2010 and the rule then was you had to do it straight away - i.e. stay there for 24 months, so I just didn't bother to do it at all. I severely regret that now! I was out there again in 2011 (but only on a tourist visa - got called aside by a "supervisor" at customs who for some reason had the impression I had the intention of working illegally!) and the people then were talking about this - some even mentioned being given the 2 years right at the start. I didn't do a lot of working (read 2 weeks in 9 months...) so I'd be good with that. I know a few people who negotiated with farmers saying they would stay and do the 3 months work during their second year as they had run out of time - a few were successful. You're right that it's highly illegal though - I wouldn't even consider it personally as I am aiming to get a skilled migrant visa in a few years time - getting caught doing that wouldn't but me in the best position! How hard is it to get a job there? The job that seems most appealing to me is hospitality work since I've had experience from it as a pot washer and its a decent way to make friends since your always working as a group. ( Originally Posted by bhoyjd ) How hard is it to get a job there? The job that