The Huon Valley Backpackers, "Balfes Hill",  is located in the middle of Tasmanian's famous fruit growing district. Time of year We help to arrange work starting mid-November through to the end of May. You must have a work visa, a tax file number and Australian bank account. We can assist you with qualifying for a 2nd year working holiday visa.

Type of work Most work is on contract, i.e. you get paid for what you do. We can arrange work picking strawberries, cherries, blueberries and apples - both thinning and picking. Please email us with your questions and expected time of arrival and we will do our best to get you employed: Email to huonvalley@tassie.net.au

Accommodation Conditions
We offer special weekly rates and transport for those wanting to work. All accommodation is twin room - one set of bunks to a room. Camping is also available.

The buildings are on a farm with plenty of lawn for you to laze in and magnificent views for you to gaze over. Each building has its own BBQ. We have a games room with 8 ball, table tennis and darts. There is a free T.V. lounge and a video room, and a laundry service is also available

We provide a public phone and affordable access to the internet and email and phone cards are sold on site.