Media Centre
Contact details and media assets are available here for the Aussie Bird Count.
Join the conversation #AussieBirdCount
From 20-26 October 2025, Australians will head into their backyards for BirdLife Australia’s annual Aussie Bird Count.
Help us shine a light on Aussie birds and the Australians who love them.
Media Contact
For media interviews, image requests or questions, please contact James Johnson via media@birdlife.org.au or call 0423 659 324.
Images for Media Use
A selection of general images are available in this folder
You are also welcome to use the images below. Click on the image below to download a high-resolution copy of the file.
Image(s) must be credited as indicated below.
Hi-res images (click to download)
Rainbow Lorikeet
Image credit: Andrew Silcocks
Rainbow Lorikeet
Image credit: Andrew Silcocks
Noisy Miner
Image credit: Georgina Steytler (wildandendangered.com.au)
Australian Magpie
Image credit: Glenn Ehmke
Sulphur-crested Cockatoo
Image credit: Georgina Steytler (wildandendangered.com.au)
Welcome Swallow
Image credit: Georgina Steytler (wildandendangered.com.au)
Galah
Image credit: Georgina Steytler (wildandendangered.com.au)
Australia White Ibis
Image credit: Andrew Silcocks
House Sparrow
Image credit: Georgina Steytler (wildandendangered.com.au)
House Sparrow
Image credit: Andrew Silcocks
Background Information
Check out the results from the 2024 Aussie Bird Count.
For more information about Aussie birds visit the BirdLife Australia or Birds in Backyards websites.
Sean Dooley – BirdLife National Public Affairs Advisor
To many Australians, Sean Dooley is known simply as “The Birdman” due to his regular appearances across ABC and commercial radio across the country talking about birds as well as appearances on The Project, Gardening Australia and Weekend Sunrise. An author, former national birdwatching champion and BirdLife Australia’s National Public Affairs Advisor, Sean has been a leading voice for bird lovers around Australia. With a background in TV comedy writing and a passion for conservation, Sean offers unique insights into the intersection of environmental advocacy and popular culture.