[05 Sep 11] The Queensland Government has initiated an online Flying foxes and Hendra virus - online information session  more...

[01 Aug 11] With the season now upon us and the threat of the Hendra virus more prevalent than ever before, the HTBA wishes to re-enforce that you protect yourselves, your staff, your stock and of course your businesses by adhering to the protocols set out below. These protocols have been set in place to minimise risk to both yourselves and others who may come in contact with suspect livestock.  more...

[20 Jul 11] Letter to the HTBA members relating to farm protocols for prevention of incoming/outgoing diseases  more...

[01 Jul 11] It is important that all sectors of the horse industry understand the risks posed by Hendra virus. Hendra virus is carried by flying foxes (fruit bats), and may cause fever, respiratory and/or nervous illness when it infects horses.  more...