vector, Culex annulirostris, and was evident from the widespread seroconversion of sentinel
chickens, fatalities among horses and several cases in humans, resulting in least three
deaths. The last major outbreak in Australia was in 1974, during which 58 cases were
identified and the mortality rate was about 20%. With the potential for a further outbreak of
MVEV in the 2011–2012 summer and following autumn, we highlight the importance of this …