Photographed by John Barkla. Gouldian-Finch.

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BirdLife Castlemaine District eNews April 2026

BirdLife Australia calls for urgent ban on rat poisons devastating wildlife

While the 2026 duck hunting season has begun, the fight to end recreational native bird shooting in Australia continues.

Announcing the 2026 BirdLife Australia Photography Awards – and our top tips to help take your bird photography to the next level.

H5 bird flu is confirmed to be spreading among the wildlife on Australia’s Heard Island in the remote sub-Antarctic.

BirdLife Castlemaine District eNews March 2026

Putting water out for birds is an easy way to help the native birds around you during hot weather.

BirdLife Castlemaine District eNews February 2026

Various honours awarded to the BirdLife Australia family