H5 bird flu detected in Australian seabird. A seabird found at Robe in the state’s South East has become the first Australian seabird to be detected with H5 bird flu, as extensive surveillance continues across SA. The bird – a greater crested
Largest aerial survey of coastline in decades as SA records second bird flu case. The largest aerial survey undertaken in more than four decades of South Australia’s coastline, islands and reefs has found no evidence of widespread impacts from H5
King George Whiting closure lifted for recreational fishers. Recreational fishers will be able to catch King George Whiting in all South Australian waters these school holidays following changes to the species' spatial closure period. The King
Bird flu community forum at Goolwa. The Malinauskas Government is hosting an H5 bird flu community forum at Goolwa on Monday 6 July to provide Fleurieu communities with the latest information on preparedness and response efforts. Experts will share
Avoid fruit fly fines during winter travel. The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) is reminding South Australians to check fruit fly movement restrictions before travelling during the winter school holidays, with fines increasing
More protection for Giant Australian Cuttlefish. Giant Australian Cuttlefish will be better protected with a temporary restriction on recreational activities at their Upper Spencer Gulf breeding site from 1 July. The 90-day exclusion zone applies
Canine crackdown on giant pine scale. Sniffer dogs are being deployed across the North Eastern suburbs as part of a comprehensive giant pine scale surveillance program. While there continues to be no detections of the pest plant disease in SA
Bird flu rapid response ready. The Malinauskas Government stands ready to respond to any potential H5 bird flu outbreak, backed by an arsenal of specialised resources including a mobile diagnostic laboratory, rapid response units and decontamination
Reeling in a clearer choice for South Australians. South Australians will soon have a better idea of what’s on the menu, with hospitality venues required to label the country of origin of seafood dishes from the start of next month. From 1 July,
New trials to boost emerging hemp industry. The Malinauskas Government is investing $500,000 to support industrial hemp production in South Australia through new trials and industry support grants. Industrial hemp is a Cannabis genus plant that is
Bird flu surveillance to keep ahead of the spread. Wildlife and livestock surveillance activities are underway in South Australia following the detection of H5 bird flu in two vagrant migratory seabirds in Western Australia. Ground-based
Refreshed fish measuring stations help recreational fishers stay informed. Recreational fishers in South Australia will find it easier to access the latest fishing rules and regulations thanks to refreshed Fish Measuring Station signage being rolled