Health
A NSW Supreme Court judge has delivered a special verdict for a man who killed his mother at a Gunnedah caravan park, finding him not criminally responsible due to severe, untreated schizophrenia. The heartbreaking case highlights a devastating timeline, with the victim having secured a psychiatric appointment for her son that was scheduled for just hours after the fatal attack.
New South Wales has confirmed its first cases of H5 avian influenza in native wild birds, prompting authorities to ramp up surveillance and issue biosecurity warnings.
As wild mushroom foraging spikes in popularity, experts warn that relying on mobile applications to identify fungi can have fatal consequences. Recent studies show AI tools are highly unreliable, prompting calls for amateur foragers to seek experienced guides instead.
Amid a growing number of H5N1 bird flu detections across Australia, authorities are advising free-range poultry producers to keep their flocks indoors where feasible. This proactive measure aims to mitigate contact with wild birds and bolster biosecurity against the contagious virus.
New South Wales has confirmed its first case of the highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza, detected in a migratory seabird near Hawks Nest. Authorities assure the risk to public health and poultry supply remains low, though vigilance is urged as the virus continues its global spread.