Australian National Budgerigar Council (ANBC)

The Australian National Budgerigar Council (ANBC) stands as the premier organisation overseeing the breeding, exhibition, and overall promotion of budgerigars in Australia. As the authoritative body in the field, the ANBC unites enthusiasts, breeders, and clubs through the States and Zones, fostering a thriving community dedicated to the welfare and enhancement of these vibrant birds. The council establishes rigorous standards for breeding and exhibition, ensuring the highest quality and uniformity in budgerigar shows and competitions. Through education, research, and advocacy, the ANBC plays a pivotal role in advancing knowledge, best practices, and the appreciation of budgerigars, solidifying its position as the peak body for the Australian budgerigar community.

More About the ANBC & It’s Functions

The ANBC is an incorporated body under the laws of the Australian Capital Territory whose membership comprises seven-(7) state or zone-based budgerigar organisations. The ANBC’s primary function is to annually hold the Australian Championship Show and to facilitate and coordinate policies for adoption of its member organisations. It enables its member bodies to coordinate cooperative actions on matters on which such bodies agree with respect to show rules, judging and standard and policies which are of common interest to its member bodies. The ANBC also represents Australian Budgerigar breeders interests at international bodies concerning Budgerigars or matters pertaining to international trade in birds, welfare and wellbeing.

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ANBC 2025 National Championship Show

May 23rd – May 25th 2025, Brothers League Club, Cairns, QLD

Welcome to North Queensland Budgerigar Zone update for the 49th ANBC Annual Championship Show being held in Cairns from 23 – 25 May 2024.
This update includes a snap shot of the weekend events, tour options available during your stay in Cairns, as well as NQBZ’s preferred accommodation option, a short stroll from the Championship Show venue.

Schedule of Events

The weekend events will commence with Registration collection Friday afternoon. The Friday Night Meet and Greet incorporating “On the Perch” will commence at 6 pm at the Brothers League Club. This night is a great interactive event to catch up with old and new friends and exhibitors incorporating the ANBC “On the Perch”. Next, Saturday will see judging at the Brothers League Club commencing around 9 am and continue on again on Sunday from 9 am. The Auction on Sunday will commence around 1.30 pm, concluding the Sunday show events around 3.30pm.
Finally, the Presentation Dinner at the Brothers Leagues Club will open at 6.30 pm for a 7.00 pm start.

More To Do in Cairns

For those that would like to see a little more than budgies in boxes Saturday and Sunday, Cairns offers a variety of attractions including Cairns Aquarium, Botanical Gardens and Centenary Lakes, Cairns Shopping Centre, Tanks Art Centre or a stroll along the Esplanade and Lagoon.

Saturday 24th May Evening

Saturday Night you can relax for Dinner on the Spirit of Cairns Inlet Cruise boarding at 6.30 pm for 2.5 hours – min numbers are required.

Monday 26th May Day Tour

Full day tour leaving the Cairns Colonial Club @9.00 am – Kuranda Sky rail and Cableway. Firstly, travel on the Kuranda Scenic rail from Freshwater to Kuranda. To that end, explore Kuranda and the markets, transferring to the Skyrail rainforest cableway to Smithfield. Finally, leave the Skyrail terminal and return back to Cairns Colonial Club at approximately 5 pm.

Tuesday 27th May Day Tour

Visit Historic Herberton Village! Full day tour leaving Cairns at 8.00 am to visit Herberton Historic Village travelling though the Kuranda Range. Depart the Historic Village after lunch to visit the platypus and the unique attraction of the Curtain Fig Tree. Next, return down the scenic Gillie Range and through cane fields neat Gordonvale. Finally, arrive back at Cairns Colonial Club around 5 pm.

Wednesday 28th Full Day Cruise – Big Cat Cruises

Leave the Cairns Colonial Club at 8.30 am for a full day with up to 5.5 hours on Green Island. For those eager explorers, you can choose snorkel gear or a glass bottom boat tour. To that end, minimum numbers of 45 people are required. A buffet lunch is available for the full day tour. Furthermore, there may be an option for 2-hour tour on Green Island (bus transfers not included). Green Island offers a range of activities.

Thursday 29th May 2025 – Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures

Embark on a full day of adventure as you depart Cairns Colonial Club at 8:00 am. Firstly, at 9:00 am, you can kick off the excitement with the Cassowary Feeding or a fascinating Crocodile Farm Tour. Next, at 10:00 am, head over to the Snake Show, followed by Croc Feeding at 11:00 am. Enjoy a lunch break at 1:00 pm or revisit the Crocodile Farm Tour. For those still captivated by reptiles, the Snake Show is on again at 2:00 pm. Consider booking a wildlife photo shoot to create a unique Facebook profile picture or a memorable keepsake for your wall. At 3:00 pm, don’t miss the thrilling Crocodile Attack Show. Finally, your day concludes with a return to Cairns Colonial Club around 4:00 pm. Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures offers a variety of wildlife encounters—visit their website via the link for full details!

All tours are minimum numbers required – prices will be on the registration form released in January 2025. To that end, full refunds will be made should a day trip not proceed. Moreover, contact Bruce Schuster (Show Coordinator) on 0426 731 339 for further details.

More Details

The North Queensland Budgerigar Zone extends a warm invitation to all budgerigar enthusiasts, their families, and friends to join us in Cairns, North Queensland, for the 2025 Australian National Budgerigar Council (ANBC) Championship Show. This exciting event takes place at the Brothers Leagues Club, a premier venue perfect for our championship. For your convenience, accommodation is available at the Cairns Colonial Club Resort, just 600 meters from the venue, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all attendees.

Join us for the 2025 ANBC Nationals in Cairns for a spectacular showcase of the finest budgerigars, engaging activities, and the chance to connect with fellow enthusiasts in the beautiful setting of Cairns. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of a memorable event!