| Welcome to this week’s edition of the Budgie Bulletin! |
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| It has been a quiet but productive week for the South Australian budgerigar community, with several key meetings and announcements shaping the months ahead. From important committee discussions to the release of a highly anticipated show schedule, here is a full wrap-up of the major events that took place.
United Bird Breeders of South Australia AGM
On Sunday the 14th, the United Bird Breeders of South Australia (UBBSA) held their Annual General Meeting at St Peters. The AGM provided member organisations with the opportunity to review the past year’s achievements, acknowledge the hard work of volunteers, and discuss goals for the future. As always, this meeting served as a reminder of the cooperative spirit that drives bird clubs across the state. Elections for committee roles were also part of the agenda, ensuring the association remains well-positioned to represent breeders in the year ahead. Members expressed optimism about continuing to build on the UBBSA’s strong foundation, particularly in education, welfare, and advocacy for aviculture in government. BCSA President Troy Holmes represented the budgerigar fraternity at the meeting.
BSSA Committee Meeting – Avicultural Expo Planning
The Budgerigar Society of South Australia (BSSA) committee also convened this week, with discussions focusing heavily on the upcoming Avicultural Expo to be held in Fullarton. Planning for this major event is already well underway, with the committee fine-tuning details around sale birds, displays, in what they hope will be a wide range of bird enthusiasts. The Expo will not only showcase budgerigars but also feature other avian varieties, making it a vibrant day for the broader avicultural community.
North East Budgerigar Society Committee Meeting
Wednesday night saw the North East Budgerigar Society (NEBS) committee gather for their regular committee meeting. As always, the discussions were practical and forward-looking, addressing both the club’s day-to-day operations and longer-term planning. Events for the balance of 2025 were locked away, and NEBS looks forward to delivering its next meeting, which will be a Zoom interview with Col Flanagan from Victoria. NEBS is also holding over their Mega Auctions now until March of 2026, to avoid any issues freighting birds during the Summer months.
Tri Club Cup Show Schedule Released
Rounding out the week, the much-anticipated show schedule for the Tri Club Cup was officially released online. This announcement has generated excitement among exhibitors across the state, as the Interclub and Tri Club Cup is always a highlight of the exhibition calendar. With classes now confirmed, members can begin planning their entries and preparing their birds for competition. The release of the schedule also underscores the collaborative nature of South Australian clubs, as the Tri Club Cup brings together societies to showcase the very best of the fancy. Exhibitors are eager to see how their birds will perform, while the friendly inter-club rivalry ensures a spirited and enjoyable event. |
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| Our friends at Media Stable have done a wonderful job in highlighting the virtues of budgies.
From Cage to Centre Stage – the Quest to Find Australia’s Ultimate Pet Budgie
Is your budgie a born performer? Can your feathered friend do chin ups? Ride a tiny bike? Chirp the national anthem? Play budgie soccer? Speak Japanese? Whatever their talent Budgie Fest 2025 is looking for Australia’s ultimate pet budgie and it could be yours. This year entrants are being encouraged to send in a short 30-90 second video showing off their bird’s talent, to win big prizes. “We’re excited to showcase the talent of Australia’s best budgies,” Budgie Expert Troy Holmes said. “They’re such clever birds, and this removes performance anxiety on the day in front of a crowd for the budgie and its owner, plus we get to share these videos and bring some joy back into people’s lives.” So, get your quirky, chirpy bird ready to roll in front of the cameras and let’s find Australia’s most talented budgie. |
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| Budgie Fest Accommodation for Interstate Visitors
Alex Prez from Cruise Advisors has a fantastic package on offer, for anyone looking to come in for the weekend for Budgie Fest in October. If you’re looking to come in on the Thursday, and take advantage of our proposed aviary visits, leaving on the Sunday, the following packages are on offer:
23-26 October
- Superior King – $1131.30
- Deluxe King – $1239.30
If you’re coming in on the Friday, and out on the Sunday, the following is available.
24-26 October
- Superior King – $799.20
- Deluxe King – $880.20
Rates are total for the stay period. List inclusions are an upgrade at check-in if available, breakfast for 2 daily, US$100 Hotel credit, as well as early check in and late checkout if available.
