BSSA Ron Norman Show 2025

🟡 B.S.S.A. Ron Norman 76th Annual Show 2025
In conjunction with the “BRASEA” State Show
📅 Sunday, 6th July 2025
📍 Ascot Park Scout Hall – 51 Sixth Street, Ascot Park

🐦 Show Details

This will be an OPEN SHOW – all current financial members of the BSSA or any recognised bird society are eligible to exhibit.
Status Movement Show – status points will apply.
Birds must be spotted for this event.
Exhibitors must label entries with status: “I” (Intermediate), “N” (Novice), or “J” (Junior).
All birds must be benched by 9:30 a.m., with judging to commence at 10:30 a.m. sharp.
Trophy Presentation at 2:00 p.m. – birds may not be removed prior.
Lunch provided for all exhibitors.

📝 Entry Details

Entries must be emailed to bssashowentry@gmail.com by Monday, 30th June.
No late entries will be accepted.
Direct all enquiries to Show Manager George England on 0418 819 705.
Entry Fee: $1.00 per bird for the first 20 birds entered. Payment due on show day.
Travel Reimbursement: Exhibitors entering 15 or more birds and travelling over 50 km will receive a $25 travel allowance.

📦 Show Cage & Seed Requirements

All birds to be exhibited in standard ANBC-approved show cages (chrome or powder-coated accepted).
Classes 61 and 62 are exempt from standard cage and closed ring rules.
Cages must be clean and safe; the Safety Officer may reject any deemed hazardous or unhealthy.
Use white ‘D’ drinkers, half full with seed, positioned at the bottom wire near the door.
Permitted seed mix: equal parts Canary, Jap, and White Millet.
A second dry drinker must be fitted four spaces left of the perch.
Cage base: white paper or plastic insert allowed.
Sticker placement: bottom left of the cage front.

⚠️ Important Notes

Forecast Heat Policy: If the Channel 7 6:00 p.m. News forecasts 32°C or above the evening prior, the Show will be cancelled. Exhibitors are responsible for checking the forecast.
Exhibits are shown at the owner’s risk, although due care will be taken by the Show Committee.

Link to Entry Form – BSSA Show Entry Form

Ron Norman Show 2025 – Trophy List & Class Schedule

Major Awards

Grand Champion: Trophy + $75 + Avian Vitality Voucher
Reserve Champion Cock: Trophy + $20
Reserve Champion Hen: Trophy + $20
Third Champion Cock: Trophy + $20
Third Champion Hen: Trophy + $20
Fourth Champion Cock: Trophy + $20
Fourth Champion Hen: Trophy + $20

Intermediate Awards (Sponsored by Yankalilla Seeds / Nature’s Harvest)

Champion Intermediate: Trophy + $20 + Avian Vitality Voucher + 10kg Premium Budgie Mix
Reserve Intermediate Cock: Trophy + $10
Reserve Intermediate Hen: Trophy + $10

Novice Awards (Sponsored by Yankalilla Seeds / Nature’s Harvest)

Champion Novice: Trophy + $20 + Avian Vitality Voucher + 10kg Premium Budgie Mix
Reserve Novice Cock: Trophy + $10
Reserve Novice Hen: Trophy + $10
Novice Points Award: 20kg Premium Budgie Mix (Most accumulated points)

Junior Award

Best Junior Exhibit: Trophy + $10

Ron Norman 2025 Special Awards

This is a BRASEA Clearwing Challenge and a Golden Crest Award event.

Best of Variety winners receive a Gold Breeders Award
31 Class Winners receive $15 prize money + rosette

Best of Variety – BSSA

Normal Green Series
Normal Grey Green
Normal Blue Series
Normal Grey
Yellow Faced Blue
Dilute
Lutino
Albino
Dark Eyed Clear
Cinnamonwing
Spangle D/F
Opaline
Opaline AOSV
Normal Spangle
Spangle AOSV
Dominant Pied
Australian White Cap
AOSV/NSV

Best of Variety – BRASEA

Normal Visual Violet
Australian Golden Faced Blue (DF)
Blackeyed Self
Clearwing
Greywing
Clearbody
Lacewing
Fallow
Recessive Pied
Crested
Rainbow
Yellow Faced AOSV
Bush/Pet Budgie

