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Listeria in food

Listeria in food What is it?

• Listeria monocytogenes (Listeria) is a type of bacteria commonly found in soil, water, sewage and the gut of animals
• Listeria can grow in cold conditions, even in refrigerated food

• Listeria can cause an illness called listeriosis
• Listeriosis is rare but for pregnant women, the elderly and people with weak immune systems the illness can be serious and fatal
• Listeria may cause pregnant women to miscarry or the baby can be born prematurely or stillborn
• Even a small amount of Listeria in food can cause illness
• Eating foods contaminated with Listeria is the most common way of contracting the illness. Listeria is tolerant…

  Published 2 October 2025

Amendment 92

Amendment 92 Download: Amendment 92 [ pdf ] Amendment 92 contains amendments to the following Standards in theAustralia New ZealandFood Standards Code: 1.3.4 - Identity and Purity1.4.2 - Maximum Residue Limits (Australia only)1.5.1 - Novel Foods1.5.2 - Food Produced using Gene Technology4.5.1 - Wine Production Requirements (Australia only) The Applications under which these amendments are made are as follows:

• Application A549 - Food derived from High Lysine Corn LY038
• Application A573 - Water Use in Winemaking - Amendment to Permitted Level
• Application A578 - Isomaltulose as a Novel Food
• Application A586 - Maximum Residue Limits (July, August, September 2006)
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  Published 9 August 2013

Amendment 60

Amendment 60 [ PDF 366kb ] Amendment 60 contains amendments to the following Standards in the Food Standards Code: Volume 1

Standard A1 - Labelling and Advertising Standard A11 - Specifications for Identity and Purity of Food Additives, Processing Aids, Vitamins. Minerals and Other Added Nutrients Standard A14- Maximum Residue Limits Standard A16 - Processing Aids Standard A18 - Food produced using Gene Technology Standard A19 - Novel Foods Standard G2 - Margarine Standard G5 - Table Spreads

Table of Contents Standard 1.1.1 - Preliminary Provisions - Application, Interpretation and General prohibitions Standard 1.1.3 - Transitional and Temporary Standards Standard 1.2.3 -…

Published 9 May 2013

Call for comment on a new type of food additive

Call for comment on a new type of food additive Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is calling for comment on an Application to allow a new type of additive under the Food Standards Code. FSANZ CEO Mark Booth said the additive is sourced from a particular type of mushroom called 'sweet osmanthus ear', if approved, it would be used to preserve non-alcoholic drinks. “Extracts from the mushroom (known as jelly mushroom glycolipids) are used to protect food from common yeasts, moulds and bacteria that may grow over time. “We carried out a safety assessment and found it is safe for use based on the proposed maximum permitted levels the Application calls for. “To help people make informed choices about their food, mandatory labelling requirements apply and this food additive will need to be declared on the ingredients list,” Mr Booth said. To…

Published 6 August 2020

Big Shed Brewing Concern Pty Ltd - Mango Sour Beer 24 x 375ml

Big Shed Brewing Concern Pty Ltd - Mango Sour Beer 24 x 375ml Big Shed Brewing Concern Pty Ltd is conducting a recall of the above product. The product has been available for sale at Bars and independent bottleshops in NSW, ACT, QLD, SA and available online nationally. Date Marking: Best Before 07 09 2023 Problem:  The recall is due to secondary fermentation. Food Safety Hazard:  Food products containing excess alcohol and carbonation may cause illness/injury if consumed. What to do:  Consumers should not drink or open this product, and should dispose of it safely. Please contact Big Shed Brewing Concern Pty Ltd for safe disposal instructions and to arrange for reimbursement. For further information please contact: Big…

Published 19 May 2023

White Lies Brewing Company - Hazy Craze Sessions, 500mL

White Lies Brewing Company - Hazy Craze Sessions, 500mL White Lies Brewing Company Pty Ltd is conducting a recall of the above product. The product has been available for sale at First Choice Liquor and Sumner and Seventeen Mile Rocks taprooms in QLD. Date Marking: Best Before: 01022025  Problem:  The recall is due to secondary fermentation. Food safety hazard:  Food products containing excess alcohol and carbonation may cause illness/injury if consumed. What to do:  Consumers should not drink or open this product, and should dispose of it safely. Please contact White Lies Brewing Company for safe disposal instructions and reimbursement. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice. For further…

Published 1 June 2024

Exotic Bazaar- Persian Love Cake Baking Kit- Original and Gluten Free 420g

Exotic Bazaar- Persian Love Cake Baking Kit- Original and Gluten Free 420g Exotic Bazaar is conducting a recall of the above products. The products have been available for sale at their online store nationally. Date Marking: Best Before July 2024 Problem: The recall is due to Mould growth found in the 15ml rosewater bottle. Food safety hazard: microbial contamination (mould) What to do: Consumers should not drink or open this product and should dispose of it safely. Please contact Exotic Bazaar for safe disposal instructions and reimbursement. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.  For further information: Exotic Bazaar…

Published 12 January 2024