BCSA Budgie Bulletin: Weekly Wrap & Look Ahead

Welcome to this week’s edition of the Budgie Bulletin!

What a fantastic Sunday it was, as the South Australian budgie cohort gathered to celebrate the 2024 BSSA vs NEBS Interclub Show! With over 230 birds entered and nearly 20 exhibitors presenting a remarkable selection of 2024 rung birds, it was truly a day to remember.

A special congratulations goes to Sue Adams for winning Best in Show and Best Open Bird, Jane Kelb for taking top honours in the Intermediate division, and Paul Wilton for his win in the Novice category. These exhibitors showcased some exceptional birds, and we applaud their dedication and craft.

This year, the BSSA introduced a few changes to the usual show format for the November 1000 Show, and they’re pleased to report that they were well-received. Key updates included a later benching and start time, the addition of more judges to ensure a smooth and timely judging process, and a newly designed, more compact hall with convenient undercover lunch facilities outdoors.

Below is the full results sheet, including all class winners and the major awards.

Budgerigar Society of South Australia
November 1000 Show – 10 November 2024

Best In Show – Sue Adams – Spangle AOSV
Best Open Bird – Sue Adams – Spangle AOSV
Reserve Open Bird – Wayne Bandt – Grey Green Cock

Best Intermediate Bird – Jane Kelb – Normal Spangle
Reserve Intermediate Bird – Vicki Sanford – Recessive Pied

Best Novice Bird – Paul Wilton – Dominant Pied
Reserve Novice Bird – Andrew Swift – Normal Spangle

Intermediate & Novice Award for most accumulated points
Vicki Sanford & Paul Wilton.

The BSSA/NEBS Annual Interclub Trophy was won by the BSSA.

Best of Colour & Variety Awards
Best Normal Light Green – Jason & Wayne Weidenhofer
Best Normal Grey Green – Wayne Bandt
Best Normal Blue – Jason & Wayne Weidenhofer
Best Normal Visual Violet – Dennis Lomman
Best Normal Grey – Marie & Kerry Murphy
Best Yellow Faced Blue – Peter Brumby
Best Normal Golden Faced Blue – Jason & Wayne Weidenhofer
Best Black Eyed Self – Tom Sismey
Best Dilute – Jason & Wayne Weidenhofer
Best Lutino – Jason & Wayne Weidenhofer
Best Albino – Jason & Wayne Weidenhofer
Best Dark Eyed Clear – George England
Best Clearwing – Marie & Kerry Murphy
Best Greywing – Tom Sismey
Best Cinnamon Wing – Marie & Kerry Murphy
Best Double Factor Spangle – Marie & Kerry Murphy
Best Opaline – Shiralee Reardon
Best Opaline AOSV – Marie & Kerry Murphy
Best Clearbody – Jason & Wayne Weidenhofer
Best Lacewing – Chris Murphy
Best Fallow – No Entry
Best Spangle – Marie & Kerry Murphy
Best Spangle AOSV – Sue Adams
Best Dominant Pied – George England
Best Recessive Pied – Marie & Kerry Murphy
Best Crested – No Entry
Best Australian Whitecap – Sue Adams
Best AOSV/NSV – Jason & Wayne Weidenhofer

This weekend, all eyes turn to Port Pirie as they host their final gathering of the year. If you’re up for a scenic country drive, the Port Broughton Hotel is a beautiful 2-hour, 15-minute journey from Adelaide. For those visiting for the first time, Port Broughton is a charming coastal town and, in many ways, a hidden gem along the South Australian coastline. Nestled on the serene shores of the Spencer Gulf, it boasts breathtaking views of shimmering waters and golden beaches. The peaceful shoreline, with its calm, shallow waters, is perfect for leisurely walks, fishing, or simply soaking in the spectacular sunsets that paint the sky with vibrant hues of orange and pink each evening.

