    Website: https://www.victorypointwines.com/

    Hay Shed Hill Wines
    Phone:(08) 9755 6046
    Address: 511 Harmans Mill Rd, Wilyabrup WA 6280
    Email: info@hayshedhill.com.au
    Website: https://hayshedhill.com.au/

    Flinders Bay Wine
    Phone:(08) 9755 7103
    Address: Bussell Hwy, Metricup WA 6280
    Email: sales@flindersbaywines.com.au
    Website: http://www.flindersbaywines.com.au/

    Carpe Diem Vineyards Pty Ltd
    Phone:(08) 9755 6118
    Address: 213 Johnson, Wilyabrup WA 6280
    Website: http://www.carpediemvineyards.com.au/

    What are some other things to know about Margaret River?

    When you’re visiting Margaret River you should explore Rotary Park, Margaret River Old Settlement Historical Museum, Heritage Trail, vineyards and wineries, berry farm, Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, Caves in Margaret River and Augusta, national trust homes and St Thomas More Catholic Church.

    Accommodations: Margaret River has many hotels, motels B&Bs, hostels and cabins. Camping is allowed at designated Caravan Parks or camping grounds.

    Directions: Margaret River is located 280 kms south of Perth following the South Western Highway to Busselton and then the Bussell Highway to Margaret River. 

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