Oodla Wirra Quarantine Station

Oodla Wirra Quarantine Station, situated on the Barrier Highway in Oodla Wirra, South Australia, serves as a critical checkpoint to maintain the state's fruit fly-free status. Established in 1980, it inspects vehicles entering from New South Wales and Queensland, where fruit fly is endemic. The station operates 16 hours a day from September to May and 7.6 hours daily from June to August, ensuring that travelers dispose of restricted items like fruits and vegetables before entering South Australia. This proactive measure safeguards the state's horticultural industry from potential pest infestations.