Food Safety Information Council (Australia)

06/08/2026

Just don’t eat wild mushrooms it’s not worth the risk https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-06/mushroom-foragers-warn-about-unreliable-id-apps/106994906

Foraging for mushrooms might be romantic, but experts warn assumed knowledge could be deadly.

05/08/2026

Don’t dumpster dive for food, there’s a reason it’s in the bin and it’s unrefrigerated https://www.realestate.com.au/news/brisbane-couple-saves-2m-dumpster-diving-and-living-frugally/

An Australian family who has saved millions living frugally, including dumpster diving for food, say their unconventional lifestyle could help some buy a home faster.

02/08/2026

UPDATE: Food Recall Alert - Auxico (Perth) Pty Ltd - LGM HOT CHILLI OIL 275G

Auxico (Perth) Pty Ltd has updated their recall to expand the affected Best Before Dates.

Date marking: All Best Before dates up to and including 23/01/27

For more information see: https://www.foodstandards.gov.au/food-recalls/recall-alert

22/07/2026

Foraging for wild food is dangerous check out this advice from our Scientific Director Julian Cox https://www.miragenews.com/fan-of-foraging-food-scientist-explains-dangers-1714045/

Foraging comes with significant safety risks, says UNSW food microbiologist.From wild mushrooms to native greens, more Australians are embracing

17/07/2026

Food Recall Alert - Truong Ton Group - Vietnamese Sausage 500g

Truong Ton Group are conducting a recall of the above product. This recall only applies to those product(s) that does not declare the allergen listed below. The product has been available for sale in Asian Grocery Stores in VIC.

All use-by dates up to and including 25/08/2026

The recall is due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (Wheat).

For more information see: https://www.foodstandards.gov.au/.../Pages/default.aspx

17/07/2026

Check out our advice on what to avoid eating when travelling overseas, especially in countries without safe drinking water https://www.delicious.com.au/food-files/news-articles/article/safe-eat-salad-overseas-top-travel-food-safety-tips/wp4ygnf5?r=foodfiles

Is it safe to eat salad? Can you have ice in your drink? What about meat? Here’s what to eat and what to avoid on your next overseas trip.

16/07/2026

Doing a Christmas in July? Check out out turkey advice https://www.foodsafety.asn.au/turkey-defrosting-and-cooking-safely/

Turkeys can be big birds and a big problem if you don’t have a plan, so before buying a huge frozen turkey, read the label! Big turkeys take several days to defrost in the fridge, not to mention hours to cook properly, so think whether you really need one a whole, big one. Ask yourself... Read Mor...

15/07/2026

Check out our advice on how to keep you're water bottles clean (and perhaps share the advice with your colleagues!) https://www.nine.com.au/lifestyle/homes/water-bottles-how-to-clean-expert-tips-20260713-p60ewu.html

While the risk of getting sick from your water bottle is “not huge”, it’s still important to prevent bacteria from multiplying and mould from growing. Cleaning the bottle regularly will also prevent bad odours developing inside the vessel.

14/07/2026

Not long until the AIFST Convention

Just 2 weeks to go until – the Annual AIFST Convention!

Don’t miss your chance to:
🔹 Discover invaluable networking opportunities
🔹 Enhance your knowledge and professional skills
🔹 Forge new collaborations and partnerships
🔹 Stay ahead of the latest industry trend

Join us and our incredible event partners for AIFST26 – Grow. Learn. Connect. Champion. on 27 and 28 July in Melbourne.

Explore the full technical program, meet our speakers, plan your networking — and make time to visit foodpro!

Visit the Convention page for more details: https://www.aifst.asn.au/AIFST-2026

We can’t wait to see you there - register today and be part of the conversation shaping the future of food science and technology!

14/07/2026

Tasmanian Mountain Waters Exp - Mt Ossa Australian Spring Water - 10L

Tasmanian Mountain Waters Exp are conducting a recall of the above product. The product has been available for sale in Woolworths in NSW and QLD only.

Date Marking: Best Before 15/06/2028

The recall is due to microbial (Mould) contamination.

For more information see: https://www.foodstandards.gov.au/.../Pages/default.aspx