H5N1 bird flu detected in New Zealand as officials warn of inevitable spread
Two infected birds have been found in New Zealand, prompting warnings that the virus will become established and difficult to control.
H5N1 bird flu has been detected in New Zealand for the first time, with two cases discovered within days. Officials have briefed MPs that the virus is likely to become endemic and cannot be eradicated once established. Wildlife hospitals and the poultry and egg industries are preparing for the spread, though experts warn that efforts to contain it will ultimately require the country to learn to live with the disease.
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Otago Daily Times
Wildlife hospital on alert as H5 bird flu arrives
BusinessDesk
Egg and poultry industry on alert for spread of H5N1 bird flu virus
With the discovery of two birds infected with a deadly strain of avian virus in just two days, both public officials and poultry and egg farmers are preparing for its inevitable spread in New Zealand. Although they have been readying…
RNZ
Second bird flu case was actually the first, expert confirms
Wildlife veterinarian warns the country's lull in cases is unlikely to last, with NZ's only falcon the biggest cause for concern.
Otago Daily Times
Second discovered bird flu case came first, expert confirms
RNZ
H5N1 bird flu 'here to stay' once established, officials tell MPs
Representatives from the Ministry of Primary Industries and the Department of Conservation briefed MPs on Thursday on their containment plans.
RNZ
The House: We need to learn to live with bird flu, experts tell MPs
New Zealand will have to learn to live with bird flu, officials have told MPs this week.
NZ Herald
The House: We need to learn to live with bird flu, experts tell MPs
Officials say H5N1 is likely to become endemic in New Zealand.