I have worked with back packers too. They are inherently cagey and wont do anymore that is expected from them! People just have to realise, that if you can make the boss get a profit, you will have a job! As much as I agree with most things Pintohoo has said, I still believe given money thru centrelink is destroying the moral and sense of responsibility of our young people. I know employers don't want work for the dole candidates but just say we did have that and the employers reject them and ask for others, they then have to work in sheltered workshops. At least its better than giving them money for nothing. I spoke to a friend who runs a sheltered workshop and he believes he could take as many people as the government could give him and still find things for them to do.
