Summary

• The Dairy Labour Agreement supports Australia’s dairy industry by filling workforce shortages.
• It provides a pathway for skilled and semi-skilled dairy farm workers.
• Workers can progress to permanent residency through this agreement.

The Dairy industry is one of Australia’s most important agricultural sectors. However, many dairy farms face ongoing labour shortages, especially in regional areas. To address this, the Government has created the Dairy Labour Agreement.

This agreement allows dairy farmers to sponsor overseas workers in key roles, such as:

• Dairy Cattle Farm Operators
• Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Workers

Benefits of the Dairy Labour Agreement:

• Access to skilled workers from overseas.
• Opportunity for workers to transition to permanent residency.
• Helps dairy farms maintain productivity and growth.

For many migrants, the dairy labour agreement is a valuable pathway to live and work in regional Australia while supporting a vital industry.

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