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ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 16TH DECEMBER, 2011
The committee requests everyone to provide goodies for the christmas party table, and a donation to the monster hamper which will be raffled on this night. Don’t forget that santa will be arriving and all children, 12 years and under, will receive a small gift from his santa sack, if you have advised Nola that they will be attending.
February, 2012 will see the running of our 53rd Annual Show. After many months of planning, the schedule is now printed, and includes some new features. To run such a prestigious event we require all members to help in its success; stewards, gophers, tea ladies will be needed. Could you advise Show Manager, Jim Baker as soon as possible if you are able to assist? Schedules will be available at the meeting.
NOVEMBER MEETING
This month Jean Painter chaired an “Open Forum” and co-ordinated John Hewitt and Warren Wilson to provide comments on the questions and discussion points put forward. Many interesting topics were raised including feeding, medications, vitamin supplements, weaning of young birds and artificial insemination. The interaction of the audience and speakers made it a most interesting evening.
Table show results:
Ron Hunt judged the 84 birds benched for the last night of our Annual Young Bird Point Score Competition.
CHAMPION BIRD Jean Painter.
CHAMPION NOVICE ADULT FEATHER Carlo Arfi.
CHAMPION NOVICE UNBROKEN CAP Steve Bonello.
CHAMPION OPEN UNBROKEN CAP Thorsby Family
BEST DOMINANT PIED Jean Painter. BEST DOUBLE FACTOR SPANGLE John Hewitt.
BEST CLEARBODY Thorsby Family.
The table show final point score tallys a re-
Open/Intermediate 1st Jim Baker 149, 2nd B & N Bradford 100, 3rd Thorsby Family 92, John Hewitt 68, Wilson Family 38, John Carter 32, Jean Painter 22,
Greg Gregoriou 20, Craig Geering 19, Yannakis & Lawless-Pyne 6
Novice 1st Carlo Arfi 108, Wyres & Clifton 53, Steve Bonello 44
Aviary Tour -Saturday, 19th November - Our aviary tour and barbecue lunch at
Andrew and Freda McFarland’s property at Nattai was well attended by our members.
The weather was fine and warm and we were able to enjoy their very large aviaries and birdroom. They also keep a number of large and small varieties of parrots. Andrew
made some quality birds available for sale, and members went away happy. John Hewitt was our Catering Officer on the day and he did a splendid job with the purchase of
sausages, onions, bread rolls and cold drinks. Colin Morgan was our cook and as
always did a great job.
Wedding Bells - Congratulations to Craig and Jodie Geering who were married on Saturday 26th November. We all send them our best wishes for their future happiness.
SERVICES SECTION
Terese has an extensive range of items on the services table.
Please check out the stock for your ‘bird room’.
Veta Farm and Dr.Rob Marshall’s products, cuttle fish, budgie breakfast,
show cage paper and much much more are available.
Terese is willing to purchase any items that you may require.
Elenbee Bird Seeds would like to thank all of the St. George members who purchase products from us. As our business is growing, we would very much appreciate your seed orders to be placed one week prior to your meeting night so as to give us time to prepare your individual mixes.
We thank you for your assistance.
Please note Barry and Terese will only be bringing ordered goods to our December meeting, so that they can enjoy the evening’s festivities.
Contact us on Tel: 9624-5129 or 9920-6720. Barry and Terese.
RING REGISTRAR
For all your ring purchases see our Ring Registrar, Charlie Halasz at our meeting nights. Tel: 0413-945-821.
2012 RING ISSUE (September 2011) - Coded $56.00 per 100, Uncoded $53.00 per 100, plus postage is $2-00. All orders must be completed with our Ring Registrar, Charlie Halasz.
CLUB SHORT SLEEVE POLO SHIRTS AND WARM ZIP-UPS WITH ST. GEORGE LOGOS
Our club ‘red’ shirts in polo style for boys and girls, warm fleecy style and club caps are now all available – some sizes in stock. These items would make a great Christmas present.
Sizes can be ordered at the meeting. – See Warren.
COMING EVENTS:
R.A.S. SHOW 2012 - 14th/15th/16th April, 2012, Entry Dates: 1.2.2011 Post, 8.2.2011 Email.
No late entries will be accepted.
JANUARY MEETING: “SHOW BUDGERIGARS” – DVD filmed by Molkentin Stud, South Africa. This presentation goes for 1 Hour and will commence at 8.30pm.
No Table Show.
FEBRUARY MEETING: Forum with a Powerpoint Presentation. No Table Show.
MARCH MEETING: Normal Table Show. Varieties of the Night TBA. Committee has agreed to trial the use of one Millet Spray in your Show Cage in next year’s Table Shows.
BSNSW 58th ANNUAL SHOW. Sunday, 18th March, 2012. Venue: The Bernie Mullane Sports Complex, Marella Road, KELLYVILLE. Entries taken: Wednesday and Thursday, 14th /15th March, 2012.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 18TH NOVEMBER, 2011
OCTOBER MEETING
We had a Powerpoint Presentation of Ghalib and Janice Al-Nasser’s new home in Suffolk, England where Jean Painter had stayed with them recently. Jean spoke on their new aviary/birdroom and all it’s features and this provided us with an interesting commentary of the fixtures and special items within this large set-up. Many photos of their birds were included in this presentation and Jean discussed their features.
Table Show results:
Bob Bourke judged the 38 birds benched.
CHAMPION BIRD John Hewitt. CHAMPION NOVICE Clifton & Wyres.
BEST NORMAL BLUE John Hewitt. BEST ALBINO Jim Baker
CHAMPION UNBROKEN CAP Thorsby Family
St George BSNSW Table Show Pointscore 2011
Open/Inter
Jim Baker 83, B & N Bradford 54, John Hewitt 42, Thorsby Family 30,
Craig Geering 19, Greg Gregoriou 16, John Carter 16, Yannakis & Lawless-Pyne 6
Novice
Wyres & Clifton 21, Carlo Arfi 18,
TABLE SHOWS
Note change regarding Status:
OPEN and INTERMEDIATE have been combined and Novice will be separate.
Table Show Schedules available from Jim Baker and will also be an email attachment to our Newsletter. They are also available at www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au so members can have their entries prepared.
SEPTEMBER TO DECEMBER ANNUAL POINT SCORE COMPETION
Please support our table show each month (2011/12 ring issues), unbroken capped and adult plumage only. NO ENTRY FEE
VARIETY CERTIFICATES AND BONUS POINTS FOR THE FOLLOWING:
NOVEMBER Dominant Pied, Double Factor Spangle, Clearbody.
Judge: Ron Hunt.
****Double Points in November ***
Bring along your gold and purple ringers 11/12 and be a winner
Open/Intermediate Bird of the Night to receive a $15.00 Meat tray.
Novice birds of the night to receive $15.00 voucher from Elenbee Bird Seeds.
WHATS ON
Aviary Tour in November -Saturday, 19th - Aviary tour and barbecue lunch at
Andrew McFarland’s property at Nattai. Betty has address and details if required.
LECTURES/FEATURES
November - Dr Rob Marshall - “Maintaining Fertility in your Stud”. Deferred to 2012 due to unforeseen family circumstances. Jean Painter will chair an “Open Forum”.
December - Christmas Party
Point Score winners of both Open/Intermediate and Novice to receive a gift basket, and the 2nd and 3rd placegetters will receive 10kg. of Budgie Mix (donated by John Hewitt).
SERVICES SECTION
Terese has an extensive range of items on the services table.
Please check out the stock for your ‘bird room’.
Veta Farm and Dr.Rob Marshall’s products, cuttle fish, budgie breakfast,
show cage paper and much much more are available.
Terese is willing to purchase any items that you may require.
Stop Press - New stocked item - Greens and Grains.
Elenbee Bird Seeds would like to thank all of the St. George members who purchase products from us. As our business is growing, we would very much appreciate your seed orders to be placed one week prior to your meeting night so as to give us time to prepare your individual mixes.
We thank you for your assistance.
Contact us on Tel: 9624-5129 or 9920-6720. Barry and Terese.
RING REGISTRAR
For all your ring purchases see our Ring Registrar, Charlie Halasz at our meeting nights. Tel: 0413-945-821.
2012 RING ISSUE (September 2011) - Coded $56.00 per 100, Uncoded $53.00 per 100, plus postage is $2-00. All orders must be completed with our Ring Registrar, Charlie Halasz.
CLUB SHORT SLEEVE POLO SHIRTS AND WARM ZIP-UPS WITH ST. GEORGE LOGOS
Our club ‘red’ shirts in polo style for boys and girls, warm fleecy style and club caps are now all available – some sizes in stock. These items would make a great Christmas present.
Sizes can be ordered at the meeting. – See Warren.
DROPPINGS FROM THE OCTOBER COMMITTEE MEETING.
A “meet and greet aviary/ birdroom visit” ( Nattai) on Saturday, 19th November has been confirmed with Andrew McFarland to look at his budgerigars and parrots. During that time we will have a barbecue lunch. The branch will provide sausages, onions, bread rolls and soft drinks. Please advise Betty Berry of your intention to attend for catering purposes and location of our visit. “This is a must see outing”.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH 53rd ANNUAL SHOW 2012 - Early preparation is underway. Your help with sponsorship or donations will be most beneficial to the Branch. Please speak to Sponsorship Co-ordinators, Bruce Bradford, John Hewitt or Warren Wilson. Sponsorship of a Breeder’s Trophy will be $25.00.
Our Christmas Meeting - 16th December will feature a monster hamper for our raffle. Your support is requested with donations of suitable goodies on the night. The Branch will supply hot party food, prawns and cold drinks. Could you also bring a plate to add something to our Festive Table.
NOTE: NO TABLE SHOW. SANTA will be coming, so please advise Nola of all children 12 years and under who will be attending.
MEMBERS PLEASE NOTE: The Attendance Book should be signed by all members each meeting. It has been noted that a few members have been forgetting to sign their name, and this is required for insurance purposes.
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MUTTERINGS FROM MANAGEMENT
- The State Team Challenge Competition in 2012 will only include 3 birds in each class from Branches and Affiliates. The vote was 16 returns to the General Secretary, 11 votes for 3 birds and 5 votes for 4 birds.
- The 2012 BSNSW Team Carers for the National in Geelong are: Ian Hanington, Geoff Wood and Andre Ozoux.
- Nola Bradford was elected the 2012 BSNSW Official Photographer.
- The Society has still not found an Editor for the “Budgerigar” magazine, and the recent issue was put together by a Committee. The meeting moved a vote of thanks to the Committee for the work carried out in organizing this task.
- At this stage the Society has not confirmed a Webmaster. However someone is interested in this task and is conferring with executives to see if they can accept the position.
- Warren Wilson’s name was put forward from the BSNSW to receive a Gould Award in recognition of his services to aviculture. This will go to the ANBC Secretary for consideration.
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ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 21ST OCTOBER, 2011
SEPTEMBER MEETING
Jean Painter provided us with a most interesting and informative coverage of her very recent trip to England and Scotland. Jean was invited to judge at The Aberdeen Budgerigar Society’s Annual Show on Sunday, 28th August in her home town of Aberdeen, Scotland. She spoke on the entry of the birds, judges’ slips, the schedule, awards, stewarding, show management and the general protocol in running their show.
