13 April 2021 - Otago Daily Times
The lure of a transtasman bubble and a reinvigorated hospitality sector may lead backpackers away from Central Otago orchards and vineyards, industry leaders warn.
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12 April 2021 - NewstalkZB
The Immigration Minister has defended the lack of migrant workers, saying the Government's doing everything it can.
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12 April 2021 - Radio New Zealand
Central Otago's horticulture sector fears fruit may be left to rot if a labour shortage isn't filled soon.
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8 April 2021 - Farmers Weekly
Apple orchardists are calling on the Government to start putting together a plan to allow Pacific Island workers to return later in the year.
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7 April 2021 - Stuff.co.nz
The apple industry is pleading for help as thousands of tonnes of fruit go to waste, devastating growers.
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