Equine Influenza

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From 17 March 2008 entry of horses, ponies, donkeys and mules and equine reproductive material from all other Australian states is allowed. No equine influenza permits are required.
The movement of horses into Western Australia must comply with normal import conditions including the provision of a signed “Movement of Stock to Western Australia” (AD 1071).
Imports of used horse equipment from all other Australian states is allowed provided they are clean of weeds, seeds and pests.

Equine influenza remains a notifiable disease. If your horse, pony, donkey or mule shows signs of respiratory illness such as coughing, nasal discharge or has a high temperature, you must contact your veterinary surgeon or ring the exotic disease hotline on 1800 675 888.

Exporting horses, reproductive material or gear
Moving horses within Western Australia
Holding horse events
Keeping your property and animals free of disease
Recognising horse flu
Information for veterinarians
Equine influenza and vaccination
Pamphlets for distribution
External websites
Media releases
Equine influenza survey

Exporting horses, reproductive material or gear

Exports of horses, reproductive material or gear are subject to the requirements of the importing State.

Any equine that leaves Western Australia will need to meet the import conditions for Western Australia to be allowed to return.

For information on movement requirements in other States contact:

New South Wales:	www.dpi.nsw.gov.au
Northern Territory:	www.nt.gov.au/dpifm/Primary_Industry
Queensland:	www.dpi.qld.gov.au
Victoria:	www.dpi.vic.gov.au
South Australia:	www.pir.sa.gov.au
Tasmania:	www.dpiw.tas.gov.au

Moving horses within Western Australia

There is no evidence of equine influenza in Western Australia. Horses, ponies, donkeys and mules can be moved within Western Australia using appropriate transport biosecurity measures.

Procedures for WA horse events

Minimum standard requirements have been jointly agreed by the recreational horse industry, Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RRWA), the Department of Agriculture and Food (DAFWA) and the WA Horse Council. The agreed procedures are set out below. Organisers should contact their lead society before holding an event to clarify specific requirements for that society.

Biosecurity Procedures for WA Horse Events
Event Contingency Plan - Developed by WAHC as a tool to assist non-racing organizations to comply with the "Biosecurity procedures for WA Horse Events"
Record of horse and competitor details for officials
Horse event participation declaration (form)
Guidelines for veterinarians at horse events

The following should be provided to competitors prior to an event.

Keeping your property and animals free of disease

Western Australia enjoys freedom from equine influenza and other serious horse diseases. Owners can maintain this freedom by following some simple guidelines.

Recognising equine influenza

Video: Equine Influenza - Clinical signs in Queensland horses, September 2007 [1.6 MB Windows Media Format]

Information for veterinarians