Jean also spent some time with good friends, Ghalib and Janice Al-Nasser at their new home in Suffolk, England and spoke on their new aviary/birdroom and all it’s features. A Powerpoint Presentation of their birdroom, aviaries and budgerigars will be featured at our October meeting.
Warren Wilson judged the 62 birds benched.
CHAMPION BIRD John Carter. CHAMPION NOVICE Carlo Arfi.
BEST NORMAL GREEN John Carter. BEST AOSV OPALINE Thorsby Family.
BEST RECESSIVE PIED Jim Baker.
St George BSNSW Table Show Pointscore 2011
Open/Inter
Jim Baker 42, Craig Geering 19, John Hewitt 18, B & N Bradford 17,
Greg Gregoriou 16, John Carter 16, Thorsby Family 15
Novice
Carlo Arfi 18, Wyres & Clifton 12
TABLE SHOWS
Note change regarding Status:
OPEN and INTERMEDIATE have been combined and Novice will be separate.
Table Show Schedules available from Jim Baker and will also be an email attachment to our Newsletter, also available at www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au so members can have their entries prepared.
SEPTEMBER TO DECEMBER ANNUAL POINT SCORE COMPETION
Please support our table show each month (2011/12 ring issues), unbroken capped and adult plumage only. NO ENTRY FEE
VARIETY CERTIFICATES AND BONUS POINTS FOR THE FOLLOWING:
OCTOBER Normal Blue, Lutino, Albino
Judge: Bob Bourke
NOVEMBER Dominant Pied, Double Factor Spangle, Clearbody.
Judge: Ron Hunt.
WHATS ON
Aviary Tour in November -Saturday, 19th -Aviary tour and barbecue lunch at
Andrew McFarland’s property at Nattai.
LECTURES/FEATURES
October - “Problems in the Birdroom” Forum chaired by Jean Painter.
Also Power Point Presentation “ The Al-Nasser’s new Birdroom and Aviaries.
Commentary by Jean Painter.
November - Dr Rob Marshall.
December - Christmas Party.
Open/Intermediate and Novice birds of the night to receive $15.00 voucher from Elenbee
Point Scorer winners of both Open/Intermediate and Novice to receive a gift basket
ST GEORGE & ILLAWARRA BRANCHES COMBINED
35TH YOUNG BIRD SHOW –30th OCTOBER, 2011
YMCA HALL, 184 THE RIVER ROAD, REVESBY
Schedule is now on our Web Site.
SERVICES SECTION
Terese has an extensive range of items on the services table.
Please check out the stock for your ‘bird room’.
Veta Farm and Dr.Rob Marshall’s products, cuttle fish, budgie breakfast,
show cage paper and much much more are available.
Terese is willing to purchase any items that you may require.
Stop Press - New stocked item - Greens and Grains.
Elenbee Bird Seeds would like to thank all of the St. George members who purchase products from us. As our business is growing, we would very much appreciate your seed orders to be placed one week prior to your meeting night so as to give us time to prepare your individual mixes.
We thank you for your assistance.
Contact us on Tel: 9624-5129 or 9920-6720. Barry and Terese.
RING REGISTRAR
For all your ring purchases see our Ring Registrar, Charlie Halasz at our meeting nights. Tel: 0413-945-821.
Ring prices for 2011: $53-00 per 100 coded, $50-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
Charlie is not holding any further stock of these and would request members to contact BSNSW Ring Registrar, Barbara Wallis direct. Telephone 02 4228 3545.
2012 RING ISSUE (September 2011) - Coded $56.00 per 100, Uncoded $53.00 per 100, plus postage
is $2-00. All orders must be completed with our Ring Registrar, Charlie Halasz.
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS
The Society’s Annual Subscriptions from July, 2011 to 30th June, 2012 are now overdue. Please see Betty Berry to pay for your subs.
(LATE FEE now applies) Full Membership: $50-00, Pensioners: $30-00, Juniors: $15-00. Student 16 to 25 years of age $30.00.
CLUB POLO SHIRTS AND WARM ZIP-UPS WITH ST. GEORGE LOGOS
Our club ‘red’ shirts in polo style for boys and girls, warm fleecy style and club caps are now all available – some sizes in stock. These items would make a great present.
Sizes can be ordered at the meeting. –See Warren.
DROPPINGS FROM THE OCTOBER COMMITTEE MEETING.
35TH ANNUAL COMBINED YOUNG BIRD SHOW. Show Manager, Jim Baker is seeking assistance with the early morning set-up of the staging, chairs and tables this will be at 6.30am on Sunday. Please offer your services to him, to make it an easy day for us all. The same will apply at the end of the day.
A few items for the Morning Tea Table would also be appreciated.
A “meet and greet aviary/ birdroom visit” ( Nattai) on Saturday, 19th November has been confirmed with Andrew McFarland to look at his budgerigars and parrots. During that time we will have a barbecue lunch. The branch will provide sausages, bread rolls and soft drinks. Please advise Bruce Bradford of your intention to attend for catering purposes and location of our visit. “This is a must see outing”.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH 53rd ANNUAL SHOW 2012 - Early preparation is underway. Your help with sponsorship or donations will be most beneficial to the Branch. Please speak to Sponsorship Co-ordinators, Bruce Bradford, John Hewitt or Warren Wilson. Sponsorship of a Breeder’s Trophy will be $25.00.
Our Christmas Meeting - 16th December will feature a monster hamper for our raffle. Your support is requested with donations of suitable goodies on the night. The Branch will supply hot party food and cold drinks. Could you also bring a plate to add something to our Festive Table.
NOTE: NO TABLE SHOW. SANTA will be coming, so please advise Nola of all children 12 years and under who will be attending.
Coming event. Canberra Branch Annual Young Bird Show, Sunday 20th November 2011.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 16th SEPTEMBER, 2011
This was our second year of running an auction at our meeting night. Our thanks go to Auctioneer and Co-ordinator, John Hewitt for a job well done, with 156 lots being sold. Also thanks to David Thorsby, Warren Wilson, Steve Wackwitz and Betty Berry for all the preparation and the work they put into the night. Thanks of course also applies to all other members who were on hand to erect staging from 6.00 pm and have birds benched soon after, for the viewing to commence at 7.00 p.m. Security of the birds and cages were of great importance, and this task was capably done by a number of members, as was the assistance of others in the area of clerical and stewarding duties. It was most pleasing to see so many of our members working together with great enthusiasm to make the night such a successful venture. The continuous supper was appreciated by all, especially those who had travelled some distance to attend the night. The funds raised will greatly assist the running of our Annual Shows
TABLE SHOWS
Note change regarding Status:
OPEN and INTERMEDIATE have been combined and Novice will be separate.
Table Show Schedules available from Jim Baker and will also be an email attachment to our Newsletter, also available at www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au so members can have their entries prepared.
SEPTEMBER TO DECEMBER ANNUAL POINT SCORE COMPETION
Please support our table show each month (2011/12 ring issues), unbroken capped and adult plumage only. NO ENTRY FEE
VARIETY CERTIFICATES FOR THE FOLLOWING:
SEPTEMBER Normal Green, Opaline AOSV, Recessive Pied.
Judge: Warren Wilson.
OCTOBER Normal Blue Lutino, Albino,
Judge: Jean Painter.
NOVEMBER Dominant Pied, Double Factor Spangle, Clearbody.
Judge: Ron Hunt.
WHATS ON
Aviary Tour in November -Saturday, 19th -Aviary tour and barbecue lunch at Andrew McFarland’s property.
LECTURES/FEATURES
September - Forum on “Breeding and Birdroom Problems” chaired by Jean Painter.
October - TBA
November - Dr Rob Marshall.
December - Christmas Party.
Open/Intermediate and Novice birds of the night to receive $15.00 voucher from Elenbee
Point Scorer winners of both Open/Intermediate and Novice to receive a gift basket
ST GEORGE & ILLAWARRA BRANCHES COMBINED
35TH YOUNG BIRD SHOW –30th OCTOBER, 2011
YMCA HALL, 184 THE RIVER ROAD, REVESBY
Schedule is now on our Web Site.
SERVICES SECTION
Terese has an extensive range of items on the services table.
Please check out the stock for your ‘bird room’.
Veta Farm and Dr.Rob Marshall’s products, cuttle fish, budgie breakfast,
show cage paper and much much more are available.
Terese is willing to purchase any items that you may require.
Stop Press - New stocked item - Greens and Grains.
Elenbee Bird Seeds would like to thank all of the St. George members who purchase products from us. As our business is growing, we would very much appreciate your seed orders to be placed one week prior to your meeting night so as to give us time to prepare your individual mixes.
We thank you for your assistance.
Contact us on Tel: 9624-5129 or 9920-6720. Barry and Terese.
RING REGISTRAR – New Uncoded Rings available from Charlie.
For all your ring purchases see our Ring Registrar, Charlie Halasz at our meeting nights. Tel: 0413-945-821.
Ring prices for 2011: $53-00 per 100 coded, $50-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
2012 RING ISSUE (September 2011) - Coded $56.00 per 100, Uncoded $53.00 per 100, plus postage
is $2-00. All orders to be completed with our Ring Registrar, Charlie Halasz.
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS
The Society’s Annual Subscriptions from July, 2011 to 30th June, 2012 are now overdue. Please see Betty Berry to pay for your subs.
(LATE FEE now applies) Full Membership: $50-00, Pensioners: $30-00, Juniors: $15-00. Student 16 to 25 years of age $30.00.
CLUB POLO SHIRTS AND WARM ZIP-UPS WITH ST. GEORGE LOGOS
Our club ‘red’ shirts in polo style for boys and girls, warm fleecy style and club caps are now all available – some sizes in stock. These items would make a great present.
Sizes can be ordered at the meeting. –See Warren.
DROPPINGS FROM THE SEPTEMBER COMMITTEE MEETING.
Our Annual Young Bird Point Score Competition (September , October and November) has been revised with Open and Restricted exhibitors combining and the Novice having their own section. Double points will be allocated for the November Night. To speed up the entering of birds, the schedule will be attached to our Monthly Newsletter. Each month the Best Novice will receive a $15 Open Order on our trade table. Champion Bird of the Night will receive a $15 meat tray. Overall winners of the competition in Novice and Open/Intermediate will each receive a gift basket. The 2nd and 3rd place winners will each receive 10kg. seed (kindly donated by John Hewitt). These awards will be presented at the Christmas night.
A “meet and greet aviary/ birdroom morning” on Saturday, 19th November has been confirmed with Andrew McFarland to look at his budgerigars and parrots. During that time we will have a barbecue lunch.
The BSNSW agreed to have a combined meeting of Branches and Associates on Saturday, 10th September at 10.00 am, Blacktown RSL Club to discuss the show calendar, and Show Manager, Jim Baker and Charlie Halasz will represent our Branch and provide input into the meeting.
John Hewitt, Auction Co-ordinator gave a comprehensive report on the success of our second auction held at the August meeting. A precise of this will be handed to members at our September meeting.
