* Surveillance: The Australian government has implemented a national surveillance program to monitor for the presence of avian influenza viruses in wild birds and poultry. This program includes regular testing of birds at high-risk locations, such as wetlands and poultry farms.

* Reporting: People are encouraged to report any sick or dead birds to the authorities. This is especially important for birds that are found in areas where there have been confirmed cases of avian influenza.

* Quarantine: Any birds that are suspected of having avian influenza are immediately quarantined to prevent the spread of the disease.

Vaccination

* Poultry: The Australian government has approved the use of a vaccine for avian influenza in poultry. This vaccine is available to all poultry farmers, and it is recommended that all poultry be vaccinated to protect them from the disease.

* Wild birds: There is currently no vaccine available for avian influenza in wild birds. However, research is being conducted to develop a vaccine that could be used to protect wild birds from the disease.

Other measures

* Biosecurity: Poultry farmers are required to follow strict biosecurity measures to prevent the spread of avian influenza. These measures include:

* Keeping poultry separate from other animals

* Using disinfectants to clean poultry houses and equipment

* Restricting visitors to poultry farms

* Emergency response: The Australian government has developed an emergency response plan for avian influenza. This plan includes measures to:

* Control the spread of the disease

* Protect human health

* Compensate poultry farmers for their losses

By taking these steps, the Australian government is working to protect its birds from the threat of avian influenza.