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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.
Key points:
- On June 30, Australia Post will cease the delivery of various perishable items and small goods
- Australia Post says it will meet with regulators and authorities to discuss the situation
- For producers who rely on the service – including those who have pivoted online amid the pandemic – it’s a crushing blow
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…
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