High salaries are on offer for those who fly in, but as former site worker Vicky Pellowe learned, the lucrative lifestyle comes at a cost. But if done right, "FIFO can actually work really well for families," Vicky told Yahoo News. Right: Vicky Pellowe on site in Pilbara, Western Australia.) Desperate to help other FIFO families feel less alone, Vicky founded The FIFO Family Project, a WA‑based non‑profit organisation helping other families navigate the unique lifestyle. She arranges community meet-ups to connect FIFO families and help those at home feel less isolated while their partners are away for work.