Rural & Farm Work in Northern Territory
The Top End runs on the dry season: mangoes and melons around Darwin and Katherine from the second half of the year, cattle stations year-round, and busy tourism from May to September.
When the work is on
| Crop / work | Where | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Mangoes | Darwin rural area, Katherine | September – November |
| Melons | Katherine, Mataranka | May – October |
| Asian vegetables | Darwin rural area | April – September (dry season) |
Seasons shift with the weather each year — treat these as a guide, and check our harvest calendar for detail by month.
Main towns for rural work
Darwin rural area · Katherine · Mataranka · Alice Springs · Tennant Creek
Common types of work
- · Mango & melon picking
- · Cattle stations
- · Tourism & hospitality (dry season)
- · Roadhouses
Working Holiday Visa (88-day) note
The entire Northern Territory counts for 88-day specified work, and tourism & hospitality work in the NT can also qualify.
Read our full 88-day visa guide and use the postcode checker before accepting a job.
General information only — not migration advice. Always confirm with the Department of Home Affairs.
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