Come and enjoy a working holiday in Chinchilla, a lively country town in the Western Downs, 290 km from Brisbane.
Shift Hours: 0800 - 0800
Reason for vacancy: General Shortage
We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people and LGBTQIA+ people. We strongly encourage any Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.
About the location
Chinchilla is a lively country town in the Western Downs, 290 km from Brisbane. The town is famous for its biennial Melon Festival and its fun and eccentric celebrations. Despite its small size, the town is home to a thriving agricultural industry and produces an impressive amount of high-quality produce. Did you know that Chinchilla produces 25% of Australia's watermelons?
Things to do
If you're interested in history, you can visit the Chinchilla Historical Museum. The museum provides insights into the local farming and industry, with key exhibits such as the 'Cypress Pine Centre'. This exhibit tells the story of the saw milling industry that established the town of Chinchilla. The town's name is believed to have originated from the Aboriginal word 'Jinchilla', which means Cyprus Pine.
How to get there
Chinchilla is a 3hr and 45min drive from Brisbane via Warrego Hwy/A2.
Apply today or call 02 9020 0322 for more information.