First detection of deadly H5N1 bird flu confirmed in Victoria
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Source: The Age
Published: 2026-07-30 16:23 UTC+10:00
Section: National / Victoria
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Australia
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Authorities in Victoria are increasing surveillance of wild animal populations after the detection of the state’s first case of the potentially catastrophic new strain of H5N1 bird flu.
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