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Stay, Work & Explore
North Queensland

Secure local farm work, make lifelong friends, and experience true North Queensland living - all in the heart of Innisfail.

Home

G’day and Welcome!

We’re your tropical home base while you explore the best of North Queensland! We’re tucked right in the middle of paradise, surrounded by rainforests, waterfalls, and the Great Barrier Reef. Whether you’re chasing adventure, a bit of sunshine, or just some chill vibes with new mates, you’ll find it all right here in Innisfail.

At The Shack, we’ve got everything you need to make your working holiday easy. We help you find local farm work — mostly in the banana industry — so you can earn some cash while soaking up the tropical lifestyle. Kick back after a day’s work, cook up a feed with your new crew – life’s good at the Backpackers Shack.

wifi Free Wi-Fi to keep in touch

Ensuites Ensuite dorms – no lining up here

Air Conditioning in every dorm Air-con in every domain to beat the heat

Car Parking Plenty of parking if you’ve got wheels

Local Farm Work On-site help finding local farm work

Laundry with washing machines & dryers

Shared Kitchen Big shared kitchen for feeds & snacks

24-hour security cameras

BBQ Chill BBQ area for cook-ups

Comfy Hangout Spots Comfy hangout spots

Town Swimming Pool Only 50 metres from the town pool

Close to Town Easy walk to the shops and cafes

Work hard, play harder!

FAQs

Got a question? Check out our FAQ – we’ve probably heard it before!

From finding work to what’s included in your stay, we’ve got all the answers to help you get settled at the Backpackers Shack.

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