Tag: bird_flu

Media Monitor: New Zealand Names Ferries, Steps Up Bird Flu Response, Apologizes for Tsunami Warning Website Outage

17 Jul 2026 4:30 p.m. · Source: One News NZ

One News NZ reports New Zealand named new Cook Strait ferries, confirmed a second bird flu case, and emergency officials apologized for a website outage during a tsunami warning. The Māori word 'kaitiakitanga' was also named the world's most beautiful…

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New Zealand Prepares for Bird Flu After Australian Detection

22 Jun 2026 9:48 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Government

New Zealand is prepared for H5N1 bird flu after its detection in Australia. Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard urges public vigilance and strong biosecurity measures for bird owners and outdoor enthusiasts to limit the virus's impact.

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