Bird flu detection 'a distant concern' for Victoria, industry says
The Victorian Farmers Federation described the recent detection of the H5 bird flu variant in Western Australia as a 'distant concern.' Despite the discovery of the virus in a bird near Esperance, industry leaders remain confident in their biosecurity measures and preparedness. Authorities continue to investigate additional cases as millions of birds worldwide face the threat of infection.
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Published 21 Jun 2026, 04:50 UTC · Updated 21 Jun 2026, 05:00 UTC
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