In the major awards, Jane Kelb dominated the Intermediate section, while Dave Miller did the same in Novice. Darcie Osobase-Kelb took both Junior awards, providing another positive sign for the future of exhibiting in South Australia. Across the variety awards, winners included exhibitors such as Dave Miller, Paul Wilton, Peter Brumby, Jane Kelb, Pauline and Mark Lampre, Ian Jenke, Adam Pannell, Patrick O’Rourke, Steve Wharton, Con Orfanos and others, reflecting the broad spread of quality on display. Dave Miller also secured the Show Manager’s Novice Award for most accumulated points.

Looking ahead, at 9:30 am this morning we return to the airwaves on Tribe FM in Willunga for our monthly segment. Emcee Blasé and Trevor Garard from the Generation Gap will be chatting through everything that’s been happening in the budgie world throughout March, before turning their attention to a big April ahead, including the BCSA’s 30th birthday celebrations.

On Tuesday night, the BSSA kicks off with an educational evening focused on some of the more specialised and often misunderstood varieties within the hobby. Wayne Weidenhofer and Kelwyn Kakoschke will lead an in-depth session on White Caps, Yellow Faced, and Golden Faced varieties, covering identification, breeding considerations, and common pitfalls at the Unley Community Centre. These nights continue to play an important role in building knowledge across all levels of the fancy, helping exhibitors better understand the finer points that can make a difference on the show bench.

On Wednesday, the North East Budgerigar Society (NEBS) will host a nostalgic and insightful evening as part of its “Blast From The Past” series, with a feature on Budgie Bill Davis. This session will explore the history, influence, and legacy of one of the South Australia’s most notable contributors, offering members a valuable perspective on how the fancy has evolved over time. These historical reflections not only honour past achievements but also provide context for today’s breeding and showing practices.

Further afield, in New South Wales this weekend, the Royal Easter Show takes centre stage, featuring a budgerigar competition as part of the program. These kinds of activities are a great way for members of the community to better understand the virtues of this great hobby. If you’re in NSW and keen to attend, or for further details, please contact Andre Ozoux on 0418 272 870.

We’re inviting everyone to join media personalities Graeme Goodings and Nic Hayes for this relaxed and enjoyable lunch as we bring together fanciers from across the state, past and present, to share stories, memories and a few laughs about the hobby we all love. BCSA members can attend free, while guest tickets are available for $25, making it easy to bring along a partner or friend to join in the celebrations. Tickets are strictly limited due to venue capacity.

Events like this don’t come around often, and 30 years is a milestone worth celebrating properly, so we encourage everyone involved in the South Australian fancy to be part of the event.

Whether you’ve been involved since the early days or you’ve only recently joined the hobby, this is a great opportunity to connect with fellow enthusiasts and celebrate the community that makes the budgerigar fancy so special.

🎟 Secure your ticket and join us in celebrating 30 years of the Budgerigar Council of South Australia. For the first 30 members to register, you will get a FREE 30 year commemorative hat, courtesy of the BCSA.

Saturday 18th of April 2026, Max Amber Community Hall – Wayikuu, George St Athelstone, between Noon and 2 PM.

The Geelong live auction catalogue is expected very soon, with the Auction taking place on Sunday April 26.

BSSA Budgie Varieties Night – White Cap, Yellow Faced & Golden Faced
Presented by Wayne & Kelwyn
📍 Unley Community Centre, 18 Arthur Street, Unley

An informative evening focusing on these increasingly popular varieties.

NEBS Blast From The Past – Budgie Bill Davis
📍 Hectorville Community Centre, 47 Reid Avenue, Hectorville

A nostalgic and educational session revisiting birds and stories from years gone by.

BCSA Judges Meeting, 9 am
📍 Enfield Community Centre, Regency Road, Enfield

BCSA 30th Anniversary Celebrations, 12 pm to 2 pm
📍 Venue Athelstone Football Club – Max Amber Community Hall

A major milestone for the Budgerigar Council of South Australia.

Harry Johnston Young Bird Show, PPBS
📍 Crystalbrook

The Harry Johnston Show Schedule has been released ahead of the May 3rd event, marking an exciting chapter for the Port Pirie Budgerigar Society under the guidance of new Show Manager, Tony Van Den Brink. The Harry Johnston Show continues to hold strong significance within the region, and this year’s event shapes as another well-supported and competitive outing in the lead up to the State Titles.

Stan Watson Breeders Show, BSSA
📍 Ascot Park Scout Hall

Show Schedule pending.

BCSA Logan Shield
📍 Klemzig Community Centre, 242 North East Road, Klemzig

The Logan Shield Schedule for May 17th has been released, turning attention firmly toward the State Titles. This event remains the pinnacle of the South Australian show season, serving as the selection platform for the team that will represent the state on the national stage. With the 2026 Trill™ Expert ANBC Championship Show on the Gold Coast marking the prestigious 50th anniversary, there is an added sense of occasion and motivation for exhibitors to present their very best.