The Port Pirie Budgerigar Club will be hosting their Christmas Party at the Port Broughton Hotel this Sunday, starting at noon. It’s not too late to join in the celebration, so if you’re interested, please reach out to Malcolm Loveridge to secure your booking. It’s sure to be a memorable day in a beautiful setting!

Budgie Auctions & Sales

This week, the BSSA are taking a well-deserved break from the auctions, leaving two auctions – the Zoe and Lee Payne Auction, and the Eric Whitton Mostly Hens auction – to round out the week. Don’t miss your chance to secure top-quality birds!

Zoe & Lee Payne Auction🦜

Intermediate breeders Lee Payne, and his daughter Zoe, are hosting a 32auction ending on November 17th. They breed using prominent bloodlines from Thurn, Fellows and Holmes. Located in Jimenbuen, NSW, the auction features 14 lots, including yellowfaces, violets, normals, spangles, and opalines. For more details or to bid, click on the link below, or contact Lee directly at 0458 436 533 or (02) 6456 6771.

Eric Whitton Mostly Hens Auction🦜

Eric has culled through his adult and early-bred 2024 birds. Having kept close to 100 hens, he’s decided to let a few of the young hens go, along with three young cock birds. Varieties include Normals, Spangles, Dominant Pieds, Yellowfaces, Whitecaps and more. Birds are located at 7 Mansfield Rd Temora, NSW 2666. You can contact Eric via Phone Number 0401364825 with any questions.

Applied Nutrition are excited to announce that Tummyrite products are now stocked in South Australia by Magill Grain, proud supporters of the BCSA!

Club Calendar

Port Pirie Christmas Lunch
🗓 Date: Sunday, November 17th 2024
📍 Location: Port Broughton HotelJoin the Port Pirie Club for their annual pilgrimage to the Port Broughton Hotel. For those keen to attend, please advise Malcolm Loveridge, so he can confirm numbers.

LINK TO RSVP FOR EVENT

BSSA Christmas Dinner
🗓 Date: Tuesday, December 3rd 2024
📍 Location: Duke of Brunswick, 207 Gilbert Street, AdelaideJoin the BSSA for their annual Christmas Show, at the Duke of Brunswick. RSVP to Kerry Murphy to hold your spot.

North East Budgerigar Society Christmas Dinner
🗓 Date: Wednesday, December 11th 2024
📍 Location: Windsor Hotel, 410 North East Road, Windsor GardensJoin the NEBS for their annual Christmas Show, at the Windsor Hotel. RSVP to John Mulley or use the event link below.

LINK TO RSVP FOR EVENT

ANBC Nationals Spotlight

ANBC National Registration Link

The North Queensland Budgerigar Zone extends a warm invitation to all budgerigar enthusiasts, their families, and friends to join them in Cairns, North Queensland, for the 2025 Australian National Budgerigar Council (ANBC) Championship Show. This exciting event takes place at the Brothers Leagues Club, a premier venue perfect for our championship. For your convenience, accommodation is available at the Cairns Colonial Club Resort, just 600 meters from the venue, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all attendees. Join them 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!

There is a discount code of CAMP-SHOW25 that you can use when booking for the event!

LINK TO 49th ANNUAL ANBC NATIONAL TITLES REGISTRATION OF INTEREST

Have you signed up to the ANBC Gazette? It is packed full of information, and spans the continent, with cutting edge news from Vets, nostalgic reflection on some of the older Clubs, fanciers in focus, and more. Its free, and it’s a great resource. We encourage anyone with a passion in budgerigars to sign up.

ANBC NEWSLETTER SIGN UP PAGE

In Closing

As we wrap up this edition of the Budgie Bulletin, if you’re not attending the race that stops the city, the Vailo 500, then don’t forget to join the cohort for a fantastic social day this Sunday in Port Broughton hotel, as the Port Pirie Budgerigar Club closes out the year with their Christmas party. It’s always a great time to get together, tell stories, and reflect on the year that was.

Until next week.