Australian National Budgerigar Council (ANBC)

50th Annual Trill™ Expert ANBC National Titles Update

As we gear up for the 50th National Show, the SQBBA National Show Committee is excited to share some major developments that will make the 2026 Nationals a truly unmissable weekend for all budgerigar enthusiasts!

🌍 Second International Guest Confirmed: Ali Bouresli!

We’re thrilled to announce that Ali Bouresli from Kuwait has been invited to attend the 2026 Nationals! This is a huge milestone for the Australian budgerigar community and will bring a wealth of international experience and knowledge to our event. Coupled with the previously announced appointment of Richard Miller as a judge, the Nationals will now host two of the world’s leading budgerigar figures.

🎤 Unmissable Events

Saturday Night Presentations
• Ali Bouresli will give a keynote talk, similar to the one he presented at the World Budgerigar Organisation Show earlier this year.
• Richard Miller will also take the stage, making Saturday evening a true highlight of the weekend.
• Friday Night – On the Perch Special
We’re switching things up! This year’s On the Perch will feature Ali Bouresli and Richard Miller – a change from our usual TV personalities to budgerigar royalty.

Livestream Commentary

Ali will also join the judging livestream, offering expert insights during the event.
You’ll also have plenty of opportunities to chat birds with Ali and Richard throughout the weekend – a rare chance to learn from global leaders in the hobby!

🖼️ Be Part of the 50-Year Celebration

To mark this incredible 50-year milestone, we’re compiling a Wall of Photos & Memorabilia. This display will take patrons on a visual journey through the history of the Nationals.
If you have old photos, stories, or budgie-related memorabilia, we’d love to hear from you. We’ll begin collecting items in the New Year, so keep an eye out for our call for contributions!

🐦 Let’s Make the 2026 Nationals Unforgettable

The SQBBA is working hard to ensure the 50th National Show is not only a celebration of where we’ve come from but also a launchpad into the future of our beloved hobby. With international guests, engaging events, and a weekend full of learning and connection, this is shaping up to be a Nationals like no other.

Reserve your accommodation with our official travel partner, Cruise Advisors – alex.prez@savenio.com.au 

Or Submit Your Accommodation Expression of Interest Here

Stay tuned for more details soon! Check out https://anbc.org.au/news/2026-anbc-show/ for the latest information.

Budgie Fest in South Australia

Join the BCSA for Budgie Fest 2025!

Get ready—Budgie Fest 2025 is here, and this year it’s all about your budgie’s star power! We’re calling on pet budgie owners from across Australia to showcase their feathered friends like never before. Whether your budgie loves to chatter, play, or perform clever tricks, this is their time to shine!

This year, you can enter by submitting a video of your budgie’s best moment—talking, playing, or showing off those clever moves. These videos will be featured throughout the festival, and the most impressive performances will take home the glory.

Budgie Fest 2025 grand finale will happen on Saturday afternoon at the Campbelltown Convention Centre, 172 Montacute Road, Rostrevor. It’s more than an event—it’s a nationwide celebration of our love for these incredible little birds.

A Day of Fun for All

Join the BCSA between Noon and 3 PM at the Campbelltown Function Centre for a FREE FAMILY FUN DAY filled with all things budgies. Kids can enjoy face painting, magic shows, colouring competitions, and even free 5-minute vet checks for feathered friends. Adults can relax with a Barossa wine tasting thanks to our partners at Hentley Farm and enjoy a live art demonstration inspired by—you guessed it—budgies!

How to Enter Budgie Fest 2025

This year’s awards will be based on your video entries, so get filming! Be in the running to be 🥇🐦 Chirp-Champion 2025 – The Ultimate Best Pet Budgie of the year

Grab your camera, capture your budgie’s personality, and be part of Australia’s biggest celebration of budgies. Don’t miss out—Budgie Fest 2025 is your bird’s moment to shine!

🎥 Film your budgie: Record a short video (30–90 seconds) of your budgie talking, playing, or performing tricks.
⬆️ Submit your entry: Upload your video via here.

Enter Your Budgie Here

📅 Deadline: Submit entries by Friday, October 17th, 2025.
🏆 Winners announced: The overall Chirp-Champion 2025 will be revealed live at the festival finale!

Every child gets a SHOWBAG….. and best of all, IT IS FREE!!!

Get Your Tickets Here

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Budgie Fest First Prize

For the budgie crowned our Chirp Champion, our friends at Trill Expert are providing a truly royal prize – a whole year’s supply of premium feed! That’s right – the King or Queen of Budgies will dine like royalty with Trill Expert for an entire year. 🏆🐦

Finally, follow the BCSA socials for the most up to date information on Budgie Fest 2025!