If you don't mind picking fruit you could head up to Cardwell, Ayr, Bowen, Innisfail or Tully and pick bananas. I was up that way about three weeks ago and was told there was plenty of work.
It's probably best to call one of the better hostels (Cardwell Backpackers, Codge Lodge - Innisfail, Banana Barracks - Tully, Bowen Backpackers) in advance to check on the work situation.
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