Travel Info

Where to go and what to do ?

The Gold Coast:
Stunning surf beaches, World Heritage rainforest, an exciting city centre, theme parks, shopping, restaurants and year round events makes the Gold Coast an awesome stop on the Queensland coast. Find out more on the Gold Coast here.
JOBS: Bar work, receptionists, night club work, chefs, hairdressers, volunteer tourism, telesales, administrators, brochure distribution, door to door sales, construction work, nursing, beauty therapists, café workers, cleaners, sales, nannies, promotional work, shop assistants, tour sales, club reps, security guards, consultants, crowd controllers.

Brisbane:
Australia’s fastest growing capital city mixes and easy-going outdoors lifestyle with an energetic cosmopolitan vibe. Basking under clear blue skies the city is a hub for outdoor adventure: kayaking, cycling and abseiling. Also with a fantastic pub scene, easy access to South East Queensland and Moreton Island, the world’s third largest sand island, just 75 minutes away don’t be surprised if you end up staying longer than you planned. Find out more on Brisbane here.
JOBS: Sales, consultants, café/ bar work, cleaners, nannies, night club work, hairdressers, administrators, telesales, construction work, brochure distribution, promotional work, shop assistants, beauty therapists, security guards, door to door sales, tour sales, crowd controllers.

Southern Queensland Country:
Just a short drive from Brisbane and you’ll hit Queensland’s beautiful country. Just 90 minutes from Brisbane is Towoomba, know as Queensland’s Garden City and renowned for rugged national parks, spectacular outlooks, boutique wineries and stylish cafes. To the South of Toowoomba lies the Southern Downs and Granite Belt - home to more than 48 wineries! And, during the spring months the region is host to some cool events including the Rodeo festival and Granite Belt Blues. Find out more on Southern Queensland Country here.
Southern Downs and Granite Belt JOBS:  Harvesting, administrators, receptionists, cleaning, café work.
Toowoomba and Golden West JOBS: Construction/ labouring work, security guards, dog handlers, receptionists, cleaners, Harvesting.

The Sunshine Coast:
Just one hours drive north of Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast is an enticing mix of pristine coastline, unspoilt surf beaches, lush hinterland and a chilled out lifestyle. Pay a visit to the late Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin’s Australia Zoo, the Noosa Everglades, Noosa’s Hastings Street and the Glass House Mountains. If you’re after a place of beautiful beaches, good surf and want to enjoy the chilled out Queensland lifestyle now is a good time to stop and find some work. Find out more on the Sunshine Coast here.
JOBS: Cleaners, receptionists, administrators, nannies, crowd controllers, hairdressers, sales consultants, nurses, chefs, labourers, shop assistants, brochure distribution, telesales, beauty therapists, ice cream sellers.

The Fraser Coast:
This region is a paradise of World Heritage listed Fraser Island, pristine beaches and abundant marine life – especially for humpback whales. It’s an ideal stop for backpackers wanting to earn some extra dollars and on your days off you’ve got Fraser Island on your doorstep! Hop in your 4WD, swim in crystal clear lakes, hike to fantastic lookout points and enjoy a Barbie on the beach by night. Find out more on the Fraser Coast here.
JOBS: chefs, nurses, bar work, shop assistants, tour sales.

Bundaberg:
The city of Bundaberg is the heart of Queensland’s sugar country most well know for its famous Rum. It’s also the access point to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and Lady Elliot Island. The island is teeming with life and live corals and famous for its population 40 Manta Rays. Step off the beach and snorkel, swim or dive in an underwater world or just simply relax and soak in the natural island atmosphere. Find out more on Bundaberg here.
JOBS: Harvesting, pub workers, café work, cleaners, receptionists.

Gladstone:
Gladstone basks in an enviable sub-tropical climate with islands, waterways and beaches right on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef. This region is home to Town of 1770 and Agnes Water – here you’ll enjoy Queensland’s most northern surf beach and one of only three places on the Queensland coast where you can watch the sun go down over water – it’s a beautiful hidden gem. Find out more on Gladstone here.
JOBS: Harvesting, pub workers, café work, cleaners, receptionists.

Queensland’s Outback
If you’re looking to do something a little different in Queensland, head off the coastal routes and out to the Outback. The Outback is home to some of the most amazing wildlife and spectacular scenery. Explore the underground mines at Mt Isa, climb Big Red, the first of the amazing red desert sand dunes or experience life on an outback sheep or cattle station. Find out more on the Outback here.
JOBS: Shop assistants, pub workers, café work, cleaners, cooks, nanny work on cattle stations, domestic work, nursing, harvesting.

Central Queensland
This region is largely undiscovered by backpackers and after visiting you’ll want to keep it that way! Also known as “Rocky”, Rockhampton  is the hub of the region and provides a gateway to Great Keppel Island  - the most unihabitated island ticks all the boxes - fun, sun, water, adventure, activity and much, much more! Find out more on Central Queensland here.
JOBS: Bar attendants, pub workers, café workers, cleaners, receptionists, administrators, chefs, harvesting.

Mackay
Lush rainforests, natural beaches, reef and tropical islands and it’s all away from the tourist crowds. Mackay is home to 31 unspoilt beaches, National Parks, tropical islands and coral garden. Make sure you stop here if you want to get off the beaten track, enjoy relaxed coastal lifestyle and tropical vibe. Find out more on Mackay here.
JOBS: Cleaners, construction, sales, nannies, harvesting, pub workers, shop assistants.

The Whitsundays
Airlie Beach  is a colourful, cosmopolitan and laidback coastal community and is your main access point to the Whitsunday Islands. 74 islands float in the warm tropical waters of the Coral Sea. Only 8 are home to secluded resorts, the rest are untouched hideaways of white sand and lush greenery. Find out more on The Whitsundays here.
JOBS: Construction, deckhand, sales, cleaners, receptionists, administrators, divers, hairdressers, bar workers, night club work, tour sales, shop assistants, brochure distribution .

Townsville and Magnetic Island
Townsville is a cruisy tropical city where you can slow down and enjoy life at a slower pace. Don’t be fooled though – it also has a lively bar scene. Townsville is the gateway to the beautiful Magnetic Island  – known as “Maggie” to the locals. Spend your days kayaking, diving, jet skiing, 4WDing, see Australia wildlife and walk through stunning national park. Find out more on Townsville and Magnetic Island here.
JOBS: Tour Sales, café workers, receptionists, cleaners, administrators, chefs, pub workers, forklift drivers, consultants, labourers, hairdressers, wait staff, divers, brochure distribution, deckhand, telesales, beauty therapists, nurses.

Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef
If you’re after unforgettable adventure then grab your backpack and head north – it’s the adventure capital of Australia. The Great Barrier Reef, the world’s oldest surviving tropical rainforest, raging rapids, deserted island and beautiful tropical beaches - it’s also the only place on earth where two World Heritage sites exist side by side making it a nature lover’s paradise. Find out more on Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef here.
JOBS: Shop assistants, café workers, cleaners, administrators, receptionists, night club work, bar work, security guards, construction, nursing, sales, consultants, divers, hairdressers, deckhands, brochure distribution, crowd controllers, tour sales, telesales, beauty therapists.