To book, contact:
Alex Prez
Independent Travel Specialist
Savenio – Signature Travel Experiences
& Independent Travel Designer Solutions
Mobile 0434 774 830
Email alex.prez@savenio.com.au |
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| Check out the collaboration between our partners Hentley Farm, and Budgie Fest’s own artist, Dr. Daniel Connell! |
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| Just the one online auction this week, from the BSSA – Auction 26 for 2025, and one live auction on Sunday in Western Australia (South West). |
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BSSA Auction 26 for 2025🦜
Closing Date: September 21st 2025
Lots Available: 10
The Budgerigar Society of South Australia (BSSA) is proud to present Auction 26 for 2025. The auction offers an exciting selection of 10 birds from George England, Dave Miller, and Ken & Janet Harris. Varieties on offer include Cinnamonwings, Normal Greens, Dominant Pieds, Normal Greys, Normal Grey Greens, and Opaline Cinnamonwings. Bloodlines behind the birds include Mick & Deb Gearing, Craig Barnett, Eric Whitton, K & J Harris, Holmes Family, George England, Sue Adams, M & K Murphy, and Deane Grantham. Among the offerings is a Craig Barnett rung hen, supplied by Dave Miller. With such a diverse range of varieties and bloodlines, the auction presents an exceptional opportunity to add valuable birds to your collection.
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🐦 Balaklava Agricultural Show
📅 Saturday September 27th
📍 BalaklavaHelp us make the Balaklava Agricultural Show a Status Movement Show for Budgerigars, by benching 80 budgerigars! Entries close today, Friday September 19th. For more information, contact Bob Simpson. |
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🐦 Adelaide Bird Expo
📅 Sunday September 28th 2025 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
📍 Fullarton Community Centre, 411 Fullarton Road, FullartonBelow are the details for the Adelaide Bird Expo. Its a great opportunity to buy and sell birds, with species beyond budgies to keep everyone engaged. We’re calling on members to come along and help promote both our amazing club and the hobby itself. If you’d like to sell birds, please ensure they are housed in standard show cages (wire cages are not allowed), and that prices are clearly displayed. We also need display birds to showcase the wide variety of budgie species we have! Setup begins at 9am, and the event will wrap up by 12:30pm. Lunch will be available too. Please contact your Club if you’d like to be involved. |
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🐦 BSSA Come & Try Night
📅 Tuesday October 7th 2025 @ 7:30 pm
📍 Unley Community Centre, 18 Arthur St UnleyJoin the BSSA for their upcoming Come & Try Night! Designed to encourage new members into the hobby. |
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🐦 Col Flanagan Zoom Interview & Virtual Aviary Tour
📅 Wedensday October 8th 2025 @ 7:30 pm
📍 Hectorville Community Centre, 47 Reid Avenue, HectorvilleJoin the North East, as they do a virtual aviary visit with former BCV President Col Flanagan, and a live Q & A, where he will walk members through his observations from his recent trip to Europe. |
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🐦 Doug & Ruth Lange Aviary Tour & PPBS Meeting
📅 Sunday October 19th 2025
📍 Maitland (Yorke Peninsula)Join the Port Pirie Budgerigar Society (PPBS) for an exciting day at Doug & Ruth’s with the Young Birds and UBCs 2025 event! All 2025-rung birds are welcome, and the Port Pirie Club is aiming for 10 birds per member (5 UBC’s and 5 Young Birds) to ensure a good competition, as well as adequate staging. PPBS are extending a warm invitation to guests from other clubs to participate—no need for pre-entry, just bring your birds on the day for an 11 AM start.This is a great opportunity to compete for both the Best UBC and Best Young Bird. It’s also a chance to showcase your birds, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and enjoy some spirited competition over some great catering and even better banter.The day will also include an aviary tour of Doug & Ruth’s, which is always a great time. |
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🐦 Budgie Fest 2025
📅 Saturday October 25th
📍 Campbelltown Function Centre, 172 Montacute Road, Rostrevor |
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| 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. |
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A reminder that entries for the Balaklava show have been extended to today, with Show Manager Bob Simpson. These entries will require for the exhibitor to pick up the stickers on the day. Bob advises that entries are heading towards the magical number of 80 birds, so if you’re able, please set aside some entries to make this show a status movement event, while promoting the hobby to those visiting the rural agricultural show.
Until next week. |
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September
- Friday 19th September – Entries Close – Balaklava Show
- Saturday 27th September – Balaklava Show
- Sunday 28th September – Avicultural Society Bird Expo, Adelaide
October
- Tuesday 7th October – BSSA Come & Try Night, Unley Community Centre, 18 Arthur Street Unley
- Wednesday 8th October – NEBS Monthly Meeting, 47 Reid Avenue, Hectorville
- Sunday 19th October – Port Pirie Meeting, Aviary Visit & Show, Maitland
- Saturday 25th October – Budgie Fest/Tri Club Cup/Interclub, Campbelltown
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