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Australia faces its first H5N1 bird flu case on mainland, prompting wildlife emergency warnings, while fuel excise rebate is extended for an additional month.

• H5N1 bird flu detected in mainland Australia for first time
• Wildlife experts warn of potential for significant wildlife deaths and extinctions
• Fuel excise rebate extended for another month