Photographed by John Barkla. Gouldian-Finch.

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

Find out more about our bird conservation work around the country with our monthly media round-up.

Celebrating Birds on Farms champions John Shepherd and Dougald Frederick

Australia’s new nature laws: Are birds better off?

The highly contagious H5 bird flu strain has been detected in southern elephant seals on Australia’s Heard Island.

We're thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025 BirdLife Australia Photography Awards!

Find out more about our bird conservation work around the country with our monthly media round-up.

We're thrilled to announce the finalists of the 2025 BirdLife Australia Photography Awards!

With the potential outbreak of H5 bird flu on Heard Island, we take a look at some of the special birds which live there.

2025 NSW Regent Honeyeater release update