SATURDAY, 10TH SEPTEMBER, 2011 FORUM
This meeting was very well attended with delegates from our Branches and Associated Societies working through a busy agenda with very favourable results. A precise of the meeting will be included in our next Newsletter after our representatives report back to the next Committee Meeting.
BSNSW AGM MONDAY, 12TH SEPTEMBER, 2011
Jean Painter was elected President of the Society with Bruce Bradford and Warren Wilson being elected Vice Presidents. Kris Wyld, our Webmaster for the past nine years has retired from this position due to ill health, but she was awarded a Merit Award for her services to the BSNSW. This will be presented to her by Jean in the coming weeks. Retiring President, Warren Wilson was nominated to receive Life Membership and a vote was taken to confirm this. He will also be presented with this award at a later date.
Unfortunately our Editor, Ken Denmeade has resigned due to work commitments and this position, as well as the Webmaster, has not been filled at this time. All other positions were filled as per the nominations listed in the June/July issue of “Budgerigar”. The meeting discussed the items from Saturday’s forum and this will be ongoing, with results printed in a future issue of “Budgerigar”.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 19th AUGUST, 2011
Once again all positions other than two delegates to attend BSNSW Management meetings were filled at our AGM on 15th July. After a short supper break, Bruce Bradford presented a power point “feature” of Nola’s photos taken at the Australian Championships in Canberra, showing the winners from the last seven years, and the 2011 first three place getters in all the classes, together with Judges’ comments. Other interesting highlights from the week’s activities were also featured.
St George Fund Raising Auction - Friday 19th August, 2011.
Thanks to John, David and Committee members for all the preparation for our 2nd Branch Auction. The Catalogue is now complete and it is great that members have supported it. John has a work task list to run this venture and if you can assist in some way, please speak to him. Staging has to be erected from 6.30 pm and birds benched soon after for the viewing to commence at 7.30 pm. Auction to start at 8.00pm Security of members’ birds and cages is of great importance, so if you help in this area it will be appreciated. Catalogues available on the Branch and BSNSW Web Sites. www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
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TABLE SHOWS – Note change regarding
Status: OPEN and INTERMEDIATE have been combined and Novice will be a separate section
(Table Show Schedules available from Jim Baker.) and will also be an email attachment to our Newsletter, so members can have their entries prepared. These will also be available to download off our website www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
SEPTEMBER TO DECEMBER ANNUAL POINT SCORE COMPETION
Please support our table show each month (2011/12 ring issues), unbroken capped and adult plumage only. NO ENTRY FEE.
VARIETY CERTIFICATES FOR THE FOLLOWING:
SEPTEMBER Normal Green, Clearbody, Recessive Pied.
OCTOBER Normal Blue Lutino, Albino,
NOVEMBER Dominant Pied, Double Factor Spangle, Clearbody.
LECTURES/FEATURES
August Nil - Auction Night.
September - Forum on “Breeding and Birdroom Problems” chaired by Jean Painter.
October - TBA
November - Dr Rob Marshall.
December - Christmas Party.
ST GEORGE & ILLAWARRA BRANCHES COMBINED
35TH YOUNG BIRD SHOW –30th OCTOBER, 2011
YMCA HALL, 184 THE RIVER ROAD, REVESBY
Schedule on our Web Site. (Shortly)
SERVICES SECTION
Terese has an extensive range of items on the services table.
Please check out the stock for your ‘bird room’.
Veta Farm and Dr.Rob Marshall’s products, cuttle fish, budgie breakfast,
show cage paper and much much more are available.
Terese is willing to purchase any items that you may require.
Stop Press - New stocked item - Greens and Grains.
Elenbee Bird Seeds would like to thank all of the St. George members who purchase products from us. As our business is growing, we would very much appreciate your seed orders to be placed one week prior to your meeting night so as to give us time to prepare your individual mixes. We thank you for your assistance.
Contact us on Tel: 9624-5129 or 9920-6720. Barry and Terese.
RING REGISTRAR
For all your ring purchases see our ring registrar, Charlie Halasz at our meeting nights. Tel: 0413-945-821.
Ring prices for 2011: $53-00 per 100 coded, $50-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
Charlie is not holding any further stock of these and would request members to contact BSNSW Ring Registrar, Barbara Wallis direct. Telephone 02 4228 3545.
2012 RING ISSUE (September 2011) - Coded $56.00 per 100, Uncoded $53.00 per 100, plus postage
is $2-00. All orders must be completed with our Ring Registrar, Charlie Halasz.
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS
The Society’s Annual Subscriptions from July, 2011 to 30th June, 2012 are now due. Please see Betty Berry to pay for your subs and stay financial. Full Membership: $50-00, Pensioners: $30-00, Juniors: $15-00. Student 16 to 25 years of age $30.00. Request for the right money would be appreciated
CLUB POLO SHIRTS AND WARM ZIP-UPS WITH ST. GEORGE LOGOS
OUR CLUB ‘RED’ SHIRTS IN POLO STYLE FOR BOYS AND GIRLS PLUS WARM FLEECY STYLE AND CLUB CAPS ARE NOW ALL AVAILABLE – SOME SIZES IN STOCK.
THESE ITEMS WOULD MAKE A GREAT PRESENT. SIZES CAN BE ORDERED AT THE MEETING. –See Warren.
It is with much sadness we advise members of the passing of Craig Bissell’s son, Zac on 7th August due to an unfortunate accident.
Our deepest sympathies are extended to Craig’s family.
DROPPINGS FROM THE AUGUST COMMITTEE MEETING.
Our first Committee Meeting since our July AGM was very well attended and some new ideas and the refreshing of previous activities and work tasks was discussed. Our Annual Combined Young Bird Show with the Illawarra Branch has been modified with the schedule now combining Green and Blues (Not Normals)together. Eg blue fallow and green fallow
Terry Bevan, Andrew Plunkett and Warren Wilson have been invited to judge, and they have accepted.
The show itself will be held in the smaller hall.
Our Annual Young Bird Point Score Competition (September , October and November) has been revised with Open and Restricted exhibitors combining and the Novice having their own section. Double points will be allocated for the November Night. To speed up the entering of birds, the schedule will be attached to our Monthly Newsletter and available on our website.
A “meet and greet aviary/ birdroom morning” in November is also on the agenda. Jean Painter will be looking after some of our newer members with their concerns at our meeting nights.
St George Branch raised the issue of the “Show Season and the cluttered calendar (Annual and Young Bird Shows)”.
The BSNSW agreed to have a combined meeting of Branches and Associates on Saturday, 10th September at 10.00 am,
Blacktown RSL Club to discuss the calendar.
Our Branch’s “Sale Sign” which was very kindly made by Don Parkyn must be returned to our staging room
after each use.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 20th MAY, 2011
REMINDER
TO ALL MEMBERS TO BRING THEIR BIRDS ALONG FOR HOPEFUL SELECTION IN OUR ST. GEORGE TEAM FOR THE N.S.W. TEAM CHALLENGE COMPETITION.
COME ALONG TO THE DURAL SPORT & LEISURE CENTRE, KENTHURST ROAD, DURAL ON SATURDAY, 21ST MAY, AND CHEER OUR TEAM. JUDGING WILL BE UNDERWAY BY APPROX. 10 A.M. FULL VIEWING OF AWARDS SHOULD BE AVAILABLE AFTER 12.30 P.M. LUNCH IS AVAILABLE AT THE CENTRE.
OUR JUNE MEETING - ANNUAL SALE NIGHT - 17TH JUNE
BRING ALONG YOUR SURPLUS STOCK. SELLERS WILL ONLY BE ST. GEORGE MEMBERS.
GOOD PUBLICITY WILL BE PROVIDED TO ENSURE WE HAVE BUYERS FROM OUTSIDE THE BRANCH.
4 4 BIRDS MAXIMUM IN CAGE. ENTRY FEE OF $1 PER CAGE. BIRDS TO BE BENCHED BY 8 P.M.
SALE TO COMMENCE AT 8.30 P.M. AND CONTINUE TO 9.30PM.
WE WILL THEN ADJOURN FOR A CUP OF TEA AND A GENERAL CHAT. (A FEW SHOE BOXES WOULD BE HANDY). ALL PRICES ARE TO BE CLEARLY MARKED ON CAGES WITH SELLER’S NAME.
Raffle tickets are to be used where 2 or more intending buyers are showing interest.
JULY MEETING - ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
POWER POINT PRESENTATION OF THE WINNING BIRDS AT THE AUSTRALIAN CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW,
CANBERRA, 2011.
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS TO ST. GEORGE MEMBERS FOR TEAM CHALLENGE
COMPETITION PARTICIPATION.
A NUMBER OF POSITIONS WILL BE VACANT AT THE A.G.M. (INCLUDING TREASURER), SO COME ALONG AND TAKE ON A WORK TASK.
Coming Events:
AUGUST: AUCTION NIGHT.
NOVEMBER: Dr Rob Marshall.
April Meeting Report
The Annual April moult deterred our table show, but this did not stop our Double Feature for the month which included Jean Painter’s large box of gadgets she uses in her birdroom and aviary. For our newer members this proved very interesting and informative for them.
Garry Yannakis and David Lawless-Pyne gave us a practical demonstration of show preparation, which included de-spotting and then they ran through the washing and cleaning procedures required for the best way to present your birds for judging. Some members brought along birds for practical tuition of this important way of preparing your birds for exhibition. Garry also spoke on the importance of show cage preparation.
I am sure those attending this month’s meeting went home with plenty of new ideas for their aviary/birdroom and birds.
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SERVICES SECTION
TERESE HAS A VERY EXTENSIVE RANGE OF ITEMS ON THE SERVICES TABLE.
PLEASE CHECK OUT THE STOCK FOR YOUR ‘BIRD ROOM’. VETA FARM AND
DR. ROB MARSHALL’S PRODUCTS, CUTTLE FISH, BUDGIE BREAKFAST, SHOW CAGE
PAPER IS AN EXAMPLE OF WHAT IS AVAILABLE. TERESE IS WILLING TO PURCHASE
ITEMS THAT YOU MAY REQUIRE. Stop Press - New stocked item - Greens and Grains.
Elenbee Bird Seeds would like to thank all of the St. George members who purchase products from us. As our business is growing, we would very much appreciate your seed orders to be placed one week prior to your meeting night so as to give us time to prepare your individual mixes. We thank you for your assistance.
Contact us on Tel: 9624-5129 or 9920-6720. Barry and Terese.
RING REGISTRAR
FOR ALL YOUR RING PURCHASES SEE OUR RING REGISTRAR, CHARLIE HALASZ AT OUR MEETING NIGHTS. Tel: 0413-945-821.
Ring prices for 2011: $53-00 per 100 coded, $50-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
2012 RING ISSUE (September 2011) - Coded $56.00 per 100, Uncoded $53.00 per 100, plus postage
is $2-00. All orders must be completed with our Ring Registrar, Charlie Halasz.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH FUND RAISING AUCTION: John Hewitt has kindly offered to co-ordinate this year’s fund raiser as he did last year. The Auction is proposed for Friday, 19th August, 2011.
