H5N1 avian influenza in WA

To report suspected avian influenza, call the Emergency Animal Disease hotline on 1800 675 888.

Veterinary practitioners are urged to remain alert following detection of the H5 strain of high pathogenicity avian influenza (H5 bird flu) in migratory seabirds in Western Australia and South Australia:

H5 bird flu industry stakeholder update 24 June 2026 - Energy Environment and Climate Action, Victoria State Government
H5 bird flu detection in Western Australia - Agriculture Victoria media release 20 June 2026
H5N1 avian influenza (H5 bird flu) - AgVic website
Bird flu (avian influenza) - Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Commonwealth Government
How you can prepare for potential arrival of H5N1 avian influenza in Victoria - Vetboard Victoria 2024

25 June 2026