Fruit fly restrictions in parts of the Hills and home composting
Some areas within the Adelaide Hills Council are currently affected by fruit fly restrictions under PIRSA’s (Department of Primary Industries and Regions SA) yellow suspension zone.
If you live in an affected area (see map below), there are important rules to follow when disposing of fruit and vegetable waste.
Affected areas:
Affected areas in the Adelaide Hills Council include:
- Aldgate
- Basket Range
- Crafers
- Montacute
- Norton Summit
- Paracombe
- Stirling
- Summertown
- Upper Sturt
- Uraidla
Don’t compost restricted fruit and vegetables
To help stop the spread of fruit fly, do not compost or bury any restricted fruit and vegetables. These items can attract fruit flies and provide the perfect environment for them to lay eggs.
What you can’t compost:
Restricted items include:
- Apples
- Bananas
- Citrus
- Stonefruit
- Berries
- Avocados
- Capsicum
What to do instead:
- If you have a green bin: Place all restricted fruit and vegetable waste in the green bin.
- If you don’t have a green bin: Seal the waste in two plastic bags and place it in your blue (general waste) bin.
Following these rules is essential to protect local gardens, orchards and food production from fruit fly.