Milk sold at IGA and independent retailers recalled over E. coli contamination in SA

Milk sold in independent retailers including IGA stores has been urgently recalled in South Australia .

The batch of Tweedvale Dairies reduced fat milk was contaminated with E. coli, the recall said.The affected 1L and 2L bottles of Tweedvale Reduced Fat Milk will display the use by date: 21/10/2026.

“Consumers should not eat this product,” the Food Standards Australia recall said.

“Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.”

Consumers can return the affected milks to the place of purchase for a full refund.

E. coli ( Escherichia coli ) naturally occurs in the gut, but not all strains of the microbe are harmless.

“There are many strains (types) of E. coli. Some types of E. coli bacteria can make you sick,” according to Health Direct .

“These harmful types are a common cause of bacterial diarrhoea. Some types can cause serious illness.”

Symptoms of an E. coli infection usually affect the stomach and intestines, and commonly include watery diarrhoea which may contain blood, stomach cramps or pain, nausea and vomiting, mild fever, or tiredness, according to Health Direct.

“These symptoms usually start 1 to 10 days after exposure to the bacteria,” it said.

Symptoms usually pass after a week but serious complications can include organ damage and sepsis.

You should see your doctor if you are severely dehyrdrated or if you have watery diarrhoea more than six times a day, diarrhoea that isn’t improving or is getting worse, bloody diarrhoea, a high fever, severe abdominal pain, or signs of a urinary tract infection, according to Health Direct.