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Citrus January Medium Demand May Medium Demand June High Demand July High Demand August Medium Demand September Medium Demand October High Demand November High Demand December High Demand Grapes January Medium Demand February High Demand March High Demand April High Demand May Medium Demand June High Demand July High Demand August High Demand September Medium Demand Stonefruit January High Demand February High Demand May Medium Demand June Medium Demand July Medium Demand October Medium Demand November High Demand December High Demand Almonds/Pistachios March Medium Demand April High Demand May High Demand June Medium Demand Vegetables January Medium Demand February Medium Demand May Medium Demand June Medium Demand July Medium Demand August Medium Demand September Medium Demand October Medium Demand November Medium Demand December Medium Demand Warragul Tomatoes / Capsicums March Medium Demand March Medium Demand March Medium Demand March Medium Demand March Medium Demand March Medium Demand March Medium Demand March Medium Demand March Medium Demand March Medium Demand March Medium Demand March Medium Demand Apples March Medium Demand Daffodils Asparagus Yarra Valley Apples/Pears February High Demand March High Demand April High Demand May High Demand H High requirement for labour - high need for out of area labour M Medium requirement for labour - some out of area labour may be required L Low requirement for labour - little or no work may be available BAIRNSDALE Bairnsdale is the regional and commercial centre of East Gippsland. The Bairnsdale area is famous for its beautiful forests and rivers, extensive inland lake system and coastline, quaint villages and alpine regions. Work in the Bairnsdale area occurs throughout the year, with the majority of opportunities from Spring through to Autumn. In the warmer months, take care to keep hydrated and wear clothing to protect you from the sun. You will need to have a reasonable level of fitness as the work includes picking, packing and some bending, especially for asparagus. You will generally require your own transport as there is no public transport service available from Bairnsdale. In addition, Bairnsdale hosts two major food producers, Vegco and Patties. Harvest Labour Assistance National Harvest Labour Information Service 1800 062 332 www.harvesttrail.gov.au Places to visit St Mary’s Church with its famous frescos, the 1893 Court House, East Gippsland Art Gallery, Historical Museum, one of several gorges in the area, the Den of Nargun, Krowthunkoolong