Weekly Bird Flu Update in Western Australia

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Read the weekly updates on H5 bird flu provided by WA Government and the actions taken to minimise impacts and strengthen biosecurity measures.

First published: 30 July 2026

Last updated: 11 September 2026

If you see dead or sick birds or marine mammals showing signs of H5 bird flu, you should:

Avoid contact and keep your distance.
Record the date, time, location and take photos.
Report it to the 24-hour Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.

Find out more about the signs and how to report.

For more information, visit the Australian Government website at birdflu.gov.au

The Western Australian Government is providing weekly updates on H5 bird flu to keep the community informed about the current situation in WA.

These updates outline the actions being taken to prepare for and respond to bird flu, helping to minimise impacts on wildlife, communities, agricultural industries and the economy. They also provide information on surveillance, biosecurity measures and efforts to protect Western Australia’s unique environment and livestock industries.

WA’s weekly bird flu update (11 September 2026)

Current response: Level 2 under WA’s State Hazard Plan

Bird flu tests undertaken
This week: 33
Since 19 June: 480

Positive bird flu cases
This week: 0
Since 19 June: 10

There have been no additional positive cases this week.
All previous detections in Western Australia have been in migratory seabirds.
Biosecurity information for bird event organisers and bird exhibitors has been published to assist with reducing the risk of H5 bird flu at events.
The Cook Labor Government has committed $1.5 million towards the South West's first dedicated wildlife hospital to boost Western Australia's capacity to treat native wildlife, support rehabilitation efforts and strengthen the State's response to wildlife emergencies such as H5 bird flu.
Community information on H5 bird flu at public events is being rolled out, with recent displays at the Dowerin Machinery Field Days and Kalamunda Garden Show.
PPE is being distributed to wildlife rehabilitators to support their work with wildlife through enabling biosecurity measures.
Private veterinary practices are being engaged to help inform response planning and prepare veterinarians to continue to provide care for wild and domestic birds.
WA Health continues to monitor the situation, and the risk to humans remains low.
Properly prepared chicken meat and eggs are safe to eat.