The Australian hospitality sector employs more than 121,700 serving staff, emphasising their potential influence on food safety. These frontline staff play a significant role as the last line of defence, making them worthy candidates for the position of Food Safety Supervisor. The appointment of a...

An annual report produced by Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has revealed some of Australia’s most impactful food safety accomplishments from the last 12 months, as well as some ongoing concerns. Read on to discover key report findings that illustrate Australia's evolving food safety...

Perth offers a rich culinary experience with a variety of fresh produce, excellent wines, and numerous restaurants. From exclusive European cuisine in Victoria Park, to budget-friendly meals in Northbridge’s Chinatown district, the city really does cater for everyone. While Perth’s food...

South Australia has been grappling with a significant rise in rotavirus infections over the last year. According to data from SA Health, the number of cases has doubled, with hundreds of cases reported across the state. This increase is a serious cause for concern, given the highly contagious...

Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) recently released the results of a comprehensive survey concerning patulin levels in apple juice and other apple products. This survey was conducted in response to a recall of several apple juice products in 2020 due to high patulin levels. The goal was...

If you work in the hospitality industry, you're probably familiar with the importance of maintaining high standards of food safety. In Australia, ensuring that food is prepared, handled and served in a safe and hygienic manner is not just a best practice; it's a legal requirement imposed by Food...

Food retail is big business in Australia, the supermarket and grocery store sector alone generated more than $100 billion (AUD) in revenue last year and currently employs around 434,000 people. When you consider the sheer number of food handling processes involved in keeping a sector of this size...

Australians love coffee, and with 52,000 cafes to choose from nationwide, it isn’t hard for consumers to get their caffeine fix. These establishments aren’t just about beverages though, cafes and coffee shops are becoming a destination for food lovers too, with menus now expanding beyond the usual...

All Australian businesses that prepare and serve food must appoint a Food Safety Supervisor. This means that at least one employee per location must have completed nationally recognised training and hold a Statement of Attainment for the Food Safety Supervisor skillset. The Food Safety Supervisor...

The food truck trend has gathered serious momentum over the last decade. So much so that the Australian Mobile Food Vendors Group estimates that there are currently more than 5,000 food trucks in operation throughout Australia. To protect their growing customer base, it’s imperative that food...