Fruit and vegetable growers in Australia are under constant threat from fruit fly. This pest has the potential to destroy a multi-million dollar fruit export industry that is vital to the survival of regional communities. It can also prevent home gardeners from enjoying the fruits of their labour.

To help protect fruit and vegetable growing regions in South Australia, northern Victoria and southern New South Wales, areas of these states are protected by the Fruit Fly Exclusion Zone, the Greater Sunraysia Pest Free Area and Protected Areas in the Riverina. You cannot take fruit or fruiting vegetables into these areas.

You should not take any fruit or vegetables over the state border into South Australia.

Fines of up to $100,000 may apply.

Here is a  map of the Fruit Fly Exclusion Zone and other protected areas.

Here is a list of restricted produce that you cannot take into the Zone, Greater Sunraysia Pest Free Area or other Protected Areas.

Here is a handy guide to help you plan your journey.