NSW DPI have advised that a 7-year-old unvaccinated Clydesdale gelding has been diagnosed as positive for a novel Hendra virus-variant in West Wallsend near Newcastle. The case was identified 5 October 2021 and confirmed by the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness Thursday 7 October 2021.
Participants are advised that this is the furthest south that a positive case has been confirmed in an area where grey headed flying foxes are known to be present.
Whilst the current case is not been considered a risk to the thoroughbred racing industry all participants are reminded that the signs and symptoms of Hendra can be vague and variable and the greatest of care should be always taken to monitor horses for symptoms. All necessary precautions to ensure the thoroughbred horse population is protected should be taken by participants.
Click on the following link to read the full document: Hendra Virus Notice To Industry
