Anthony Albanese calls first H5N1 bird flu case ‘concerning’ as virus reaches Australia (opens original article in a new tab)

Australia confirmed its first H5N1 bird flu case in a migratory seabird, prompting government concern and preparedness measures as the virus spreads globally.

• Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese called the first H5N1 bird flu case 'concerning'
• A migratory seabird tested positive for H5N1 in Cape Le Grand National Park
• Australia was the last continent without a mainland H5N1 case until this detection
• Experts warn H5N1 could threaten native wildlife including endangered species