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BirdLife WA - Updates on H5 Bird Flu

Tuesday, 23 June 2026

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Updates on H5 Bird Flu

Visit this website for the latest information available from BirdLife Australia: https://birdlife.org.au/h5n1-avian-influenza

H5 bird flu (H5N1, a strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza) is an infectious disease that can affect wild, farmed and pet birds. The virus has now been detected in Australia. H5 bird flu is a nationally notifiable disease meaning if you suspect an animal is showing signs of the disease, you must report it immediately. This resource page will help you stay informed and up to date as the situation develops.