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Backpackers permitted to extend remain in Australia to assist farmers throughout coronavirus pandemic

Backpackers permitted to extend remain in Australia to assist farmers throughout coronavirus pandemic

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April 04, 2020 00: 39:55

Backpackers will be allowed to extend their stays in Australia and temporary visa holders will get early access to their superannuation under changes being unveiled by the Federal Government today.

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  • The relocation is to guarantee farmers have enough labour to plant and pick their crops
  • The seasonal workers will be exempt from a guideline that generally prevents them from staying with the very same employer for more than 6 months
  • The Government also announced most short-term visa holders will have access to their very

However individuals from overseas who can not support themselves through the coronavirus pandemic have once again been warned to leave the nation

Agriculture Minister David Littleproud said extending the visas of working vacationer and seasonal worke

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