09/04/2026
Do eggs need to be in the fridge in Australia ? The answer is Yes – in Australia, eggs should always be refrigerated.
Eggs are a fresh food product, which puts them at higher risk of contracting bacteria like Salmonella. Egg farmers carry out a number of measures to minimise the presence of Salmonella, ranging from cleaning farm sheds, cool storage and transportation of eggs, minimising egg temperature variations, separating out dirty and cracked eggs, or even washing and sanitising eggs.
We need to keep this quality control going from farm to table. Refrigeration slows down bacterial growth and helps maintain egg quality over time. It’s the best way to reduce the risk of foodborne illness and keep your eggs fresher for longer.