date:Sep 18, 2018
Last week, sewing needles were found in punnets of strawberries purchased in five states or territories - the latest in Tasmania.
Australian police believe a disgruntled farm worker is to blame for the cases in Queensland, but said copycats may be responsible in other states.
Foodstuffs said it was confident there was no product in its stores that have been affected by the Australian action. But the company said for added reassurance it elected to halt distribution of Australian strawberries.