Go in the draw to win a prize when you count
All you need to do is register and submit a bird count.
Your bird sightings could win you something special
Each year, thanks to our generous Aussie Bird Count sponsors, you’ll go in the draw to when a prize when you submit a count.
Here’s what you could win
Celebrate the beloved Fairy-wren!
Blue Wren Bowl with Kangaroo Apple Flower by Fiona Hiscock. The decoration on this bowl depicts a pair of Fairy Wrens taking cover in Kangaroo Apple foliage, as typically seen on the Maribyrnong River close to Fiona’s home. This work aims to highlight the close connection of birds to their local habitat, and the connection we all share in caring for the unique and fragile biodiversity of this continent. This prize is valued at $2,600.
Look the part with this apparel pack!
Weekend Birder podcast has teamed up with Aussie small businesses who are doing good for birds and the planet. This prize includes Gang-Gang Cockatoo earrings from Pixie Nut & Co, 2 pairs of socks from Sydney Sock Project, caps from Hey Mo and Sydney Bird Club, a pin and embroidered patch from Bridget Farmer and two Weekend Birder t-shirts of your choice. Prize pack valued at $270
Add this beautifully illustrated artwork to your wall
Win a Create Your Own Flock custom print (unframed). Measuring 100 x 42cm, this stunning piece allows you to choose five of your favourite Australian birds from Eggpicnic’s iconic collection. This artwork is lovingly illustrated and ready to take pride of place in your home. Prize pack valued at $385
Take your birding to the next level with this Song Meter Micro 2 compact passive acoustic recorder.
Record birds, amphibians, terrestrial mammals, soundscapes, and more for up to 280 hours.
The prize pack includes 1 x Song Meter Micro 2, 4 x AA batteries, 1 x 64GB SD card and 1 hour set up session with a Specialist from Faunatech. RRP $258.50
Discover the remarkable Australian native birds in your backyard, local parks and streets, with This Bird, published by CSIRO Publishing.
Written by Astred Hicks in collaboration with bird scientist Dr Holly Parsons, and featuring Astred’s distinctive and engaging illustrations, This Bird features fun facts about some remarkable Australian native birds and hints on where (and how) to find them!
This prize copy is donated by CSIRO Publishing. RRP $32.99
A curated bundle of beautifully illustrated books.
Bridget Farmer is an award-winning Australian author and printmaker. Her illustrations and original art capture the essence of Australia’s birds in soft tones and loose lines, expressing their energy and character. Bridget’s books have been enjoyed by nature-loving children (and parents) for the last 10 years. She is passionate about passing on her love of birds and conservation to the next generation.
A signed copy of Living with Wildlife, by Tanya Loos – the perfect companion for any nature lover.
Possums in the roof, an echidna in the garden, or perhaps a python in the pantry? Living with Wildlife: A Guide for Our Homes and Backyards explores commonly asked questions and issues about encounters with wildlife. Taking a wildlife-friendly approach, Tanya Loos provides practical information, advice and solutions, based on current guidance from wildlife rescue organisations and the latest research. RRP$39.99
A signed copy of The Big Twitch; one man, one continent, a race against time – a true story about birdwatching.
Sean Dooley seems like a well adjusted, functioning member of society but beneath the respectable veneer he harbours a dark secret. He is a hard-core birdwatcher (aka twitcher’).
Sean takes a year off to try to break the Australian twitching record – he has to see more than 700 birds in twelve months. Travelling the length and breadth of Australia, he stops at nothing in search of this birdwatching Holy Grail, blowing his inheritance, his career prospects and any chance he has of finding a girlfriend. RRP $29.99
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