Early planning is underway, with 150 lots being sought. Auction will commence at 8.00 pm, 30 minutes earlier than last year, with the increase in birds.
BSNSW KELWYN KAKOSCHKE BUDGERIGAR AUCTION, SUNDAY, 5TH JUNE, 2011.
YMCA HALL, 184 THE RIVER RD, REVESBY. CONTACT JEAN PAINTER OR BRUCE BRADFORD FOR DETAILS. Now on the BSNSW WEB SITE.
2011 HAS BEEN A GOOD BREEDING SEASON SO FAR, WITH A NEW CHICK IN THE NEST FOR CRAIG AND JODIE GEERING. CONGRATULATIONS ON THE ARRIVAL OF THEIR SON LEVI CRAIG. A LITTLE BROTHER FOR CHAD.
INTERNATIONAL FORUM - SYDNEY
To be held at the Revesby Workers Club on Saturday, 4th June between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. including morning tea - Cost: $20.00 if registered for Canberra, otherwise $25.00. Speakers from Great Britain, Germany, South Africa, Portugal, Italy and others may be included. This will be an ideal opportunity to hear them speak on our hobby. Please contact John and Gail Smithers for further information and bookings. Tel: 4447-4145.
A REMINDER - If you still intend going to Canberra for the Australian Championships and have not registered, please contact John and Gail Smithers, as above.
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS
The Society’s Annual Subscriptions from July, 2011 to 30th June, 2012 will be due shortly. Please see Betty Berry to pay for your subs and stay financial.
Full Membership: $50-00, Pensioners: $30-00, Juniors: $15-00. Student 16 to 25 years of age $30.00.
Mutterings from Management
Members from Management have been looking for some time for an alternate venue for the Bi-monthly meetings. Blacktown RSL Club would be happy for the Society to hold their meetings there at no charge. BSNSW Secretary to follow this up with Guildford Leagues Club for their reply. Meeting worked through the National Agenda to provide instructions for our delegates for the National Meeting to be held in Canberra. Honorary Membership of the Society was renewed for Bryde Ryan and John MacNamara.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 15TH APRIL, 2011
MAY MEETING (20th) - WILL INCORPORATE OUR B.S.N.S.W. TEAM CHALLENGE COMPETITION SELECTION NIGHT – BENCHING BY 8 P.M.
FORMAT: WE WILL SELECT 92 BIRDS TO REPRESENT ST. GEORGE AT THE BSNSW TEAM CHALLENGE COMPETITION (WHICH WILL BE HELD AT THE DURAL SPORTS COMPLEX, DURAL), ON.SATURDAY, 21st MAY, 2011. JOHN HEWITT AND JIM BAKER WILL BE OUR TEAM CARERS.
THESE BIRDS WILL BE SELECTED IN FRONT OF MEMBERS BY WARREN WILSON, JOHN CARTER AND JIM BAKER. COL MORGAN AND JOHN HEWITT WILL BE OUR M.C’S. 4 BIRDS ARE REQUIRED IN THE FOLLOWING CLASSES:
1. NORMAL GREEN 12. OPALINE
2. NORMAL GREY GREEN 13. AOSV OPALINE
3. NORMAL BLUE 14. CLEARBODY 23 AOSV (Saddleback, Dark Eyed Clear,
4. NORMAL GREY 15. LACEWING Darkwing, Suffused Yellow/White,
5. BLACK EYED SELF COLOUR 16. FALLOW Grey Yellow or Grey White.
6. LUTINO 17. YELLOW FACED BLUE
7. ALBINO 18. SPANGLE
8. CLEARWING 19. DOMINANT PIED
9. GREYWING 20. DANISH RECESSIVE PIED
10. CINNAMONWING 21. CRESTED
11. SPANGLE DOUBLE FACTOR 22. HEN ASV/ASC
PLEASE TAKE CLASSES 1 – 11 TO ROOM 1 (MEETING ROOM), AND CLASSES 12 – 23 TO THE FRONT OFFICE ROOM.
MEMBERS HAVING A BIRD SELECTED IN OUR TEAM WILL RECEIVE A MEDALLION. THESE WILL BE PREPARED AND ENGRAVED AND PRESENTED AT OUR ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING IN JULY.
PLEASE DON’T PUT PAPER IN THE BOTTOM OF CAGES. SELECTED BIRDS WILL HAVE BUDGERIGAR MIXED SEED PLACED IN CAGES BY OUR TEAM CARERS AT THE COMPLETION OF SELECTION. THIS SEED WILL BE SUPPLIED BY THE BRANCH.
PLEASE MARK RING NUMBER ON REAR OF CAGE. This saves catching birds. also, mark on top of cage if cinnamonwing or greywing variety, for easier identification. All birds must carry a BLUE )0 on ring. SYMBOL IS ( )0- ).
members should, if possible, try to “spot” birds prior to placing them before our adjudicators. ask senior members if you have concerns.
security: all members should assist the show management team through the evening with the safety and well-being of the birds.
it would be appreciated if members could bring a plate of food for a continous supper in may.
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MARCH MEETING
With the successful feature on Open Judging from our February meeting, the Committee decided to conduct a similar presentation this month. Jean Painter volunteered to “anchor” the night, requesting members to judge two classes – Dominant Pieds and Clearwings – and to fill in the placings in the handout she provided. Jean then judged them, and a cross-check was made of her placings against the members’ decisions, and this created much discussion. Jean then judged several other classes, commenting on her results. Champion Bird of the Night was benched by Bruce and Nola Bradford.
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SERVICES SECTION
TERESE HAS A VERY EXTENSIVE RANGE OF ITEMS ON THE SERVICES TABLE.
PLEASE CHECK OUT THE STOCK FOR YOUR ‘BIRD ROOM’. VETA FARM AND
DR. ROB MARSHALL’S PRODUCTS, CUTTLE FISH, BUDGIE BREAKFAST, SHOW CAGE
PAPER IS AN EXAMPLE OF WHAT IS AVAILABLE. TERESE IS WILLING TO PURCHASE
ITEMS THAT YOU MAY REQUIRE. Stop Press - New stocked item Greens and Grains.
Elenbee Bird Seeds would like to thank all of the St. George members who purchase products from us. As our business is growing, we would very much appreciate your seed orders to be placed one week prior to your meeting night so as to give us time to prepare your individual mixes. We thank you for your assistance.
Contact us on Tel: 9624-5129 or 9920-6720. Barry and Terese.
RING REGISTRAR
FOR ALL YOUR RING PURCHASES SEE OUR RING REGISTRAR, CHARLIE HALASZ AT OUR MEETING NIGHTS. Tel: 0413-945-821.
Ring prices for 2011: $53-00 per 100 coded, $50-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
2012 RING ISSUE (September 2011) - Coded $56.00 per 100, Uncoded $53.00 per 100, plus postage
is $2-00. All orders must be completed with our Ring Registrar, Charlie Halasz by the February meeting.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH FUND RAISING AUCTION: John Hewitt has kindly offered to co-ordinate this year’s fund raiser as he did last year. The Auction is proposed for Friday, 19th August, 2011.
Early planning is underway, with 150 lots being sought. Auction will commence at 8.00 pm, 30 minutes earlier than last year, with the increase in birds.
APRIL MEETING: Table Show any age. FEATURE: Garry Yannakis will anchor an interesting presentation on “Show Preparation”. Garry would like members to bring a bird/s to the meeting not prepared for a show and to watch the transformation that can be achieved with some experienced attention. Audience participation on their own bird/s will be a feature. Jean Painter will bring along some “nick nacks that are used in the Birdroom and Aviary. Members are requested to bring along a gadget or too also, to make it a fun and interesting night. Members can also bring things which they think others may be interested in as well and talk on the product/gadget/nick nacks.
JUNE MEETING NIGHT (17TH) - ANNUAL SALE NIGHT. MORE INFORMATION NEXT NEWSLETTER.
BSNSW KELWYN KAKOSCHKE BUDGERIGAR AUCTION, SUNDAY, 5TH JUNE, 2011.
YMCA HALL, 184 THE RIVER RD, REVESBY. CONTACT JEAN PAINTER OR BRUCE BRADFORD FOR DETAILS.
2011 HAS STARTED OFF WITH A NEW CHICK IN THE NEST FOR DAVID AND CATH THORSBY.
CONGRATULATIONS ON THE ARRIVAL OF THEIR DAUGHTER, ABIGAIL.
INTERNATIONAL FORUM - SYDNEY
To be held at the Revesby Workers Club on Saturday, 4th June between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. including morning tea - Cost: $20.00 if registered for Canberra, otherwise $25.00. Speakers from Great Britain, Germany, South Africa, Portugal, Italy and others may be included. This will be an ideal opportunity to hear them speak on our hobby. Please contact John and Gail Smithers for further information and bookings. Tel: 4447-4145.
A REMINDER - If you still intend going to Canberra for the Australian Championships and have not registered, please contact John and Gail Smithers, as above.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 18th MARCH, 2011
ANNUAL SHOW – 2011 - BRANCH MEMBERS SHOULD BE PLEASED WITH THE SUCCESSFUL RUNNING OF OUR 52nd ANNUAL SHOW. COMMITTEE MEMBERS WERE DELIGHTED TO HAVE SOME OF OUR NEWER MEMBERS ASSISTING THROUGHOUT THE WHOLE OF THE SHOW. DUE TO A FEW OF OUR MEMBERS BEING UNABLE TO ATTEND, WE GREATLY APPRECIATED THE HELP GIVEN US BY MEMBERS OF OTHER BRANCHES AND SOCIETIES.
THERE WAS 486 BIRDS BENCHED AND OUR HARD WORKING COMMITTEE MEMBERS SHOULD BE CONGRATULATED FOR THEIR TREMENDOUS EFFORTS IN RUNNING THIS SHOW AND FOR ORGANISING SPONSORSHIP.
DAVID THORSBY WAS INSTRUMENTAL IN ALL THE PLANNING AND COMPUTER WORK FOR THE SHOW, AND WAS ASSISTED ON THE DAY BY HIS WIFE, CATH AND CRAIG GEERING. BOB PITT, SHOW MANAGER, STEVE WACKWITZ, CHIEF STEWARD, JIM BAKER, SHOW SECRETARY AND THEIR TEAMS WORKED TIRELESSLY TO ENSURE THE SHOW RAN AS SMOOTHLY AS POSSIBLE. OUR TREASURER, WARREN WILSON LOOKED AFTER ALL OUR FINANCIAL AFFAIRS, AND THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO SUPPORTED OUR RAFFLE. IT WAS PLEASING TO SEE SO MANY ST. GEORGE MEMBERS RECEIVE AWARDS FROM OUR ENVIABLE TROPHY TABLE ORGANISED BY COLIN MORGAN AND NOLA BRADFORD.
FEBRUARY MEETING
Members were entertained by an Open Judging Forum. Jim Baker adjudicated on classes of birds, pointing out the good and bad features of the birds and how he had come to his decisions. A number of nice birds were benched and at the completion of the classes Jim spoke on the finer points of the first placed birds and how he had come to award the Champion, which was benched by Craig Geering. Members were able to ask questions during the judging, making the night very enjoyable and informative.
