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National Farmers' Federation

Regional Impacts of Working Holiday Makers Report

Australia has the most desired WHM visa program in the world, attracting over 200,000 WHMs every year to work, travel and live around Australia. Starting in 1975, the WHM program aimed to attract travellers on temporary visas to bridge labour shortages and increase cultural and social exchange. WHMs are often skilled, with 63% of them working full-time in their country of origin. WHMs work and earn money, contributing to the labour market and economy. The Australian labour force and tourism industries get a boost, and WHMs get paid to travel. Globally, there are about 7 million potential WHMs.

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