Class Schedule – BSSA

BSSA Class Schedule

Class	Description
1	Normal Green Cock
2	Normal Green Hen
3	Normal Greygreen Cock
4	Normal Greygreen Hen
5	Normal Blue Cock
6	Normal Blue Hen
7	Normal Grey Cock
8	Normal Grey Hen
9	Normal Yellow Faced Blue Cock
10	Normal Yellow Faced Blue Hen
11	Dilute Yellow / White Cock
12	Dilute Yellow / White Hen
13	Lutino Cock
14	Lutino Hen
15	Albino Cock
16	Albino Hen
17	Dark Eyed Clear Cock
18	Dark Eyed Clear Hen
19	Cinnamonwing ASC Cock
20	Cinnamonwing ASC Hen
21	Spangle D/F ASC Cock
22	Spangle D/F ASC Hen
23	Opaline ASC Cock
24	Opaline ASC Hen
25	Opaline AOSV ASC Cock
26	Opaline AOSV ASC Hen
27	Normal Spangle Cock
28	Normal Spangle Hen
29	Spangle AOSV Cock
30	Spangle AOSV Hen
31	Dominant Pied ASC/ASV Cock
32	Dominant Pied ASC/ASV Hen
33	Australian White Cap Cock
34	Australian White Cap Hen
35	AOSV/NSV Cock
36	AOSV/NSV Hen

Notes:

Class 25 & 26 include: Black Eyed Self, Dilute, Clearwing, Greywing, Cinnamonwing
Class 29 & 30 include: Greywing, Cinnamonwing, Opaline, Fallow
Class 35 & 36 include: Dark Wing, Saddleback, Cinnamonwing Clearwing & Greywing

Abbreviations:
D/F – Double Factor
S/F – Single Factor
NSV – Non Standard Variety

BRASEA Class Schedule

Class	Description
37	Normal Visual Violet Cock
38	Normal Visual Violet Hen
39	Australian Golden Faced Blue (DF) Cock
40	Australian Golden Faced Blue (DF) Hen
41	Black Eyed Self Cock
42	Black Eyed Self Hen
43	Clearwing ASC Cock
44	Clearwing ASC Hen
45	Greywing ASC Cock
46	Greywing ASC Hen
47	Clearbody ASC (Includes Opaline) Cock
48	Clearbody ASC (Includes Opaline) Hen
49	Lacewing ASC (Includes Opaline) Cock
50	Lacewing ASC (Includes Opaline) Hen
51	Fallow ASC (Includes Opaline) Cock
52	Fallow ASC (Includes Opaline) Hen
53	Recessive Pied ASC Cock
54	Recessive Pied ASC Hen
55	Crested ASC/ASV Cock
56	Crested ASC/ASV Hen
57	Rainbow Cock
58	Rainbow Hen
59	Yellow Faced/Golden Faced Blue S/F AOSV Cock
60	Yellow Faced/Golden Faced Blue S/F AOSV Hen
61	Bush or Pet Budgerigar ASC/ASV Cock
62	Bush or Pet Budgerigar ASC/ASV Hen
63	Junior ASC/ASV Cock
64	Junior ASC/ASV Hen

Additional Notes:

Class 39 & 40 = Double Factor (DF) Australian Golden Faced Blue
Class 59 & 60 = All Yellow Faced / Golden Faced combinations (excluded from Classes 11–56)
Class 61 & 62 = May be non-rung birds in non-standard cages

Abbreviations:
ASC – Any Standard Colour
ASV – Any Standard Variety
AOSV – Any Other Standard Variety

Note:
– Classes 25–26 include Blackeyed Self, Dilute, Clearwing, Greywing, Cinnamonwing.
– Classes 29–30 include Greywing, Cinnamonwing, Opaline, Fallow.
– Classes 35–36 include Dark Wing, Saddleback, Cinnamonwing Clearwing/Greywing.

Entry Instructions Ron Norman 2025

Complete class number and description for each entry.
Add your contact details at the bottom of the form.
Email your entry to bssashowentry@gmail.com.
Cage number stickers will be mailed to your address before the show.
Bring your printed form on show day and write the cage number on it to help with bird collection.

🙌 Remembering Ron Norman

Ron Norman was a dedicated and long-serving member of the Budgerigar Society of South Australia (BSSA). Over the years, he held numerous key positions within the club, including Club President and Trading Officer. As a respected Major Award judge and ANBC delegate, Ron travelled extensively across South Australian clubs—sharing his expertise, judging birds, and generously offering guidance, particularly to novice members such as Marie and Kerry Murphy.

His commitment extended beyond the show bench. Ron proudly served as a bird carer for the South Australian team at many ANBC National Titles, always ensuring the welfare of the birds and the smooth running of the team. His tireless service stands as a model of dedication and community spirit—qualities essential to the survival and success of any club.

On a personal note, Ron resided in Underdale and was affectionately known for his signature look—always turning up to budgie events in a suit jacket. A passionate follower of horse racing, Ron was rarely seen without his pockets brimming with racing tickets. And those who knew him well would joke that you should never stand between Ron and his wallet!

Ron was truly a one-of-a-kind character—generous, passionate, and deeply embedded in the fabric of the budgerigar community. His legacy continues to inspire all who share in the hobby he loved so much.