Kelly O'Dwyer’s response

We have listened to you.

The Turnbull Government will be undertaking a comprehensive review of seasonal workers, including working holiday maker visa holders.

We have also announced that under a re-elected Turnbull Government we will defer the start of the changes to treat all working holiday makers as non-residents for tax purposes from July 1 for six months, pending the outcome of the review process.

We recognise that working holiday makers are an important source of labour, and the review of working holiday makers will ensure our labour supply is adequate and Australia remains competitive globally.

Following feedback from you and industry experts, the review will consider agricultural and seasonal labour needs, overseas wages and taxes, and opportunities in agriculture and tourism.

In contrast Labor has said that they will implement the changes if they are elected, as outlined in the Shadow Treasurer’s speech at the National Press Club last year.

For full details of the Turnbull Government’s announcement, including the terms of reference, please follow the link: www.liberal.org.au

Kind regards,
Kelly