The Australian Government is preparing for a highly contagious strain of bird flu that is not in Australia but has spread quickly across the world.
The Australian Government H5 bird flu resources aim to educate and raise awareness of the potential threat of this strain of bird flu to Australia.
These resources can be downloaded and printed out for display, or shared on your social media channels.
Posters
What you need to know about H5 avian influenza (bird flu) poster
What you need to know about H5 avian influenza (bird flu) - Pet birds and chickens poster
Bird flu toolkit for people who work with birds
Bird Flu - Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
Bird Flu - Kakadu National Park
Postcards
What you need to know about H5 avian influenza (bird flu) – chicken owner postcard
What you need to know about H5 avian influenza (bird flu) - nature postcard
Fact sheet
What you need to know about H5 avian influenza (bird flu) fact sheet
Preparing for H5 avian influenza (bird flu) - Advice for local governments
Social media content
These social media tiles can be used on your social media channels to raise awareness of H5 bird flu.
Migratory shore birds
Agriculture society and show birds
Magpie goose
Pet budgie
Backyard chickens
Suggested social media post
Australia remains free from the serious and highly contagious H5 strain of bird flu that has spread quickly across the world. It’s important to stay informed and prepared.
Here’s what you should know:
- What is H5 bird flu?
H5 bird flu is a viral disease that primarily affects birds but can sometimes infect other animals. The likelihood of humans becoming infected is low. - How has it spread to other countries?
H5 bird flu can spread through the movement of migratory birds. - How can you help?
If you keep pet birds or backyard chickens here’s some simple steps you can take to help:- Keep wild birds away from your birds by using netting or housing.
- Keep bird feed and water out of reach from wild birds.
- Keep aviaries and equipment clean.
Or if you find multiple dead birds or other animals, do not touch them. Instead, take photos or a video, record your location and report it to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.
Learn more: https://www.birdflu.gov.au
#Biosecurity #BirdFluReady #BirdFlu #AvianInfluenza
Videos
Video can be downloaded and embedded into websites or shared via social media channels and played on digital screens.
Avian influenza awareness – Keep a TopWatch!
Avian influenza and your backyard
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About us
This is a joint initiative by the Australian Government. It provides information on and raises awareness about bird flu and preparedness and response arrangements in Australia.