First bird flu case on mainland Australia: Wildlife concerns grow, human risk remains low

Australia has recorded its first mainland case of the H5 avian influenza (bird flu) strain after it was detected in a wild migratory seabird in Western Australia. While authorities say the risk to the public remains low, the discovery has raised concerns about its potential impact on wildlife. In this podcast, we look at what the detection means for Australia and the steps being taken to contain the virus.