Producers ‘devastated’ as Australia Post decides to stop delivering perishable food

Australia Post’s decision to no longer deliver perishable food items has “devastated” producers around the country, many of whom rely solely on the service.

The government-owned company announced that from June 30 it would no longer carry items such as meats, seafood, eggs or frozen meals because of complex food safety and regulatory requirements across states and territories.

That is a heavy blow for growers…