28/05/2026
ACRATH Migrant Support Worker Carla CheFidelia Carla Chung recently visited Warrnambool to meet with Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme workers, who continue to be a growing and essential part of the local agricultural, dairy, and meat processing industries. These workers, primarily from Timor-Leste, Fiji and Vanuatu, are addressing regional labour shortages and contributing significantly to the local economy. Currently, approximately 410 Timorese people are employed by The Midfield Group in the Warrnambool area.
During her visit, Carla participated in the Celebration and Mass presided over by Father Lawrie O’Toole marking the 24th anniversary of the Restoration of Independence of Timor-Leste (20 May 2002 – 20 May 2026). The event was attended by Her Excellency, the Ambassador of Timor-Leste to Australia, and members of the local Timorese community. Following the celebration, the Ambassador visited The Midfield Group, where they met with company owners and management, and had the opportunity to observe the Timorese workers in their roles.
Carla engaged directly with the workers, offering support for their well-being, providing information about their safety and rights, and worked to strengthen connections between the Midfields Group Welfare Officer, the workers and representatives from Timor-Leste.
The celebration was also attended by workers from other countries, including Indonesia, the Philippines, Fiji, Taiwan and Vanuatu.
Photo: 📸Thankyou
