The National Farmers’ Federation is making a pitch to school-leavers to take a gap year in regional Australia.

It’s hoped it will help address worker shortages.

Kayla Evans, AgCAREERSTART Project Manager, told Tom Elliott it was a great way for young Australians to travel, but also gain valuable work experience.

“All of our participants work full-time and get paid accordingly,” she said.

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