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Ensuring Australia’s Birds are Heard by the 48th Parliament

Birdlife Australia
Saturday, 3 May 2025

The new Australian Government must address the urgent challenges facing nature, our communities and the birdlife we all treasure.

Aussie Bird Count

What bird is that? Wattlebirds

Birdlife Australia
Saturday, 7 October 2023

In this video, we’re talking all things wattlebirds – and the easiest ways to tell which one is visiting your garden!

Australian Bird of the Year

Your 2023 Bird of the Year is...

Birdlife Australia
Friday, 6 October 2023

Threatened species triumph in the 2023 Bird of the Year poll.

Aussie Bird Count

What Bird is That? Myna and Miner

Birdlife Australia
Tuesday, 3 October 2023

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

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Vale Margaret Cameron AM, 1937–2023

Birdlife Australia
Monday, 2 October 2023

The passing of a tireless and enthusiastic President

Bird of the month

Bird of the Month: October 2023

Birdlife Australia
Sunday, 1 October 2023

Brahminy Kite

5 things

5 Things you may or may not know about Plumed Whistling-Duck

Birdlife Australia
Sunday, 1 October 2023

Plumed Whistling-Duck

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!