Updated August 1, 2026 — 4:34pm , first published 2:01pm

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Authorities are warning there is nothing they can do to stop the spread of H5N1 bird flu through Australia’s wildlife, after another 20 cases of the deadly virus were recorded nationwide.

There have now been 53 cases recorded overall, and further suspected cases in Victoria. Meanwhile, a cluster of nearly 50 dead birds off the South Australian coast is being probed for links to the current outbreak.

In its latest updates, the federal Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry…

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