What you can do

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About bird flu

What is bird flu and how does it spread.

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Human health

Staying safe when handling birds.

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Protect your birds

Simple steps you can take to help protect your backyard poultry and other birds.

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Poultry farmers

On-farm biosecurity measures for poultry producers.

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Vets

Vets play a critical role in early detection and reporting of bird flu.

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Wildlife

Information for wildlife carers and how the community can help protect Australia's unique wildlife.

What we are doing

Learn about our surveillance programs and how the government is preparing.

See what we are doing to prepare for bird flu

Resources for bird flu

Resources to educate and raise awareness of H5 bird flu.

Download fact sheets and other bird flu resources

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Keep up to date

Whether you keep one chicken or a whole flock, Poultry Post is your go-to newsletter for biosecurity tips, H5 bird flu updates and expert advice to keep your birds safe.

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Reporting bird flu

If you notice multiple sick or dead birds or other animals, you should not touch them or get too close. Record your location and report it to the 24-hour Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.