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Skybury Farms

Mareeba · QLD

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Likely 88-day eligible (industry and postcode per Home Affairs, as at 25 Sept 2026). Always confirm with Home Affairs. Official specified work page Source: Department of Home Affairs, © Commonwealth of Australia, CC BY 4.0

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About the farm

Australia's oldest coffee plantation; ~90 staff; papaya picked year-round; hires casuals/backpackers, own transport needed

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Minimum pay check: from 1 July 2026 the Horticulture Award adult casual minimum starts at $32.18 an hour (Level 1). Fair Work pay guideSource: Fair Work Ombudsman

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