What to pack before leaving for farm work
The right basics make your first week easier, especially if the town is small and shops are limited.
Useful items
- Durable shoes or boots suitable for the job.
- Work clothes you do not mind damaging.
- Hat, sunscreen and refillable water bottle.
- Power bank and charging cable.
- Copies of passport, visa grant, TFN and bank details.
- A folder for payslips, rosters and contracts.
Before buying equipment
Ask the employer what is actually required. Some jobs provide gear, others expect you to bring it.