New Zealand has one of the world’s most beautiful landscapes. Made up of two main islands, NZ is located 3000km off the coast of Australia.
Well known for its rugby, rugged beauty, and agriculture, New Zealand is also home to strong wine and equine industries. Placements are available in:
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Agriculture: Dairy, beef, sheep, pigs, field crops and machinery, mixed farming.
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Horticulture: Fruit, vegetables, landscaping, cut flowers, plant nursery.
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Agri-Home: Working in the home and around the farm.
These placements are generally for periods from six months to one year. Dairy placements commence August 1;
other livestock, cropping, and horticulture placements commence October 1.
Oenology (wine) placements coincide with the New Zealand grape harvest, which commences around February - April.
Equine placements can be throughout the year, on various properties from eventing yards to stud farms to racing stables.