Food recall: Götzinger ham, beef products pulled over Listeria contamination risk
A popular grocery item has been pulled off shelves over contamination concerns.
An urgent food recall has been issued for several Gotzinger Smallgoods products following contamination concerns.
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) confirmed that Gotzinger Smallgoods has recalled its Sliced Roast Beef 1kg product after a detection of Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness.The company has also voluntarily withdrawn several other sliced products — Sliced Silverside 1kg, Champagne Ham Sliced 1kg, 4x4 Ham Sliced 1kg, and Provincial Ham Sliced 1kg — as a precautionary measure.
According to Gotzinger Smallgoods, these recalled items are part of its food service range and are not sold to retail. Despite limited public availability, the company said it initiated a public recall “in the interest of public safety.”
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Common symptoms of a listeria infection include fever, chills, and flu-like symptoms such as muscle aches, headaches and fatigue. Diarrhoea or an upset stomach may also occur.
“Consumers should not eat this product. Consumers should return the products to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice,” FSANZ said in a statement.
In a press release, Gotzinger Smallgoods said it was advised of the contamination by food safety authorities and responded immediately by withdrawing and recalling the affected products.
“We remain fully committed to the highest food safety standards and are reviewing our processes to ensure that our products and operations remain an exemplar in the industry,” the company said.
The affected products are:
- Sliced Roast Beef 1kg — all packages
- Sliced Silverside 1kg — all use by dates up to and including 20/12/2025
- 4x4 Ham Sliced 1kg — all use by dates up to and including 13/12/2025
- Champagne Ham Sliced 1kg — all use by dates up to and including 17/12/2025
- Provincial Ham Sliced 1kg — all use by dates up to and including 15/12/2025
Gotzinger emphasised that no other products from its range have been affected.
