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Identifying and Mapping Hendra virus

​Hendra virus (HeV) was first described in 1994 following the outbreak of a novel disease fatally affecting horses and humans in south-east Queensland. Sporadic outbreaks  in Queensland and north-…
04 November 2019 - Last modified

Pest Profile: Hendra virus

This year commemorates 30 years since Hendra virus was identified in horses in Australia. To date, the virus has only been reported in horses in Queensland and New South Wales and never outside of Australia. In recognition of this, let’s shine the spotlight on Hendra virus.Hendra virus is a…
29 November 2024 - Last modified

Identifying and Mapping Hendra Virus

DownloadDocumentPagesFile sizeIdentifying and mapping Hend​ra virus PDF 248 KBIf you have difficulty accessing this file, please visit web accessibility.Online version​​​BackgroundHendra…
04 November 2019 - Last modified

Hendra virus

The information and links on this page give you access to the latest advice from key agencies about Hendra virus. Current situation Since 1994, Hendra virus (HeV) has been the cause of death in over 100 horses. Most cases have been the result of spillover infection from flying-foxes. Others have…
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Identifying and Mapping Hendra Virus Strain Diversity (Stage 1)

DownloadDocumentPagesFile sizeIdentifying and mapping hendra virus strain diversity DOC 1106 KBIf you have difficulty accessing this file, please visit web accessibility.Online version​…
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Fruit fly economic studies

Queensland fruit fly (Bactrocera tryoniI 'Qfly') and Mediterranean fruit fly (Ceratitis capitata 'Medfly') are among the world’s worst horticultural pests, affecting a wide range of host plants throughout Australia. The horticultural industry estimates fruit flies cost Australia hundreds of…
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Strengthening Australia’s Fruit Fly System Research Program

The Strengthening Australia’s Fruit Fly System Research Program (the Research Program) is an initiative under the Intergovernmental Agreement on Strengthening Australia’s Fruit Fly Management System. The program funds research and development projects to support the delivery of an enhanced and…
03 March 2022 - Last modified

One Health collaboration counters the threat of zoonotic diseases

Today is World Zoonoses Day, and Australia continues to invest in One Health approaches to combat the emergence and spread of zoonoses – diseases that can spread from animals to humans.This year also marks the 30th anniversary of the emergence of a significant zoonotic virus in Australia, Hendra…
13 November 2024 - Last modified

AWHN OIE Report 2005

DownloadDocumentPagesFile sizeAWHN OIE Report 2005 PDF 776 KBIf you have difficulty accessing this file, please visit web accessibility.Online version​​Other ‘non listed’ diseases of…
04 November 2019 - Last modified

Animal pests and diseases

Australia is free of the world's worst animal diseases such as foot-and-mouth disease and avian influenza H5N1. Animal pests and diseases are a major threat to Australia's livestock and poultry industries and an outbreak could impact on our access to export markets and undermine livelihoods. Exotic…
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We acknowledge the continuous connection of First Nations Traditional Owners and Custodians to the lands, seas and waters of Australia. We recognise their care for and cultivation of Country. We pay respect to Elders past and present, and recognise their knowledge and contribution to the productivity, innovation and sustainability of Australia’s agriculture, fisheries and forestry industries.

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