High pathogenicity H5N1 avian influenza (H5 bird flu) has been confirmed in migratory seabirds on Australia's southern coast.
New South Wales is currently responding to a suspected positive case of H5 bird flu at Hawks Nest as a result of a Hotline report. Confirmatory testing is underway.
The NSW Government is reminding poultry producers that on-farm biosecurity practices are crucial to protect the health of their flocks.
If you see multiple sick or dead birds or other animals, do not touch them.
Avoid contact. Record what you see. Report it to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888 from anywhere in Australia.
Monitor the current H5N1 Avian influenza situation in NSW.
Visit Bird flu (Avian influenza) - DAFF for the current situation in Australia.
Animal biosecurity
What is biosecurity?
Agricultural biosecurity emergencies are caused when pests (including locusts), diseases and weeds have a negative impact on the economy, local environment and community.
The NSW Government helps people prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies affecting all animals and plants, both land and water.
- NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is the appointed combat agency for biosecurity emergencies.
- Local Land Services works with local communities to tackle biosecurity threats.
How you can help
We all play a role in preventing and preparing for biosecurity emergencies. Biosecurity is a set of preventative measures designed to reduce the risks of infectious disease transmission to and among livestock.
It means doing everything you can to reduce the chances of an infectious disease being carried onto your farm/property by people, animals, equipment or vehicles. It's your responsibility to:
- plan before an emergency
- act during an emergency
- recover after an emergency.
Protecting your farm against biosecurity threats
Current biosecurity programs and projects
Feral Pig and Pest Program
The 2024-25 $13.1 million Feral Pig and Pest Program supports landholders to control feral pigs and other priority pest animal species.
Good Neighbours Program
This $10 million program protects the NSW economy, environment and community by investing in pest and weed management at the boundaries between public and private land.
Safeguarding Lord Howe Island world heritage area
This project demonstrates the value of partnership in biodiversity and biosecurity management for ongoing conservation and threatened species protection.
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