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AHA facilitates partnerships between governments & livestock industries to protect animal health and the sustainability of Australia’s livestock industry.

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28/10/2026

📸 A snapshot from today’s LLI Workshop in Wollongbar!

This NSW Government-hosted session is a great example of how industry and government can train together to prepare for emergency animal disease (EAD) responses. Thanks to all participants for contributing your time, expertise, and commitment to protecting Australia’s livestock industries.

27/10/2026

🎉 We’re live in Wollongbar for the Liaison – Livestock Industry (LLI) Workshop!

This NSW Government-hosted event brings together industry leaders in a scenario-based training environment.

It’s all about strengthening our emergency animal disease (EAD) response—through partnership, preparation, and shared expertise.

26/10/2026

Australia's biosecurity champion for the pig industry shares her advice

Winner of the 2025 Australian Biosecurity Award (Industry), Dr Kirsty Richards has dedicated her career to strengthening biosecurity across the pig industry.

In this article, she shares practical tips, key lessons from the field, and the actions producers can take today to help protect their businesses and the wider industry.

Read her advice and learn what every pig producer should know: https://bit.ly/3WzeEEc

(Photo: Dr Kirsty Richards, winner of the Australian Biosecurity Award (Industry) 2025)

21/10/2026

How is bluetongue virus distribution changing across Australia? 🦟🐄

The graphic below shows how bluetongue virus distribution has shifted over time, along with the latest surveillance results from the 2024–25 season.

Understanding these changes helps industry track arbovirus risk and supports Australia’s market access.

Read the NAMP Annual Report 👉 https://bit.ly/4fUuVv8

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20/10/2026

H5 bird flu mainly affects birds. If you own pet birds or backyard poultry, there are simple ways you can help look after your animals.

Know what you can do to keep your chickens and birds safe.

If you suspect H5 bird flu, report it. Call the 24-hour Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/4itdSRL

15/10/2026

Early detection. Better decisions. Stronger biosecurity.

Join us for the second NABRDES Biosecurity Research Showcase webinar and hear the latest research helping Australia's livestock industries prepare for and manage biosecurity risks.

Topics include:
• novel disease detection tools
• biosecurity practices in livestock transport
• industry-led approaches to enhance biosecurity standards.

Don't miss the opportunity to hear directly from researchers and industry leaders and ask your questions during the live Q&A.

📅 Monday 19 October 2026
⏰ 11:00 am AEDT
💻 Online

Register now: https://bit.ly/47dTg9S

12/10/2026

🔬 How can research help strengthen Australia's animal biosecurity system?

Join the next NABRDES Biosecurity Research Showcase webinar to explore practical research tackling some of today's biosecurity challenges.

Hear from experts from the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness, Australian Pork Ltd and Charles Sturt University
on:
✅ New diagnostic tools for earlier disease detection
✅ Biosecurity risks and behaviours among livestock transporters
✅ Australia’s first voluntary enhanced biosecurity standards for emergency animal disease preparedness

Webinar details:
📅 Monday 19 October 2026
⏰ 11:00 am AEDT
💻 Online

Register now: https://bit.ly/47dTg9S

12/10/2026

Suspect an emergency animal disease? Act fast.

Early detection and reporting help protect your livestock, support disease containment efforts and reduce the risk of spread.
If you notice unusual signs in your animals, contact your veterinarian or call the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888 immediately.

Learn the key steps to take and why EAD preparedness should be part of every farm biosecurity plan.

📖 Read the article: https://www.farmbiosecurity.com.au/what-to-do-ead-on-farm/

08/10/2026

🛡️ Good biosecurity starts with good planning.

Having clear procedures in place can help protect your farm from pests, diseases and weeds.

Farm Biosecurity's manuals provide practical guidance and templates to support effective on-farm biosecurity practices.

Review your current practices and strengthen your farm's biosecurity today. 🚜🌱

📖 Access the resources: https://bit.ly/3T1jUga

Plant Health Australia

A biosecurity manual contains all the measures that are used to reduce the risks of diseases entering or spreading on a property. Animal Health Australia, in collaboration with industry bodies, researchers and government agencies, works to develop, review and maintain farm biosecurity manuals for al...

02/10/2026

Good biosecurity = good business

Good biosecurity isn't just about protecting animal health. It's about protecting your business.

Poor biosecurity can lead to production losses, higher treatment costs, increased labour demands and impacts on existing and future market opportunities.

Simple steps such as quarantining introduced sheep, requesting a Sheep Health Declaration and monitoring flock health can help protect your flock and your business.

Learn how practical biosecurity measures can strengthen your sheep enterprise.

📖 Read the article: https://bit.ly/4hYXpEF

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Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
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Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
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http://animalhealthaustralia.com.au/

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