• Budgerigar Council of Tasmania Updates: The third announcement concerning the 2024 Nationals is here, featuring essential details for booking tours and registering for the event. Highlights include the ability to book the much-anticipated Meet & Greet and the Sunday presentation dinner. Given the popularity of these gatherings, early booking is recommended to ensure your place. Registration allows for up to five individuals at a time, covering event attendance, dietary preferences, tour selections, lunch pre-orders for the weekend, and a chance to win a two-night stay with breakfast at the resort.

• Fundraising Raffle: Kickstarting the Budgerigar Council of Tasmania’s Nationals fundraising, they’re thrilled to announce a raffle featuring a pair of budgerigars from Jeffrey Leong’s esteemed stud. Priced at $10 per square, with a limit of 250 tickets, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Note: The winner must arrange for the collection of the prize. Email [email protected] or call Dale Ward at 0488 400 369 for tickets. Link below will take you to an email to the address above.

Auctions & Budgie Sales:

• BSSA Online Auctions: The 2024 auction season is underway, with offerings from renowned breeders. This platform encourages members with birds for sale to reach out, fostering a vibrant marketplace for our community. Follow the link below for further detail of the birds on offer this week.

• Colac Budgerigar Club Auction: Don’t miss this live auction event in Warrnambool this Sunday, available via live stream for those who can’t attend in person. Phone bidding options and pet transporter services ensure everyone can participate. Follow the link below for the auction catalogue and live streaming details.

• BSSA Monthly Meeting: Join the BSSA on February 6th for their AGM and enlightening presentations on bird room evolution, featuring insights from Jane Kelb and Troy Holmes. Further details can be found on the link below.

• North East Monthly Meeting: Scheduled for February 14th, this meeting will delve into the exhibition budgerigar’s standards and historical changes. The North East welcomes both members and guests. Further details can be found on the link below.

• Port Pirie Club: Mark your calendars for mid-March for a meeting and aviary tour at Doug & Ruth Lange’s place. Visit the Port Pirie Facebook group for all the latest information on What’s On.

• The ANBC’s annual letter is now accessible, offering a comprehensive look at council activities and plans. Follow the link below for all the recent Chatter details.