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First pelican falls to bird flu, another sea lion dies

An Australian pelican has been confirmed to have bird flu, with concerns the far-ranging species could carry the virus well inland.

First case of bird flu in endangered sea lion

First case of bird flu in endangered sea lion

Australia's rarest seal species has recorded a case of bird flu for the first time, with an animal dying from the disease while recovering from a shark attack.

First H5 bird flu death of endangered Australian sea lion recorded amid fears for small population

First H5 bird flu death of endangered Australian sea lion recorded amid fears for small population

South Australian authorities say case discovered on Kangaroo Island is first for species of which less than 12,000 animals remain

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Backyards become frontline for nation's bird flu fight

What happens in suburban backyards now will be critical to keeping the deadly H5 bird blu strain out of poultry and away from pets as infections rise.

Suspected mass bird flu deaths found in second state as Murray Watt warns ‘this is the beginning’

Environment minister says Australia has ‘long and difficult journey’ and says more mass mortality events likely

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Landmark cat-rout project receives a major cash boost

Efforts to remove feral cats from Australia's third-largest island have received an almost $4 million funding top-up.

Michelin Guide arrival may boost Australian hospitality

The prestigious Michelin Guide is coming to Australia for the first time, but it will only cover restaurants in one state.

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Autism portfolio elevated to cabinet

Autism portfolio elevated to cabinet

Autism is now a cabinet-level portfolio in one Australian state after a ministerial reshuffle triggered by an independent politician's resignation.

Shay used to work behind the scenes — now he's up front smashing autism stereotypes

Shay used to work behind the scenes — now he's up front smashing autism stereotypes

Stereotypes can make it difficult for people with autism to gain employment. Advocates say employers need to recognise the strengths and value of neurodiverse employees.

Public 'strangers' no more with SA Parliament changing name of lower house viewing gallery

Public 'strangers' no more with SA Parliament changing name of lower house viewing gallery

The Stranger's Gallery in the lower house of South Australia's Parliament House has its name changed to be more welcoming after a push by visiting primary school students.

Adelaide 500 Supercars event to include sensory space for those living on autism spectrum

Adelaide 500 Supercars event to include sensory space for those living on autism spectrum

The Adelaide 500 will have a dedicated space to cater for those living on the autism spectrum and their families after a 12-year-old boy made the suggestion to the South Australian government.

South Australia's autism community shares what they want the Assistant Minister for Autism Emily Bourke to know

South Australia's autism community shares what they want the Assistant Minister for Autism Emily Bourke to know

Logan Burn has had four occupational therapists in three years and Kat Bell is tired of masking. They have outlined support the autistic community needs.

South Australian public primary schools to receive greater resources to support students with autism

South Australian public primary schools to receive greater resources to support students with autism

Every public primary school in SA will soon have a dedicated teacher onsite to support students with autism.

An autism minister may boost support and coordination. But governments that follow South Australia's lead should be cautious

An autism minister may boost support and coordination. But governments that follow South Australia's lead should be cautious

This week, the South Australian government announced the appointment of Emily Bourke to the role of assistant minister for autism. It’s the first portfolio of its kind in Australia.

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SA makes history with new autism minister

The South Australian government has appointed an assistant minister for autism in an Australian first.

New South Australian cabinet sworn in, with independent Geoff Brock making surprise comeback

Geoff Brock makes a surprise appearance in Premier Peter Malinauskas's new cabinet, which will includes six women out of the total of 15 ministers.

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