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Web Site News. David Thorsby, Web Manager, has great coverage of the St. George Annual Show where our members were very successful.
COMING EVENTS:
MARCH MEETING: Normal Table Show. Open judging and discussion, by Jean Painter.
Varieties of the Night: Normal Green and Crested. Any Age Section as well.
Best Bird in show will win the meat tray.
Committee has also agreed to trial the use of one Millet Spray in your Show Cage at our Table Shows this year, which commenced with our February meeting.
BSNSW ANNUAL SHOW. Sunday, 20th March, 2011. Venue: The Bernie Mullane Sports Complex, Marella Road, KELLYVILLE. Entries taken: Wednesday and Thursday, 16th /17th March, 2011.
Schedules available for the following show at this month’s meeting:
NORTHSIDE BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday 11th April, 2011.
SERVICES SECTION
TERESE HAS A VERY EXTENSIVE RANGE OF ITEMS ON THE SERVICES TABLE.
PLEASE CHECK OUT THE STOCK FOR YOUR ‘BIRD ROOM’. VETA FARM AND
DR. ROB MARSHALL’S PRODUCTS, CUTTLE FISH, BUDGIE BREAKFAST, SHOW CAGE
PAPER IS AN EXAMPLE OF WHAT IS AVAILABLE. TERESE IS WILLING TO PURCHASE
ITEMS THAT YOU MAY REQUIRE.
Elenbee Bird Seeds would like to thank all of the St. George members who purchase products from us. As our business is growing, we would very much appreciate your seed orders to be placed one week prior to your meeting night so as to give us time to prepare your individual mixes. We thank you for your assistance.
Contact us on Tel: 9624-5129 or 9920-6720. Barry and Terese.
RING REGISTRAR
FOR ALL YOUR RING PURCHASES SEE OUR RING REGISTRAR, CHARLIE HALASZ AT OUR MEETING NIGHTS. Tel: 0413-945-821.
Ring prices for 2011: $53-00 per 100 coded, $50-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
2012 RING ISSUE (September 2011) - Coded $56.00 per 100, Uncoded $53.00 per 100, plus postage
is $2-00. All orders must be completed with our Ring Registrar, Charlie Halasz by the February meeting.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH FUND RAISING AUCTION: John Hewitt has kindly offered to co-ordinate this year’s fund raiser as he did last year. The Auction is proposed for Friday, 19th August, 2011.
BRASEA AUCTION - SUNDAY, 27TH MARCH, 2011
YMCA HALL, 184 THE RIVER RD, REVESBY – GOOD QUALITY BIRDS TO BE AUCTIONED. INSPECTION 8.00 AM, AUCTION TO COMMENCE AT 9.00 AM. Contact Warren Wilson, Tel: 02 9747-6642. www.brasea.com
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PIED BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY ALL PIED SHOW - SUNDAY, 27th MARCH, 2011, VENUE AS ABOVE. DETAILS AND ENTRY FORMS, JOHN CARTER, TEL: 9771-1436.
§ MUTTERINGS FROM MANAGEMENT
§ Beyond Tomorrow Co-ordinator, Kathy Manton has resigned.
§ The new BSNSW Editor is Ken Denmeade from West Sydney Branch, and the closing date for the next issue of “Budgerigar” will be 1st April, 2011.
§ The 2011/12 annual fees will remain the same as 2010/11. They are due on 1st July and now include a Student Concession rate, the same as the Pensioner rate of $28.
§ BSWNSW membership is currently at 549 members.
§ Terry Bevan has been elevated to Cadet Level on the Judges’ Panel.
§ No BSNSW Judges will be sitting for this year’s ANBC Accreditation Exams.
§ 218 registrations have been received for the Canberra National.
§ Any BSNSW members aspiring to be a Judge should contact Jean Painter.
§ The World Budgerigar Organisation delegates attending in Canberra will represent ten countries.
§ Return your BSNSW Fund Raising raffle tickets to Ian Manton at this weekend’s Annual Show.
§ The Penrith Valley Branch will hold their inaugural Annual Show on 31st July, 2011.
§ Registration and information forms for the National in Canberra - contact John or Gail Smithers, Tel: 4447-4145.
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ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 18th FEBRUARY, 2011
Entries for our Annual Show close on Thursday, 17th and then we are READY TO GO. To run such a prestigious event we require your help. If you have not already been given a small task, can you speak to Show Manager, Bob Pitt. Preparation of the staging, stewarding, gophering, debenching, dismantling and the cleaning up of the YMCA Complex is required, with an early start at 6.30 am. It would be appreciated if you could bring a plate of food to assist with our early morning tea, also if you can carry a few cages into the hall for our visitors and elderly members it would be also helpful.
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO HAS MADE A DONATION TOWARDS THIS SHOW.
THIS HAS ENABLED US TO HAVE AN EXCELLENT ‘SPECIALS’ LIST.
JANUARY MEETING
Colin Morgan presented a 25 minute colourful and interesting DVD on “The Wild Bush Budgerigar” from his recent trip to Central Australia.
This presentation was filmed within 100Kms of Alice Springs. His footage showed the birds feeding, nesting and generally enjoying themselves in this location Members enjoyed Col’s enlightening commentary.
ILLAWARRA and SHOALHAVEN BRANCH’S ANNUAL SHOWS
Congratulations to our members who won prizes and awards at these Shows. All goes well for our State Team Challenge Competition in preparing a competitive St. George team. It is great to see so many of our members gaining Platinum Wing points in this prestigious competition.
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COMING EVENTS:
FEBRUARY MEETING: Table Show. Any Age Table Show. Judge: Jim Baker. Open judging and discussion.
MARCH MEETING: Normal Table Show.
Varieties of the Night: Normal Green and Crested.
Any Age Section as well. ( See back page).
Committee has also agreed to trial the use of one Millet Spray in your Show Cage at our Table Shows this year, commencing from our February meeting.
BSNSW ANNUAL SHOW. Sunday, 20th March, 2011. Venue: The Bernie Mullane Sports Complex, Marella Road, KELLYVILLE. Entries taken: Wednesday and Thursday, 16th /17th March, 2011.
Schedules available for the following shows at this month’s meeting:
THE HILLS DISTRICT BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday, 6th March, 2011.
CENTRAL COAST BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday, 13th March, 2011.
NORTHSIDE BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday 10th April, 2011.
2011 HAS STARTED OFF WITH A NEW CHICK IN THE NEST FOR DAVID AND YEN LAWLESS-PYNE. CONGRATULATIONS ON THE ARRIVAL OF BABY RYAN.
SERVICES SECTION
TERESE HAS A VERY EXTENSIVE RANGE OF ITEMS ON THE SERVICES TABLE.
PLEASE CHECK OUT THE STOCK FOR YOUR ‘BIRD ROOM’. VETA FARM AND
DR. ROB MARSHALL’S PRODUCTS, CUTTLE FISH, BUDGIE BREAKFAST, SHOW CAGE
PAPER IS AN EXAMPLE OF WHAT IS AVAILABLE. TERESE IS WILLING TO PURCHASE
ITEMS THAT YOU MAY REQUIRE.
Elenbee Bird Seeds would like to thank all of the St. George members who purchase products from us. As our business is growing, we would very much appreciate your seed orders to be placed one week prior to your meeting night so as to give us time to prepare your individual mixes. We thank you for your assistance.
Contact us on Tel: 9624-5129 or 9920-6720. Barry and Terese.
RING REGISTRAR
FOR ALL YOUR RING PURCHASES SEE OUR RING REGISTRAR, CHARLIE HALASZ AT OUR MEETING NIGHTS. Tel: 0413-945-821.
Ring prices for 2011: $53-00 per 100 coded, $50-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
2012 RING ISSUE (September 2011) - Coded $56.00 per 100, Uncoded $53.00 per 100, plus postage
is $2-00. All orders must be completed with our Ring Registrar, Charlie Halasz by the February meeting.
Droppings from the Committee Meeting: Committee has been discussing ways to bolster numbers at our table shows. Early proposal is to have a major and minor variety at our March, April, September, October and November meetings, i.e. March: Normal Green and Crested, April: Blackeyed Self Colour and Recessive Pied, for both Open and Restricted members. This would allow the Committee to gauge the strength of the variety within the Branch. .Suitable awards would be presented, and the current Young Bird Point Score Competition would also be held on the September, October and November nights.
FUND RAISING AUCTION: John Hewitt has kindly offered to co-ordinate this year’s fund raiser as he did last year. The Auction is proposed for Friday, 19th August 2011. John will be attending our March Committee Meeting to discuss and outline proceedings for this task.
BRASEA AUCTION - SUNDAY, 27TH MARCH, 20 11
YMCA HALL, 184 THE RIVER RD, REVESBY – GOOD QUALITY BIRDS TO BE AUCTIONED.
INSPECTION 8.00 AM, AUCTION TO COMMENCE AT 9.00 AM.
Contact Warren Wilson, Tel: 02 9747-6642. www.brasea.com
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PIED BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY ALL PIED SHOW - SUNDAY, 27th MARCH, 2011, VENUE AS ABOVE. DETAILS AND ENTRY FORMS, JOHN CARTER, TEL: 9771-1436.
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Join us in the National Capital, Canberra
for the
2011 - 37th Australian National Budgerigar Council Championships.
27th May to 2nd June, 2011.
Registration and Information forms were included in the last issue of “Budgerigar”.
Further enquiries: Contact John or Gail Smithers, Tel: 4447-4145.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 21ST JANUARY, 2011
A HAPPY AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR TO ALL MEMBERS AND THEIR FAMILIES
THE COMMITTEE WISHES TO THANK EVERYONE FOR THEIR KIND DONATIONS TO THE MONSTER HAMPER WHICH WAS WON BY THE THORSBY FAMILY. ALSO THANKS FOR THE GOODIES FOR THE XMAS PARTY TABLE.
APPROXIMATELY 50 ADULTS AND CHILDREN ALL ENJOYED THE NIGHT.
SHOW TIME 2011.
20TH February, 2011 will see the running of our 52nd Annual Show. After many months of planning the schedule is now printed and includes great features. To run such a prestigious event we require all members to help in its success; stewards, gophers, tea ladies will be needed. Could you advise Show Manager, Bob Pitt as soon as possible if you are able to assist? Schedules will be available at the meeting. Members who have pledged their support in regard to our Breeder’s trophy list, could you please see Warren to make good your donation. Stop Press: Due to unforeseen circumstances Linda Patten (New Zealand), will not be able to judge our show. Jean Painter has kindly accepted to judge in her place.
COMING EVENTS:
R.A.S. SHOW 2011 - 13th/14th/15th April, 2011, Entry Dates: 9.2.2011 Post, 16.2.2011 Email.
No late entries will be accepted.
JANUARY MEETING: “The Wild Bush Budgerigar” – DVD filmed by Col Morgan.
FEBRUARY MEETING: Table Show. Any Age Table Show.
