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WA poultry show cancelled as local businesses sound alarm over potential second bird flu case
14+ hour, 45+ min ago (554+ words) June 21, 2026 " 2: 32pm A local West Australian poultry association has been forced to cancel one of its flagship events as Australia reckons with its first mainland detection of a deadly bird flu stain that could devastate the sector. The H5 N1 variant of the…...
Dramatic reduction in egg allergies
1+ week, 4+ day ago (40+ words) New research suggests a shift advising parents to feed their children eggs is paying off. Updated June 10, 2026 " 6: 51am, first published 6: 48am...
Developers eye off land around chicken farm for rapid growth
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (467+ words) March 26, 2026 " 4: 54pm Developers are eyeing off a large chunk of land centred around a chicken farm south-east of Brisbane for rapid housing and industrial growth. Should the proposal gather steam and garner support from the state, it could be deemed a…...
Could we vaccinate wild populations against the looming bird flu catastrophe?
9+ mon, 4+ week ago (897+ words) In Antarctica, researchers have been confronted with the sight of large numbers of sea lions gasping for breath as they died. In Peru, half the local pelican population was wiped out within months of the deadly H5 N1 virus landing, and when…...
Satay chicken bowls with cucumber salad and coconut rice
1+ year, 2+ week ago (528+ words) Everyday staples come together in this flavour-packed, gluten-free feast perfect for any night of the week. Don't be put off by the long list of ingredients. This is made with simple, everyday staples, with many ingredients overlapping in the marinade,…...
From farm to fine dining: The resurgence of elevated poultry in Australia
11+ mon, 3+ week ago (408+ words) Sponsored by Aurum Poultry Co. As a renowned food writer and restaurant critic, growing up in Australia has spoiled me and made me slightly biased when dining out. Each time I visit a Michelin-starred restaurant in Tokyo, Paris or Stockholm,…...
Chooks in the city: how an egg shortage drove the return of the backyard hen
11+ mon, 3+ week ago (1079+ words) When 41-year-old Alison Bransdon brought Betty, Honey Soy, Chloe, Cruella, Bluebell, Pepper, Olive and Chianti home to join her family, she was surprised to learn how distinct each of their personalities was. "Betty is the boss, Honey Soy is very…...
They're like therapy animals': How backyard chooks made a comeback
11+ mon, 3+ week ago (1079+ words) When 41-year-old Alison Bransdon brought Betty, Honey Soy, Chloe, Cruella, Bluebell, Pepper, Olive and Chianti home to join her family, she was surprised to learn how distinct each of their personalities was. "Betty is the boss, Honey Soy is very…...