Looking ahead to 2025, we have some exciting news regarding the BCSA Auction. The Council has decided that the auction will take place at a new venue, the Klemzig Community Centre, on Sunday, 3 August 2025. This change of location is part of our ongoing effort to enhance the experience for both sellers and buyers, providing a comfortable and accessible environment for everyone involved. The auction is a key event on the BCSA calendar, offering breeders an opportunity to showcase their birds to a wide audience and for enthusiasts to acquire high-quality stock to enhance their aviaries. We’ll share more details about the event, including how to participate, closer to the date, so be sure to stay tuned.

We’re also delighted to announce the bird carers for the Cairns 2025 National Show. Michael Smith, Troy Holmes, George England, and Paul Wilton have generously agreed to take on this important responsibility. Their roles will involve ensuring the welfare of the birds throughout the event, from the time they arrive until they are safely returned to their owners. The National Show is a significant event in the budgerigar world, bringing together breeders and exhibitors from across the country to celebrate the best of our hobby. With such experienced and dedicated carers on board, we’re confident that the welfare of the birds will be in excellent hands.

On a bittersweet note, we’d like to acknowledge the departure of Danny Brill from his role as a Budgerigar Society of South Australia (BSSA) delegate to the BCSA. Danny isn’t getting out of birds – just stepping away from the Council. He has been a dedicated and valued member of our team, contributing significantly to the advancement of our hobby and the broader budgerigar community. His efforts have not gone unnoticed, and we extend our heartfelt thanks for his hard work and commitment. With Danny stepping away, a position has become available for a new BSSA delegate to join the BCSA. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about budgerigars and eager to make a difference. If you’re interested in filling this role, we encourage you to reach out to BSSA President Chris Murphy and put your hand up. Joining the BCSA as a delegate is a rewarding experience that allows you to contribute to the direction and success of our team while working closely with like-minded individuals.

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Our next listed event is the Port Pirie AGM in January.

Finally, the Presentation Dinner at the Brothers Leagues Club will open at 6.30 pm for a 7.00 pm start.

For those that would like to see a little more than budgies in boxes Saturday and Sunday, Cairns offers a variety of attractions including Cairns Aquarium, Botanical Gardens and Centenary Lakes, Cairns Shopping Centre, Tanks Art Centre or a stroll along the Esplanade and Lagoon.

Saturday 24th May Evening

Saturday Night you can relax for Dinner on the Spirit of Cairns Inlet Cruise boarding at 6.30 pm for 2.5 hours – min numbers are required.

Full day tour leaving the Cairns Colonial Club at 9.00 am – Kuranda Sky rail and Cableway. Firstly, travel on the Kuranda Scenic rail from Freshwater to Kuranda.

To that end, explore Kuranda and the markets, transferring to the Skyrail rainforest cableway to Smithfield. Finally, leave the Skyrail terminal and return back to Cairns Colonial Club at approximately 5 pm.

Visit Historic Herberton Village! Full day tour leaving Cairns at 8.00 am to visit Herberton Historic Village travelling though the Kuranda Range. Depart the Historic Village after lunch to visit the platypus and the unique attraction of the Curtain Fig Tree. Next, return down the scenic Gillie Range and through cane fields neat Gordonvale. Finally, arrive back at Cairns Colonial Club around 5 pm.

All tours are minimum numbers required – prices will be on the registration form released in January 2025. To that end, full refunds will be made should a day trip not proceed. Moreover, contact Bruce Schuster (Show Coordinator) on 0426 731 339 for further details.

More Details

The North Queensland Budgerigar Zone extends a warm invitation to all budgerigar enthusiasts, their families, and friends to join us in Cairns, North Queensland, for the 2025 Australian National Budgerigar Council (ANBC) Championship Show.

Join us for the 2025 ANBC Nationals in Cairns for a spectacular showcase of the finest budgerigars, engaging activities, and the chance to connect with fellow enthusiasts in the beautiful setting of Cairns. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of a memorable event!

USE DISCOUNT CODE CAMP-SHOW25 TO ACCESS YOUR EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT

The North Queensland Budgerigar Zone Inc. is thrilled to announce an incredible opportunity for all bird enthusiasts!  On offer are a pair of quality budgerigars from Craig Barnett’s Avairy.

Cinnamonwing Grey Green Cock, 23-BAR-099
Good top end, spot and cap release only 11 months old, one of 12 siblings.

Cinnamonwing Grey Green Hen, 22-BAR-073
Very nice top end, proven producer.  Father was 6th placed Green class at 2022 National.

Tickets $20.00 each
Expected close off date 15th January, 2025.

For ticket purchases or more information, please contact:
Bruce Schuster: 0426 731 339
Michelle Vidler: 0457 088 108

Help support the Nationals 2025 and grab your chance to win this amazing pair! Good luck!