MARCH MEETING: Normal Table Show. Varieties of the Night TBA. Committee has agreed to trial the use of one Millet Spray in your Show Cage at our Table Shows this year.
BSNSW ANNUAL SHOW. Sunday, 20th March, 2011. Venue: The Bernie Mullane Sports Complex, Marella Road, KELLYVILLE. Entries taken: Wednesday and Thursday, 16th /17th March, 2011.
Schedules available for the following shows at this month’s meeting:
ILLAWARRA BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday, 6th February, 2011.
SHOALHAVEN BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday, 13th February, 2011
THE HILLS DISTRICT BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday, 6th March, 2011.
CENTRAL COAST BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday, 13th March, 2011.
NORTHSIDE BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday 10th April, 2011
IMPORTANT NEWS.
MAGAZINE EDITOR: Marilyn Harrington resigned six days prior to Christmas Day, which did not allow such notice to be included in the last issue of the magazine. This has created much concern, as the next issue has a closing date of 1st February. A condensed Newsletter may have to be published in the meantime, which would include the 2011 BSNSW ANNUAL SHOW SCHEDULE. Please contact Warren Wilson or John Smithers if anyone is in a position to assist in resolving this situation at such a critical time just before the National event in Canberra next May.
SERVICES SECTION
TERESE HAS A VERY EXTENSIVE RANGE OF ITEMS ON THE SERVICES TABLE.
PLEASE CHECK OUT THE STOCK FOR YOUR ‘BIRD ROOM’. VETA FARM AND
DR. ROB MARSHALL’S PRODUCTS, CUTTLE FISH, BUDGIE BREAKFAST, SHOW CAGE
PAPER IS AN EXAMPLE OF WHAT IS AVAILABLE. TERESE IS WILLING TO PURCHASE
ITEMS THAT YOU MAY REQUIRE.
Elenbee Bird Seeds would like to thank all of the St. George members who purchase products from us. As our business is growing, we would very much appreciate your seed orders to be placed one week prior to your meeting night so as to give us time to prepare your individual mixes. We thank you for your assistance.
Contact us on Tel: 9624-5129 or 9920-6720. Barry and Terese.
RING REGISTRAR
FOR ALL YOUR RING PURCHASES SEE OUR RING REGISTRAR, CHARLIE HALASZ AT OUR MEETING NIGHTS. Tel: 0413-945-821.
Ring prices for 2011: $50-00 per 100 coded, $47-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
2012 RING ISSUE (September 2011) - Coded $53.00 per 100, Uncoded $50.00 per 100, plus postage
is $2-00. All orders must be completed with our Ring Registrar, Charlie Halasz by the February meeting.
MUTTERINGS FROM MANAGEMENT (JANUARY, 2011)
National Show Canberra 2011
The BSNSW had much pleasure in announcing the Judges for Canberra 2011.
They are: Mrs Jean Painter, NSW, Mr Jim Fletcher, Tasmania , Mr Ghalib Al-Nasser , England, and
Mr Alan Rowe, Victoria.
These members were elected:
National Meeting Delegates: Bruce Bradford and John Smithers.
Colour & Standards Delegate to ANBC Meeting: John Carter.
BSNSW nominated Bob Bourke as ANBC Secretary, and Dave Butters as ANBC Public Officer.
Australian Delegates to the 2011 WBO Meeting will be Bob Bourke and Jim Fletcher.
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STCC Survey for reduction of birds from each team being reduced from 4 to 3 resulted in
13 votes to remain the same, 6 votes to make the change to 3. Result: 4 birds from each Team.
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USE OF PROBIOTICS In Caged & Aviary Birds
By Dr Colin Walker BSc, BVSc, MRCVS, MACVSc (Avian health)
Note on Probiotic Use
In some metropolitan areas, the addition of fluoride or chlorine to drinking water may interfere with the action of probiotics. In metropolitan areas, treatment plants are situated throughout the water-distribution network. According to Australian authorities, the concentration of fluoride and chlorine throughout most of the network is too low to exert an effect. However, the concentration in the water of aviculturalists close to a treatment plant may be high enough to kill the probiotic organisms. These substances will, however, evaporate from treated water if it is allowed to stand for 24 hours. Aviculturalists in any doubt are best to set aside water to be medicated with probiotics for 24 hours before use. Simply standing the required volume of water in several buckets awaiting use is adequate. Alternatively, rainwater or distilled water could be used. Most water-soluble probiotic preparations can be added to the feed. Indeed, with some preparations, this ensures a more immediate and effective delivery of the probiotics to the digestive tract.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 19th NOVEMBER, 2010
52ND ANNUAL SHOW 2011 - Early preparation is underway. Your help with sponsorship or donations will be most beneficial to the Branch. Please speak to Sponsorship Co-ordinators, Bruce Bradford or Warren Wilson. Sponsorship of a Breeder’s Trophy will be $25.00.
OCTOBER MEETING - Terese Ryan gave us an interesting summary of new products available on the Trade Table, with an update on “Protexin”. Numerous questions were answered and everyone found it to be very beneficial and interesting. As we have a number of new members, this gave them the opportunity to pick up some helpful hints, and they enthusiastically took notes on this presentation.
Members spent some time discussing possible varieties that could be “put forward” to the BSNSW for consideration for Variable Classes in the 2013 and 2014 National Shows. Suggested classes are: Suffused Yellow/White, Darkwing, Dark Eyed Clear, Golden Face, a class of ASV Violets and the Separation of Normal Spangles and AOSV Spangles.
TABLE SHOWS – OPEN AND RESTRICTED CLASSES
(Table Show Schedule available from Jim Baker.)
SEPTEMBER TO DECEMBER ANNUAL POINT SCORE COMPETION
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR TABLE SHOW EACH MONTH (2010/11 RING ISSUES), NEST FEATHER AND ADULT PLUMAGE ONLY.
NO ENTRY FEE.
VARIETY CERTIFICATES FOR THE FOLLOWING:
NOVEMBER Opaline, AOSV Opaline, Lacewing, Fallow, Yellow Face Blue, Spangle, Dominant Pied, Recessive Pied and Crest. Judge - November -Warren Wilson.
LECTURES:
November - Keith Nicholls - “Sex Linkage”.
December - Christmas Party.
January - “ The Wild Bush Budgerigar” – DVD filmed by Col Morgan.
October Table Show- Jim Baker judged the 42 birds benched and awarded Champion Bird to Yannakis and Pyne.
Current Point Score Open: Jim Baker 45, Bob Pitt 31, Yannakis and Pyne 29, B& N Bradford 13.
Restricted: Thorsby Family 51, Greg Gregoriou 25, Craig Geering 22, Wyres & Clifton 11.
Our Christmas Meeting will feature a monster hamper for our raffle. Your support is requested with donations of suitable goodies on the night. The Branch will supply hot party food and cold drinks. Could you also bring a plate to add something to our Festive Table.
NOTE: NO TABLE SHOW.
SANTA will be coming, so please advise Nola of all children 12 years and under who will be attending.
St George /Illawarra Young Bird Show. Held on Sunday, 24th October in KOONAWARRA, attracted 275 birds.
St George members supported it well, and were most successful, most of them “picking up Platinum Wing Award Points.
Champion Adult Feather Craig Buckinghan, Champion Unbroken Cap Anita Bate, Champion Adult Feather Intermediate Brett Snape,
Champion Adult Feather Novice Craig Geering.
On a very Happy Note Jean Painter is now at home after a very major heart operation. She has appreciated all the prayers and good wishes sent to her in recent weeks. We hope she can make it to our Christmas Night.
SERVICES SECTION
TERESE HAS A VERY EXTENSIVE RANGE OF ITEMS ON THE SERVICES TABLE.
PLEASE CHECK OUT THE STOCK FOR YOUR ‘BIRD ROOM’. VETA FARM AND
DR. ROB MARSHALL’S PRODUCTS, CUTTLE FISH, BUDGIE BREAKFAST, SHOW CAGE PAPER
IS AN EXAMPLE OF WHAT IS AVAILABLE. TERESE IS WILLING TO
PURCHASE ITEMS THAT YOU MAY REQUIRE. TEL: 9624-5129 or 9920- 6720
Elenbee Bird Seeds would like to thank all of the St. George members who purchase products from them. As their business is growing, they would very much appreciate if your seed orders were placed one week prior to our meeting night so as to give them time to prepare your individual mixes. They thank you for your assistance.
RING REGISTRAR
FOR ALL YOUR RING PURCHASES SEE OUR RING REGISTRAR,
CHARLIE HALASZ AT OUR MEETING NIGHTS. Tel.0413-945-821.
2011 RING ISSUE (September 2010) - Coded $53.00 per 100, Uncoded $50.00 per 100, plus postage is $2-00.
A small postage charge applies for rings not picked up at meetings
MUTTERINGS FROM MANAGEMENT
After many months, The Show Committee has found some common ground on definitions for birds to be shown in classes, now that the rings are issued in September each year. These definitions below were approved by the Management Committee on Monday evening. The amendment of the By-law 2(a) taken to Management is:
Definitions:
a) “UBC” – (Unbroken Cap) is a baby bird that has not commenced its first moult and has no Adult plumage feathers.
b) “Juvenile” – is a bird rung with a ring issued on 1st September and encoded with the following calendar year and which is too young to be allowed to compete in the next A.N.B.C. Competition.
c) “Young” – is a bird which is eligible to compete at the next A.N.B.C. Competition. These birds will cease to be eligible to compete in this section as from the 31st August.
d) “Any Age” (previously Old) – is a bird of any age. Restricted exhibitors may only show birds in Open Any Age section without penalty, if there are no Restricted Any Age classes provided in the Show schedule.
Note: All birds are to carry only one metal closed ring. These definitions will now be included in the BSNSW Show Rules
The 2011 National N.S.W. Team Carers will be Ian Hanington, Matt Campbell and Geoff Wood.
Nola Bradford was elected Official BSNSW Photographer.
A suggestion has been “put forward” to reduce the number of birds each Team can bench at the STCC to 3, instead of 4. Decisions from Teams required.
2010 Branch Annual Shows that did not have more than 250 birds entered, can apply to the BSNSW Show Manager for double Platinum Wing points, for an incentive to bolster entries at their 2011 event.
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SYDNEY LAWN SHOW – 28th November, Manton Lodge, Lower Ground Floor, 44 Clifton Rd, Marsden Park – super casual day with Lawn Show for All types Clearwings, Blackeyed Selfs, Yellow & Whites, Grey Yellows and Grey Whites, All Pieds, Dark Eyed Clears, Crests, Saddlebacks, Goldenfaces, Darkwings – FREE entry – Sale Day, BBQ Lunch $8 adults, $4 children. RSVP for catering by 22nd Nov. Lectures and Information hosted by Don Burke, Monster Christmas Raffle with great prizes, SANTA visit for Children under 18 in attendance only – book them in for a Santa gift – Come and have a great day out - rain, hail or shine, what a great way to spend a boring Sunday !!!!!
