NSW DPI Updates 12 October
The policy is still to contain and eradicate Equine Influenza as quickly as possible. There have been a few escapes into the green zone which is disappointing. We have responded to contain the new outbreak. Although there are people who think that the task is impossible, many experts are surprised that we have been able to contain it at all. This has been mostly due to the wonderful cooperation of the horse community in complying with our restrictions.
There are currently 4121 Infected Properties (IPs), 401 Dangerous Contact Properties (DCPs) and 464 Suspect Properties (SPs).
The number of IPs being reported daily in Tamworth, the Hunter Valley and the Sydney basin are all showing promising signs of decline. This has resulted in a levelling of the overall numbers of IPs across the state.
The control and eradication of EI now relies on diligent reporting by horse owners of possible new infections and strict compliance with recommended decontamination and disinfection procedures. For more information see:
http://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/agriculture/livestock/horse/influenza/information/preventing-ei-disinfection-procedures
Vaccinations
Over 2500 vaccinations have been administered in the buffer zones across the state. The first round of vaccinations has been completed in the Mittagong and Gloucester buffer zones. Vaccinations in the Barmedman, Dubbo, Wellington and Armidale buffer zones are near completion and are continuing in the Forbes, Parkes and Mudgee buffer zones.
Zones & movements
Permits & registrations
- Types of permits
- Travelling horse statements (Green Zone)
- Travelling horse statements (Amber Zone)
- Horse events
- Horse registration (Red & Purple Zones)
- FAQs
