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Avian influenza — on 13 June 2025, Agriculture Victoria announced that the February 2025 outbreak of high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) H7N8 in northern Victoria had been successfully eradicated.
National Biosecurity Week 2025 (25–31 August) highlights the vital role biosecurity plays in protecting Australia’s environment, economy, and way of life. Discover practical ways to get involved and explore free resources for individuals, educators, and communities.
Avian influenza — on 13 June 2025, Agriculture Victoria announced that the February 2025 outbreak of high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) H7N8 in northern Victoria had been successfully eradicated.
As part of AHA’s and members’ commitment to fulfilling shared obligations under the Emergency Animal Disease Response Agreement (EADRA) it is AHA’s responsibility to offer training to representatives of our members so they are able to effectively participate on the national committees in the event of an emergency animal disease (EAD). We’ve put together a […]
The focus for AHA this month is on wrapping up the previous financial year and as well as planning and setting goals for the new year. I wanted to extend my thanks to those that attended our General Meeting and approved the subscription increase as part of our Annual Operating Plan budget for the next […]
The Emergency Animal Disease Hotline (also known as ‘the EAD Hotline’), 1800 675 888, is a national toll-free telephone number that connects callers to the relevant state or territory animal health authority to report concerns about potential emergency animal diseases (EADs).
AHA would like to thank NSW Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO), Sarah Britton for her leadership, expertise and support during her tenure, and wish her all the very best as she moves on from NSW DPI. Sarah joined NSW DPI in 2013 whilst still owning her own veterinary clinic in Orange NSW. Within two days of […]
There is still a fair bit of discussion on the latest federal government budget announcements, including the addition of a new biosecurity protection levy. Dr Samantha Allan and I were questioned at budget estimates on 29 May with the main line of questioning around our members’ thoughts (particularly industry) on this levy. As a representative […]
NAHTRG might be a term some of our members are familiar with, but the purpose of the group and what they do may be less known. The National Animal Health Training Reference Group (NAHTRG) provides advice and helps to identify national EAD and biosecurity emergency preparedness and response training priorities, which is an important part […]
The heart of tropical Cairns, Queensland, played host to a significant event in the ongoing development of our biosecurity emergency preparedness. The National Biosecurity Response Team (NBRT) held a dynamic two-day cadet workshop, bringing together participants from the Biosecurity Queensland Branch and the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF). The workshop, delivered by Craig […]
In its 30th year and to coincide with the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) 90th Annual General Session in Paris, the Animal Health in Australia (AHiA) Annual Report has been released showcasing how Australia’s enviable animal health systems are protecting our $34 billion livestock industries and world class animal based products. The report is […]
Australia’s biosecurity system is a cornerstone of our nation’s health, environment, and economy. The recent LLI (Liaison – Livestock Industry) training workshop, held in South Australia, served as an essential platform to empower this critical system when needed during disease outbreaks. At the heart of the workshop, we had Ben Byrne, Head of Training at […]
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