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 15th OCTOBER, 2010
52ND ANNUAL SHOW 2011 - Early preparation is underway. Your help with sponsorship or donations will be most beneficial to the Branch. Please speak to Sponsorship Co-ordinators, Bruce Bradford or Warren Wilson. Sponsorship of a Breeder’s Trophy will be $25.00.
SEPTEMBER MEETING
A forum was conducted on “The Breeding Season” and the panel consisted of Jean Painter, Warren Wilson and Garry Yannakis. Numerous questions were answered and it went over time as everyone found it to be very beneficial and interesting. As we have a number of new members, this gave them the opportunity to pick up some helpful hints, and they enthusiastically took notes on the subject.
TABLE SHOWS – OPEN AND RESTRICTED CLASSES
(Table Show Schedule available from Jim Baker.)
SEPTEMBER TO NOVEMBER ANNUAL POINT SCORE COMPETION
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR TABLE SHOW EACH MONTH (2010/11 RING ISSUES), NEST FEATHER AND ADULT PLUMAGE ONLY. NO ENTRY FEE.
VARIETY CERTIFICATES FOR THE FOLLOWING:
OCTOBER Albino, Clearwing, Greywing, Cinnamonwing, Spangle Double Factor, Clearbody.
NOVEMBER Opaline, AOSV Opaline, Lacewing, Fallow, Yellow Face Blue, Spangle, Dominant Pied, Recessive Pied and Crest. Judge - October – Jim Baker.
LECTURES:
October - Terese Ryan - New products available on the Trade Table, update on new item “Protexin”
November - Keith Nicholls - “ Sex Linkage”.
December - Christmas Party.
Our Christmas Meeting will feature a monster hamper for our raffle. Your support is requested with donations of suitable goodies on the night. The Branch will supply hot party food and cold drinks. Could you also bring a plate to add something to our Festive Table.
NOTE: NO TABLE SHOW. SANTA will be coming, so please advise Nola of all children 12 years and under who will be attending.
YOUR SUPPORT IS SOUGHT - Please support our annual combined event. Illawarra Branch are requesting assistance with stewarding and items for morning tea. Also if you have an item you could spare for the fund raising raffle it would be most appreciated.
Entries close on Thursday, 21ST October, 2010.
ST GEORGE & ILLAWARRA BRANCHES COMBINED
34TH YOUNG BIRD SHOW –24th OCTOBER, 2010
COMMUNITY CENTRE, FOWLERS ROAD
KOONAWARRA. -- Schedules on our Web Site.
SERVICES SECTION
TERESE HAS A VERY EXTENSIVE RANGE OF ITEMS ON THE SERVICES TABLE.
PLEASE CHECK OUT THE STOCK FOR YOUR ‘BIRD ROOM’. VETA FARM AND
DR. ROB MARSHALL’S PRODUCTS, CUTTLE FISH, BUDGIE BREAKFAST, SHOW CAGE PAPER
IS AN EXAMPLE OF WHAT IS AVAILABLE. TERESE IS WILLING TO
PURCHASE ITEMS THAT YOU MAY REQUIRE. TEL: 9624-5129 or 9920- 6720
Elenbee Bird Seeds would like to thank all of the St. George members who purchase products from them. As their business is growing, they would very much appreciate if your seed orders were placed one week prior to our meeting night so as to give them time to prepare your individual mixes. They thank you for your assistance.
RING REGISTRAR
FOR ALL YOUR RING PURCHASES SEE OUR RING REGISTRAR,
CHARLIE HALASZ AT OUR MEETING NIGHTS. Tel.0413-945-821.
2011 RING ISSUE (September 2010) - Coded $53.00 per 100, Uncoded $50.00 per 100, plus postage is $2-00.
A small postage charge applies for rings not picked up at meetings
MUTTERINGS FROM MANAGEMENT
BSNSW 2010 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING - Due to the lack of a quorum the meeting was postponed till a week later, where seven attendees constituted a quorum. No major issues came from this meeting. However the September Management Meeting was able to be held.
2011 BSNSW ANNUAL SHOW. West Sydney Branch has kindly foregone their Show Date and therefore the Society will hold the show on Sunday, 20th March 2011.
ADVICE ON THE OUTCOME - 1st OCTOBER, 2010 ANBC POSTAL VOTE
1.At the May 2010 A.N.B.C. Inc. Council Meting, a matter was raised which Council decided was to be referred to ANBC Member Bodies for a Postal Vote by 1 October 2010. This was:
· Three Bird/Two Bird Trial.
Motion, Moved by Nigel Tonkin, Seconded by Neale Love,
That: “a. B.S.N.S.W. and B.C.V. be approved to trial the benching and judging of up to three birds for the next two years (2011 and 2012).
b. For the following two years (2013 and 2014) that only two birds are taken and benched and that any additional classes determined by Council are included.
c. Council puts in place a process of open discussion of issues and that this be put in place to discuss issues within the next year”.
2. These matters were formally referred to States/Zones on 4 August 2010 with a response required by 1st October 2010. Result/decision from responses is summarised in the attached table.
3. The Motion in relation to the Three Bird/Two Bird Trial was supported (5 votes for, 2 against) and will be progressed.
4. As follow up to part c. of the Three Bird/Two Bird Trial Motion - ( c. Council puts in place a process of open discussion of issues and that this be put in place to discuss issues within the next year) - and discussion in Council 2010 (refer to Item 15, pages 16 and 17) an advisory Working Group (WG) is to be formed. Alistair Home was nominated to co-ordinate this group. This group is to consist of seven members (one each nominated by ANBC Member Bodies). The ANBC Secretary will pass topics for consideration by the WG to the Working Group Coordinator.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 17th SEPTEMBER, 2010
St George Fund Raising Auction - Friday 20th August, 2010.
Thanks to John, David, Jean and Betty for all the preparation and the work they put into the night. Thanks of course also applies to all other members who were on hand to erect staging from 6.30 pm and have birds benched soon after for the viewing to commence at 7.30 PM.
Security of the birds and cages were of great importance, and this task was capably done by a number of members, as was the assistance of others in the area of clerical and stewarding duties. It was most pleasing to see so many of our members working together with such enthusiasm to make the night such a successful venture.
The continuous supper was appreciated by all, especially those who had travelled some distance to attend the night. The funds raised will greatly assist the running of our 2011 Annual Show
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TABLE SHOWS – OPEN AND RESTRICTED CLASSES
(Table Show Schedule available from Jim Baker.)
SEPTEMBER TO DECEMBER ANNUAL POINT SCORE COMPETION
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR TABLE SHOW EACH MONTH (2010/11 RING ISSUES),
NEST FEATHER AND ADULT PLUMAGE ONLY. NO ENTRY FEE.
VARIETY CERTIFICATES FOR THE FOLLOWING:
SEPTEMBER Normal Green, Greygreen, Sky Blue , Grey, Blackeyed Yellow/White, Lutino.
OCTOBER Albino, Clearwing, Greywing, Cinnamonwing, Spangle Double Factor, Clearbody.
NOVEMBER Opaline, AOSV Opaline,Lacewing,Fallow,Yellow Face Blue, Spangle, Dominant Pied, Recessive Pied & Crest. Judges: September – John Carter. October – Jim Baker.
LECTURES:
September - Forum on “Breeding and Birdroom Problems” chaired by Jean Painter.
October - Terese Ryan - New products available on the Trade Table, update on new item “Protexin”
November - Keith Nicholls - “ Sex Linkage”.
December - Christmas Party.
ST GEORGE & ILLAWARRA BRANCHES COMBINED
34TH YOUNG BIRD SHOW –24th OCTOBER, 2010
COMMUNITY CENTRE, FOWLERS ROAD
KOONAWARRA. -- Schedules on our Web Site.
SERVICES SECTION
TERESE HAS A VERY EXTENSIVE RANGE OF ITEMS ON THE SERVICES TABLE.
PLEASE CHECK OUT THE STOCK FOR YOUR ‘BIRD ROOM’. VETA FARM AND
DR. ROB MARSHALL’S PRODUCTS, CUTTLE FISH, BUDGIE BREAKFAST, SHOW CAGE PAPER
IS AN EXAMPLE OF WHAT IS AVAILABLE. TERESE IS WILLING TO
PURCHASE ITEMS THAT YOU MAY REQUIRE. TEL: 9624-5129 or 9920- 6720
Elenbee Bird Seeds would like to thank all of the St. George members who purchase products from them. As their business is growing, they would very much appreciate if your seed orders were placed one week prior to our meeting night so as to give them time to prepare your individual mixes. They thank you for your assistance.
RING REGISTRAR
FOR ALL YOUR RING PURCHASES SEE OUR RING REGISTRAR,
CHARLIE HALASZ AT OUR MEETING NIGHTS. Tel.0413-945-821.
2011 RING ISSUE (September 2010) - Coded $53.00 per 100, Uncoded $50.00 per 100, plus postage is $2-00.
A small postage charge applies for rings not picked up at meetings.
CLUB POLO SHIRTS AND WARM ZIP-UPS WITH ST. GEORGE LOGOS
OUR CLUB ‘RED’ SHIRTS IN POLO STYLE FOR BOYS AND GIRLS PLUS
WARM FLEECY STYLE AND CLUB CAPS ARE NOW ALL AVAILABLE –
SOME SIZES IN STOCK. THESE ITEMS WOULD MAKE A GREAT PRESENT.
SIZES CAN BE ORDERED AT THE MEETING. STOCK HELD AT BEXLEY – See Warren.
52nd ANNUAL SHOW - 2011
Early preparation is underway. Your help with sponsorship or donations will be most beneficial to the Branch. Please speak to Sponsorship Co-ordinators, Warren Wilson or Bruce Bradford. Sponsorship of a Breeder’s Trophy will be $25.00.
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St.George/Illawarra YBS, help will be needed on the day, please volunteer your services to Ted Wallis or Geoff Berwick on the day or before hand. Phone numbers in the back of Budgerigar.
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Table Show. Birds MUST be benched by 8pm. By coming in at 8pm and then putting your birds in slows down the start of judging and makes it a long night for everyone.
MUTTERINGS FROM MANAGEMENT
- BSNSW Inc AGM was postponed due to lack of quorum numbers (20) Under Objects, Rules and By-laws – same time next week. Venue to be advised by email.
- Annual show date – Due to Nationals and Annual show being within 3 weeks of each other, negotiations are under way with West Sydney to swap dates. Final outcome to be advised.
- Proposal that Objects, Rules and By-laws be put on the BSNSW Web site. To be investigated.
- Yes/No Vote ANBC.- from Branches – tied vote so President used his casting vote. “No” is what is going to ANBC Secretary, but we may be outvoted by other States.
Sponsorship of Variety at Nationals. – This was also in the last issue of Budgerigar
At our last Committee meeting the topic of sponsoring a Variety at the Nationals arose and a few people offered to donate money or the cause. The Variety chosen is Yellow Faced Blue, so if any members would like to ‘chip in’ $5, $10, or $20 or whatever, towards the total cost of $200. Please give your donation to Warren Wilson – our Treasurer at our next Meeting – this coming Friday.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 20th AUGUST, 2010
Once again all positions other than Assistant Show Secretary were filled at our AGM, and our Vice Chairmen presented 19 medals to members for their participation in the selection of birds for the State Team Challenge Competition. After a short supper break, Bruce Bradford presented a power point “feature” of Nola’s photos taken at the Australian Championships in Rockhampton, showing the winners from the last seven years, and the 2010 first three place getters in all the classes, together with Judges’ comments. Other interesting highlights from the week’s activities were also featured.
