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Australia reports first suspected case of H5 bird flu in WA

Australia detected its first suspected case of the H5 bird flu in Western Australia. The highly contagious strain has never been seen in the country before, raising concerns as it has led to severe disease and high mortality rates in affected animals globally. Authorities urge the public to report any sightings of sick or dead birds.

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Published 19 Jun 2026, 07:16 UTC · Updated 19 Jun 2026, 07:20 UTC

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