Farm work in Manjimup, WA
Tall-timber country three hours south of Perth. Apple harvest through autumn, avocados most of the year, and truffle season if your timing's right.
Farms in the Manjimup area
Rated by backpackers who actually worked there — pay, hours, accommodation, the lot.
The 88 days, straight up
To get a second-year Working Holiday visa (subclass 417 or 462) you need 88 days of specified work in regional Australia — and Manjimup qualifies. Plant and animal cultivation counts: picking, packing, pruning, planting. Keep every payslip, check your employer pays award rates, and track your days as you go. Matey has a free 88-day tracker, a scam-spotting guide and real reviews of the farms around Manjimup, so you know before you go.
Good to know
Does farm work in Manjimup count towards the 88 days?
Manjimup is in a regional area of Western Australia, so plant and animal cultivation work here generally counts towards the 88 days of specified work for a second Working Holiday visa. Always confirm the postcode and the type of work with your employer, and keep every payslip.
When is the harvest season in Manjimup?
Apples, avocados, truffles and vegetables. Season: February to June. Arriving a couple of weeks before peak season gives you the best shot at the good jobs and beds.
How do I find farm jobs in Manjimup?
Matey lists live, checked jobs around Manjimup free — no agency fees, no paid "job packs". You can also see rated farms (reviewed by backpackers who worked there), working hostels, and post that you're looking for work so farmers find you.
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