Australia confirms first mainland case of H5N1 bird flu in wildlife
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed the first mainland case of the deadly H5N1 bird flu in Western Australia. A brown skua found at Cape Le Grand National Park tested positive for the disease, prompting increased surveillance. Officials are assessing the potential impact on native wildlife and ensuring no threat to poultry or agriculture exists.
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Published 20 Jun 2026, 01:14 UTC · Updated 20 Jun 2026, 01:30 UTC
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