Wildlife
Bird flu detected in Hobart CBD for first time
A silver gull found in the capital is among four new bird flu events
A silver gull found in the capital is among four new bird flu events
The virus has now been confirmed at 33 sites since mid-August
Students were moved while the play areas were cordoned off
The highly contagious strain is likely present throughout Tasmania
Salmon Tasmania has rejected the allegations as recycled and false
Tue Sep 8, 2026 - 3:50pmAttacks have been reported at Austins Ferry, Clarendon Vale and Oyster Cove
Mon Sep 7, 2026 - 3:43pmWork is due to start later this year and finish in late 2028
Mon Sep 7, 2026 - 9:42amThe virus is affecting a growing range of Tasmania’s wild birds
Fri Sep 4, 2026 - 10:21amIt is the 25th bird flu event recorded in Tasmania
Thu Sep 3, 2026 - 9:59am'We've got bird flu right across the north coast of Tasmania'
Wed Sep 2, 2026 - 9:14am