South Australia on high alert for avian flu, Sydney suburban machete attack
South Australia tests for avian influenza after two dead sub-Antarctic birds wash up near Fowlers Bay, along the same coast as two confirmed bird flu cases. The deadly H5 strain has prompted West Australian poultry farmers to enter voluntary lockdown, with 100 possible cases reported to the state's hotline. Australian pop icon Darryl Braithwaite announces his retirement from live performances after a 48-year career, citing loss of joy in performing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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