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Victorian GMA greenlights longer, deadlier duck hunts

Birdlife Australia
Friday, 28 February 2025

BirdLife Australia is deeply concerned by the Victorian GMA’s decision to extend this year’s duck hunting season while introducing a higher bag limit

Australian Bird of the Year

BirdLife Australia's Bird of the Year Picks: Top 7

Birdlife Australia
Tuesday, 26 September 2023

Don’t know who to vote for in the Guardian/BirdLife Australia Bird of the Year poll? Let us inspire you with our top 7 picks!

Aussie Bird Count

What Bird is That? Ravens and Crows

Birdlife Australia
Tuesday, 26 September 2023

In the leadup to this year’s Aussie Backyard Bird Count we're explaining the difference between commonly confused birds: Ravens and Crows.

Australian Bird of the Year

Australian Bird of the Year 2023: voting is open

Birdlife Australia
Monday, 25 September 2023

Calling all bird lovers – the 2023 Australian Bird of the Year competition starts now. From Bush Stone-curlews to Gang-gang cockatoos, may the best bird win!

News

Love a Plover

Birdlife Australia
Saturday, 16 September 2023

16 September is Plover Appreciation Day

Australian Bird of the Year

Australian Bird of the Year 2023: nominate a bird

Birdlife Australia
Wednesday, 13 September 2023

The Guardian/BirdLife Australia Bird of the Year poll is back in 2023 – and it’s time to nominate your favourite birds for the shortlist.

News

Leave that baby bird alone!

Birdlife Australia
Tuesday, 12 September 2023

Resist the ‘cute factor’

News

A new Regent record

Birdlife Australia
Monday, 4 September 2023

Regent Honeyeater flies 350 kilometres in 3 months

Media release

BirdLife Australia statement on the ‘Voice’ Referendum

Birdlife Australia
Thursday, 31 August 2023

BirdLife Australia statement on the ‘Voice’ Referendum

Media release

Ban recommended on recreational native bird hunting

Birdlife Australia
Thursday, 31 August 2023

BirdLife Australia welcomes the recommendation by the Select Committee on Victoria’s Recreational Native Bird Hunting Arrangements.