Australia news live: arrival of H5N1 bird flu a ‘genuine wildlife emergency’, experts say; fuel excise rebate extended for extra month
Experts warn that the arrival of the H5N1 bird flu in Australia poses a severe threat to native wildlife and could lead to extinctions. Conservation groups are calling for urgent government investment to develop response plans and protect endangered species.
Why it matters
The potential spread of H5N1 represents a significant ecological crisis that could permanently alter Australia's biodiversity and threaten unique species.
Kate Millar , chief executive of BirdLife Australia , said the significance for Australian wildlife of the arrival of H5N1 bird flu could not be overstated and it could be “the beginning of a long fight to protect birds and wildlife in Australia”:
The article reports on expert warnings and advocacy group funding requests without taking a political stance.
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