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Overseas seasonal workers can quarantine on farms in the NT
Seasonal workers arriving from overseas can now undertake their fortnight of mandatory quarantine on farms in the Northern Territory, meaning they’ll no longer have to stay in costly government facilities.
Key points:
- Seasonal workers can quarantine on farms in the NT
- Growers will still need to abide by strict COVID management plans
- Industry has welcomed the news, but wishes it was allowed sooner
The move has been labelled a “shot in the arm” for struggling growers left with significant labour shortages in the wake of international travel restrictions — but the labourers will not be allowed to work while they quarantine.
Northern Territory Health Minister Natasha Fyles said health authorities could now approve on-farm quarantine…
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