Federal government investigating deaths as a ‘matter of priority’, with efforts under way to treat remaining animals
The deaths occurred on the Brahman Express, which left Darwin on 14 March and arrived in Indonesia six days later.A department spokesperson said there was “no suggestion that exotic animal disease is involved” including foot-and-mouth disease or lumpy skin disease.
Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundupThe Australian Livestock Exporters’ Council has suggested the deaths were caused by botulism, a toxin that attacks the nervous system. “Efforts are under way to treat remaining animals that may be affected,” a council spokesperson said.
“The issue was self-reported by the exporter, which is assisting with further investigation. The exporter has conducted itself correctly through the process and will work closely with DAFF to determine the cause of the deaths.”Our Australian morning briefing breaks down the key stories of the day, telling you what’s happening and why it mattersThe Greens deputy leader, Mehreen Faruqi, said the deaths highlighted a need to ban all live exports.
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