07/08/2026
New restrictions for flocks of 50 or more birds in Corangamite Shire. Increased surveillance as increase number of H5 bird flu cases.
A housing requirement is now in place for poultry flocks of 50 or more birds along the south of the state for an initial 14 days following recent detections of H5 bird flu. π
Poultry owners in these areas must house their birds or otherwise prevent contact with wild birds wherever practical.
Housing poultry is an additional risk mitigation option aimed at reducing exposure of poultry to infected wildlife. Wild birds are a known source of H5 bird flu.
Stringent biosecurity practices remain essential. If you notice unexplained illness or deaths in your birds, report it immediately to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.
Find out more about the housing requirement: π agriculture.vic.gov.au/birdflu