Tourism Australia is encouraging 18–30-year-olds in the UK to apply for a Working Holiday Maker visa.
The visa allows Brits aged 18-30 the opportunity to continue their career momentum whilst enjoying an extended stay in Australia for a period of up to three years.
In a study revealed by Censuswide, a research company commissioned by Tourism Australia, 55% of young Brits are considering quitting their jobs in 2022, with 1 in 5 planning to travel and work abroad this year.
Data also shows that 57% of young Brits would consider travelling to Australia as working holidaymakers.
With Australia’s borders having reopened in February, short-term work opportunities in sectors such as hospitality and tourism are readily available once again.
Earlier in the year, the Australian government announced changes to the Working Holiday Maker programme.
The update to the visa now allows working holidaymakers to work for the same employer or organisation for more than the previous cap of six months until 31st December 2022.
Commenting on the findings, Sally Cope, Regional General Manager for Tourism Australia in the UK & Northern Europe said, “Our study reveals that young Brits are not only seeking a better work/life balance, they’re seeking new and extended adventures that mean they can explore the world for longer periods at a time.
“Working while travelling in Australia not only means living in some of the most breathtaking destinations on earth, it’s also a chance to add new skills to your CV.
“There are thousands of employment positions up for grabs in some of our most iconic sites; from tropical destinations, such as the Whitsunday Islands and Cairns where you can swap your boardroom best for boardshorts, to the Red Centre, where you can learn more about our incredible Aboriginal heritage, to our famous cities.
“There are so many exciting opportunities available to young Brits, and we can’t wait to show them what it means to work and play, the Aussie way.”
Since the Australian Government announced in November 2021 that Working Holiday Makers could return to Australia, the number of visas young Brits have received has reached 79% of those given out in the same period prior to the pandemic.
Globally, the UK has had the highest number of visas given out of any country.
Working Holiday Makers to Australia will experience around 2,800 annual hours of sunshine while exploring beautiful beaches, delicious food, copious amounts of wineries and unique wildlife.
For more information visit, Australia.com/workingholiday.
