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Australia’s first detection of H5N1 Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) was confirmed on Saturday, 20 June 2026 in a migratory bird in the Cape Le Grand area, east of Esperance. A second bird found in the area has also tested positive for Bird Flu.
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is the Hazard Management Agency leading the State Bird Flu response, in collaboration with Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions and the Department of Health, with national coordination led by the Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF).
This webinar, delivered with DPIRD, will provide an overview of the current situation and outline tools available.
At this stage, the key messages from DPRID and DAFF for the community are:
- Avoid contact with sick or dead birds or wildlife
- Record what you see
- Report it to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.
For more information, visit the DPIRD website: Avian influenza.
This webinar is for Local Government only.
General enquiries about H5 Bird Flu can be emailed to [email protected]
Acknowledgement of Country
WALGA acknowledges the continuing connection of Aboriginal people to Country, culture and community. We embrace the vast Aboriginal cultural diversity throughout Western Australia, including Boorloo (Perth), on the land of the Whadjuk Nyoongar People, where WALGA is located and we acknowledge and pay respect to Elders past and present.