Make Money While Travelling in Australia

Australia is a massive country/continent, and if you get there, you want to see as much as possible of it. But travelling for long periods of time can be expensive, so it’s a good idea to try and make money along the way. The first step? You may need to get a working visa. Check out this Wikihow article on obtaining a work visa, which, if you end up staying and working for three months, you are then entitled to an extended year long working visa.

Steps

  1. Fruit Picking - It’s easy to find a job picking fruit in Australia, depending on the season – which change around the country, meaning there’s always work somewhere. If you don’t mind getting a bit sweaty or dirty, the work is ripe for the reaping (pun intended). Whether you’re harvesting the fruit outside (remember to bring suncream and water!), or packing the fruit inside there’s work available for every preference and need. The wages usually depend on the type of work you’re doing, and the hours you work, and varies from farm to farm and job to job: You can either be paid the ‘by hour’ flat rate, generally for inside, fruit packing, or working outside, such as working on a tractor or harvester. The other method is the ‘by piece’ rate, related to how much you pick – the more you pick, the more you earn. Eventually, after a few days on the job, your speed will increase and you can make more money. The pay generally depends on the types of crop you pick too. Big fruits, such as apples and oranges, generally pay more than small ones, such as blueberries or strawberries.
  2. Visit a casino - Don’t feel like working for your money? The casinos in Australia are some of the biggest and the best. There are classic game tables, such as Baccarat, Blackjack, Craps and Roulette, and every type of poker available, including Caribbean Stud, Three Card Poker, Mississippi Stud and WSOP Bonus Texas Hold’em. If that’s not your thing, try the other casino games, like Big Wheel, Casino War and Vegas Star Games, or the electronic games (Electronic Baccarat, Rapid Blackjack, Rapid Roulette and Pontoon Pandemonium). If none of that takes your fancy, there’s top-rated casino nightlife, including acclaimed international shows, music, dance and comedy, a bowling alley and six gold-class cinemas. If you’re not in Melbourne, however, Tasmania is home to the oldest casino in Australia, having been there since 1973. Aside from the lovely atmosphere and charm, there’s also a famous VIP area, as well as a wide variety of games, including: electronic games, such as slots machines, poker and keno, classic games, such as Blackjack, Federal Baccarat or Rapid Roulette, not to mention scores of restaurants and bars inside the casino itself.
  3. Teach English - What better place to do so than in an English speaking country? And for a bit of guidance on how to do it, check out this WikiHow on teaching English as a second language. Teaching is fairly similar anywhere in the world, and is a very flexible option for travellers looking to earn a bit of cash. You can either work for a contract, or work casually if it suits you better. Schools are usually four or five days a week, 9am – 3pm, and colleges offer evening classes. Payment is generally $25 – $45 an hour, and students are mainly from South Asia, South America and Europe. With over 300 registered English language schools and colleges, there are always vacancies. Some places require that you have a recognised international teaching qualification; others will train you for it themselves. There’s generally more short term work available during the peak periods for tour groups in January/February and July/August. Salaries are usually related to a teacher’s experience and placement.
  4. Bartending - It may be a cliché, but the Aussies like a drink. That means plenty of space for bartending jobs! Tourist areas are always in need of good staff, so whether it’s for a few days or a few months, you’ll be sure to find something, somewhere. Depending on the place you’re applying to, you might need a resume and references. Some places will require you to wear a uniform. Tips on becoming a bartender are here. But, if you’re not so hot with the mixers, you can just as easily find work in the kitchen or as a waiter. As with bartending jobs anywhere, the pay is usually low – but the tips are usually big. And it’s a fun way to meet new people, have new experiences and learn a new skill.

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