Can I take specific foods interstate with me for personal use (e.g., frozen prawns or fruit?
Check with the Department of Primary Industry and your airline re: fruit fly issues, etc. With respect to food safety – as long as you have the relevant equipment to store the food appropriately, being on a plane should not increase the risk of contamination – e.g., frozen (ie, hard throughout) and protected (sealed/covered).
Check with the Department of Primary Industry and your airline before taking these foods interstate as there may be issues, e.g. fruit fly issues. With respect to food safety – as long as you have the relevant equipment to store the food appropriately, being in a plane, train or car should not increase the risk of contamination on the journey. More information on transporting foods safely e.g. frozen (ie, hard throughout) and protected (sealed/covered) can be accessed from Food safety in the home and in the community.
