Bird flu update: Australia reports its first H5N1 death in a mainland mammal—a long-nosed fur seal found dead in South Australia—raising fresh concern as the virus is already circulating in local seabirds. Veterans’ mental health: New NHS figures show nearly 20,000 ex-service personnel treated for mental health problems after leaving the forces, including depression, PTSD, anxiety, self-harm and substance issues. Falklands health & planning: The Falkland Islands Government confirms the 2026 Census will run on 18 October, with responses used to plan funding for services including health. Local fisheries wellbeing: A new Falklands Government role focuses on bycatch mitigation for seabirds and marine mammals, aiming to strengthen policy and reduce unwanted wildlife interactions in commercial fisheries. Terminal illness pension fight: A Falklands War veteran with pancreatic cancer says a pension dispute has left him receiving only about half of his £104k retirement pot. Community health access: A fox rescue story highlights how local veterinary and wildlife support networks can mobilise quickly when animals need urgent help.