As Australia grapples with the spread of H5N1 bird flu through wild bird populations, experts are urging the public to take a few simple precautions that could help protect native wildlife. One of the most important messages is don't feed wild birds.
Charges against five Hepburn Shire councillors which caused them to be stood down have been dismissed in Ballarat Magistrates Court. The court battle has turned to the payment of legal costs.
