H5 Bird Flu Threat Prompts Western Port Wildlife Warning

Residents are being urged to report sick or dead birds and marine mammals as H5 bird flu threatens wildlife, tourism and poultry operations around Western Port.

Residents are being urged to report sick or dead birds and marine mammals as H5 bird flu threatens wildlife, tourism and poultry operations around Western Port.

Frankston City Council has addressed community concern over alleged illegal vegetation removal and unauthorised foreshore works, confirming investigations with DEECA and urging residents to report suspected breaches.

A private seawall built without permits has triggered a Council investigation in Frankston South. The property’s owner, Gene Neill, admits to bypassing planning approvals — and this isn’t his first brush with controversy.