Queensland Records First Case of Fatal Disease in Three Years

Queensland records first fatal case of deadly virus in three years

A Queensland horse has died from Hendra virus — a deadly disease that can spread from horses to humans.

‘No vaccine’: Deadly virus detected in pet for first time in three years

The virus can be fatal to animals and humans.

Queensland records first case of fatal disease in three years

Horse owners are encouraged to vaccinate their animals against the disease which can be fatal to both horses and, in rare cases, humans.

Horse Dies From Hendra Virus - southburnett.com.au

July 7, 2025 Biosecurity Queensland is urging horse owners to talk to their vets about vaccinations after a horse died recently from Hendra virus in south-east Queensland. This is Queensland’s first case of Hendra virus since 2022. The unvaccinated horse died on the property after its condition rapidly deteriorated. Positive tests for Hendra virus were confirmed on July 4. A Biosecurity Queensland spokesperson said tracing had been undertaken on…

Test results confirm Hendra virus has killed a horse in south-east Queensland

Queensland's first Hendra virus case since 2022 identified in a horse. Biosecurity and health measures are underway.