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First detected mammal case of H5 bird flu in Australia

Aug, 24 2026 | News Type

First detected mammal case of H5 bird flu in Australia

The detection of H5 bird flu in a long-nosed fur seal is the first in a mammal in Australia and provides an early indication of the challenges H5 bird flu could present for Australian wildlife.

H5 bird flu wildlife mortality events highlight ongoing challenge for Australian wildlife

Aug, 5 2026 | News Type

H5 bird flu wildlife mortality events highlight ongoing challenge for Australian wildlife

Local transmission of H5 bird flu in wild birds and the confirmation of a mass mortality event on South Australia's south-east coast marks a new phase in Australia's response to...
Mob led two-way learning educates about H5 bird flu

May, 6 2026 | News Type

Mob led two-way learning educates about H5 bird flu

A mob led gathering has provided an opportunity for a two-way learning with local Aboriginal community members to highlight bird flu risks.

Inclusive collaboration underpins release of national guidance on chlamydia vaccination for koalas

Feb, 22 2026 | News Type

Inclusive collaboration underpins release of national guidance on chlamydia vaccination for koalas

WHA coordinated an inclusive and collegial collaboration process for development of the National guidance for vaccination of koalas against chlamydia. 

Behind the science – International Day of Women and Girls in STEM

Feb, 10 2026 | News Type

Behind the science – International Day of Women and Girls in STEM

Women across WHA who play essential roles in enabling and strengthening science are being recognised as part of this year’s International Day of Women and Girls in STEM.

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