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H5 bird flu explainer

Birdlife Australia
Thursday, 9 July 2026

H5 bird flu has arrived in Australia. Here's everything you need to know about the virus and how you can help.

General

Your 2024 BirdLife Australia Photography Awards finalists

Birdlife Australia
Friday, 22 November 2024

We're thrilled to announce the 2024 BirdLife Australia Photography Awards finalists!

News

How to bring birds to your backyard

Birdlife Australia
Friday, 1 November 2024

Simple ways to attract more native birds to your backyard.

General

Birds to look out for in November

Birdlife Australia
Friday, 1 November 2024

Find out more about birds to see around Australia in November, including Dollarbirds, Channel-billed Cuckoos and Tree Martins

Media release

Whalers Way - Endangered birds rocketed toward extinction

Birdlife Australia
Wednesday, 30 October 2024

BirdLife Australia believes Tanya Plibersek's decision to approve a rocket launch facility at Whalers Way could propel Endangered birds toward extinction.

News

Another 49 Regent Honeyeaters released on Wonnarua Country

Birdlife Australia
Friday, 18 October 2024

A NSW Regent Honeyeater release update

Act for birds

Kate Millar responds to Rio Tinto's Nature Laws statement

Birdlife Australia
Thursday, 17 October 2024

BirdLife Australia welcomes Rio Tinto’s statement urging the Federal Government to progress much-needed reforms to Australia’s Nature Laws.

Media release

Response to Avian Influenza Federal Funding announcement

Birdlife Australia
Monday, 14 October 2024

BirdLife Australia's response to Avian Influenza Federal Funding announcement

Aussie Bird Count

5 reasons why you should join the Aussie Bird Count

Birdlife Australia
Wednesday, 9 October 2024

Why join the Aussie Bird Count? If you’re on the fence, let us convince you with 5 reasons to count with us.

Aussie Bird Count

Meet your 2024 Aussie Bird Count Ambassadors

Birdlife Australia
Tuesday, 8 October 2024

With the Aussie Bird Count fast approaching, we’re thrilled to introduce our 2024 ambassadors!