Research and analysis

Avian influenza (bird flu) in Australia

Preliminary outbreak assessment for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in poultry in Australia.

• From: Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs and Animal and Plant Health Agency
• Published: 24 June 2024
• Last updated: 5 July 2024 — See all updates

Documents

30 June 2024: Highly pathogenic avian influenza (H7N3, H7N9 and now H7N8) in poultry in Australia

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17 June 2024: Highly pathogenic avian influenza (H7N3 and H7N9) in poultry in Australia

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Details

Preliminary outbreak assessment for HPAI (H7N3 and H7N9) in poultry in Australia. 

We monitor any major, notifiable or new and emerging animal disease outbreaks worldwide. When we become aware of a new animal disease outbreak in the UK or another country, we may carry out a preliminary outbreak assessment. 

Read our avian influenza (bird flu) detailed guidance for information about how to spot the disease, what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent it. 

Published 24 June 2024
Last updated 5 July 2024 + show all updates

1. 5 July 2024

   Added 30 June 2024 report detailing further outbreaks in Australia.

2. 24 June 2024

   First published.