Scots will potentially be able to pick up plane tickets to Australia for as little as £10 after the start of a new tourism initiative by the country.
The South Australian Tourism Commission has launched a scheme which is intended to increase the number of adults coming into the country after the coronavirus pandemic.
As reported by the Liverpool ECHO, it is hoped the initiative will help fill employment gaps and boost tourism in Australia.
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Work is available for young adults in sectors such as hospitality and farms, as well as outback stations.
Beginning in May, Qatar Airways will provide 200 cheap return flights to Adelaide from Edinburgh, Manchester, Heathrow, and Dublin.
The scheme is similar to that of the mass migration initiative that was unveiled in 1945 called the "ten pound poms".
South Australian Minister for Tourism Zoe Bettison said: “South Australia is welcoming the return of working holidaymakers – it’s a real win-win for young people eager to travel and work abroad, and for our local tourism industry.
"Our tourism operators have missed having international visitors on their tours and experiences and booking up accommodation, and they’ve also missed the backpacker workforce and the vibrancy they bring.
“These backpackers foster a love for our state and our country which often inspires them to return later in life."
She continued: "Whether it’s in our bars, restaurants, wineries and hotels, or on our outback stations and farms, there are so many ways that British and Irish citizens can work in Adelaide and in regional South Australia, helping to not only fill roles but provide an economic and cultural exchange benefit which advantages both sides of the globe."
To be eligible for the initiative, you must be between the ages of 18 and 30, and prove that you have a working holiday visa and are able to travel to Adelaide before September 30, 2022.
In order to qualify, you also must pick up a holiday starter pack from Trailfinders from £162, which includes a three-night stay in a hostel, vouchers, and information on how to set up a bank account and find a job.
To learn more and to register interest, visit the Trailfinders website here.