St George Fund Raising Auction - Friday 20th August, 2010.
Thanks to John, Greg, David, Jean and Betty for all the preparation for our 1ST Branch Auction. The Catalogue is now complete and it is great that members have supported it. John has a work task list to run this venture and if you can assist in some way, please speak to him. Staging has to be erected from 6.30 pm and birds benched soon after for the viewing to commence at 7.30 pm. Auction to start at 8.30pm Security of members’ birds and cages is of great importance, so if you help in this area it will be appreciated. Catalogues available on the Branch Web Site. http://budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au/doc/St_George_Auction_2010.doc
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TABLE SHOWS – OPEN AND RESTRICTED CLASSES
(Table Show Schedule available from Jim Baker.)
SEPTEMBER TO DECEMBER ANNUAL POINT SCORE COMPETION
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR TABLE SHOW EACH MONTH (2010/11 RING ISSUES), NEST FEATHER AND ADULT PLUMAGE ONLY. NO ENTRY FEE.
VARIETY CERTIFICATES FOR THE FOLLOWING:
SEPTEMBER Normal Green, Greygreen, Sky Blue , Grey, Blackeyed Yellow/White, Lutino.
OCTOBER Albino, Clearwing, Greywing, Cinnamonwing, Spangle Double Factor, Clearbody.
NOVEMBER Opaline, AOSV Opaline, Lacewing, Fallow, Yellow Face Blue, Spangle, Dominant Pied, Recessive Pied and Crest. Judges: September – John Carter. October – Jim Baker.
LECTURES:
August Nil - Auction Night.
September - Forum on “Breeding and Birdroom Problems” chaired by Jean Painter.
October - Terese Ryan - New products available on the Trade Table, update on new item “Protexin”
November - Keith Nicholls - “ Sex Linkage”.
December - Christmas Party.
ST GEORGE & ILLAWARRA BRANCHES COMBINED
34TH YOUNG BIRD SHOW –24th OCTOBER, 2010
COMMUNITY CENTRE, FOWLERS ROAD
KOONAWARRA. -- Schedules on our Web Site.
SERVICES SECTION
TERESE HAS A VERY EXTENSIVE RANGE OF ITEMS ON THE SERVICES TABLE.
PLEASE CHECK OUT THE STOCK FOR YOUR ‘BIRD ROOM’. VETA FARM AND
DR. ROB MARSHALL’S PRODUCTS, CUTTLE FISH, BUDGIE BREAKFAST, SHOW CAGE PAPER
IS AN EXAMPLE OF WHAT IS AVAILABLE. TERESE IS WILLING TO
PURCHASE ITEMS THAT YOU MAY REQUIRE. TEL: 9624-5129 or 9920- 6720
Elenbee Bird Seeds would like to thank all of the St. George members who purchase products from them. As their business is growing, they would very much appreciate if your seed orders were placed one week prior to our meeting night so as to give them time to prepare your individual mixes. They thank you for your assistance.
RING REGISTRAR
FOR ALL YOUR RING PURCHASES SEE OUR RING REGISTRAR,
CHARLIE HALASZ AT OUR MEETING NIGHTS. Tel.0413-945-821.
2011 RING ISSUE (September 2010) - Coded $53.00 per 100, Uncoded $50.00 per 100, plus postage is $2-00.
A small postage charge applies for rings not picked up at meetings
CLUB POLO SHIRTS AND WARM ZIP-UPS WITH ST. GEORGE LOGOS
OUR CLUB ‘RED’ SHIRTS IN POLO STYLE FOR BOYS AND GIRLS PLUS
WARM FLEECY STYLE AND CLUB CAPS ARE NOW ALL AVAILABLE –
SOME SIZES IN STOCK. THESE ITEMS WOULD MAKE A GREAT PRESENT.
SIZES CAN BE ORDERED AT THE MEETING. STOCK HELD AT BEXLEY – See Warren.
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS
The Society’s Annual Subscriptions from July, 2010 to 30th June, 2011 are now overdue . Please see Betty Berry at this meeting to pay for your subs. Full Membership: $50-00, Pensioners: $30-00, Juniors: $15-00. Late Fee, effective 30th August, and this will also effect your Coded rings being posted out.
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Fallows by Dewayne Weldon
The Fallow Budgies are, in my opinion, some of the more beautiful of the many budgie mutations. The generally accepted view is that we have three distinct mutations of this unique group of birds. The German Fallow seems to be the one that more breeders are working with, and the only one I have extended experience with.
Having access to one of the original mutations is necessary as they can not be re-created simply by crossing other mutations. The "pet quality" fallow is the most common starting point for anyone wishing to take up the "Fallow Challenge". My Fallow line originated from such birds. Some three or four years before I acquired my first Fallow, I started working with a long time friend to improve the birds she had been working with for a decade or more. I supplied her with some of my best normals to cross into her small birds. The splits from those initial matings were paired together to produce more visual Fallows which were again mated to some of my best normals. Those resulting splits produced a much improved Fallow cock which my friend gave to me to start my own Fallow project some ten years ago.
That original cock was mated to two of my best unrelated normal hens. The resulting half sibling splits were mated to produce more visual Fallows. The best of these were again mated to top quality normals and the process repeated. The major problem in working with a straight recessive variety is the tremendous waste factor involved. One must be truly dedicated to improving the variety and willing to accept the associated drawbacks.
Generally speaking, over a very large number of pairings of split to split, only one in four of the resulting offspring will be a visual fallow. Of the remaining three normal appearing chicks, two will carry the fallow genes in split form and the third will not. Since test mating is required to determine which might carry the fallow genes, I usually send them to the pet shop as culls.
This is a very general summation of the approach I have taken to upgrade my Fallows. I will be happy to answer specific questions should anyone need further assistance. Best of luck, Dewayne
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 16th JULY, 2010
THIS MONTH IS OUR ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING FOR THE BRANCH AND YOU HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO STAND FOR OFFICE.
There is no Table Show.
THANKS TO ALL MEMBERS WHO ASSISTED THE BRANCH DURING THE LAST TWELVE MONTHS.
A NUMBER OF POSITIONS WILL BE VACANT AT THE A.G.M., SO COME ALONG AND TAKE ON A WORK TASK.
A POWER POINT PRESENTATION OF THE WINNING BIRDS AT THE AUSTRALIAN CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW, ROCKHAMPTON, 2010 AND THE STCC, KELLYVILLE, 2010 WILL BE GIVEN BY BRUCE AND NOLA BRADFORD.
A PRESENTATION OF AWARDS WILL BE MADE TO ST. GEORGE MEMBERS FOR TEAM CHALLENGE COMPETITION PARTICIPATION.
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TABLE SHOWS – OPEN AND RESTRICTED CLASSES
(Table Show Schedule available from Jim Baker.)
SEPTEMBER TO DECEMBER ANNUAL POINT SCORE COMPETION
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR TABLE SHOW EACH MONTH (2010/11 RING ISSUES), NEST FEATHER AND ADULT PLUMAGE ONLY. NO ENTRY FEE.
VARIETY CERTIFICATES FOR THE FOLLOWING:
SEPTEMBER Normal Green, Greygreen, Sky Blue , Grey, Blackeyed Yellow/White, Lutino.
OCTOBER Albino, Clearwing, Greywing, Cinnamonwing, Spangle Double Factor, Clearbody.
NOVEMBER Opaline, AOSV Opaline, Lacewing, Fallow, Yellow Face Blue, Spangle, Dominant Pied, Recessive Pied and Crest.
LECTURES:
August Nil - Auction Night.
September - TBA
October - Terese Ryan - New products available on the Trade Table, update on new item “Protexin”
November - Keith Nicholls - “ Sex Linkage”.
December - Christmas Party.
. JUNE MEETING
Our Annual Sale Night was very well supported by the general public, due to the advertisements in two issues of the “St. George Leader” the week before, and the “Telegraph” the Saturday and Sunday prior to the Sale Night. It was also on our web page and associated links, as well as in “Budgerigar”. This night is a great opportunity for members to sell excess stock, and also for birds to be kept in the Branch. I am aware that enquiries have come to our Branch and we gained three new memberships from this popular event.
SERVICES SECTION
TERESE HAS A VERY EXTENSIVE RANGE OF ITEMS ON THE SERVICES TABLE.
PLEASE CHECK OUT THE STOCK FOR YOUR ‘BIRD ROOM’. VETA FARM AND
DR. ROB MARSHALL’S PRODUCTS, CUTTLE FISH, BUDGIE BREAKFAST, SHOW CAGE PAPER
IS AN EXAMPLE OF WHAT IS AVAILABLE. TERESE IS WILLING TO
PURCHASE ITEMS THAT YOU MAY REQUIRE. TEL: 9624-5129 or 9920- 6720
Elenbee Bird Seeds would like to thank all of the St. George members who purchase products from them. As their business is growing, they would very much appreciate if your seed orders were placed one week prior to our meeting night so as to give them time to prepare your individual mixes. They thank you for your assistance.
RING REGISTRAR
FOR ALL YOUR RING PURCHASES SEE OUR RING REGISTRAR,
CHARLIE HALASZ AT OUR MEETING NIGHTS. Tel.0413-945-821.
Ring prices for 2010: $50-00 per l00 coded, $45-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
2011 RING ISSUE (September 2010) - Coded $53.00 per 100, Uncoded $50.00 per 100, plus postage is $2-00.
A small postage charge applies for rings not picked up at meetings
CLUB POLO SHIRTS AND WARM ZIP-UPS WITH ST. GEORGE LOGOS
OUR CLUB ‘RED’ SHIRTS IN POLO STYLE FOR BOYS AND GIRLS PLUS
WARM FLEECY STYLE AND CLUB CAPS ARE NOW ALL AVAILABLE –
SOME SIZES IN STOCK. THESE ITEMS WOULD MAKE A GREAT PRESENT.
SIZES CAN BE ORDERED AT THE MEETING. STOCK HELD AT BEXLEY – See Warren.
St George Fund Raising Auction - Friday 20th August, 2010.
Thanks to John, Greg, David, Jean and Betty for all the preparation for our 1ST Branch Auction. The Catalogue is now complete and it is great that members have supported it. John has a work task list to run this venture and if you can assist in some way, please speak to him. Staging has to be erected from 6.30 pm and birds benched soon after for the viewing to commence at 7.30 pm. Security of members’ birds and cages is of great importance, so if you help in this area it will be appreciated.
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS
The Society’s Annual Subscriptions from July, 2010 to 30th June, 2011 are now due. Please see John Hewitt at this meeting to pay for your subs and stay financial. Full Membership: $50-00, Pensioners: $30-00, Juniors: $15-00.
MUTTERINGS FROM MANAGEMENT
STCC , NATIONAL SHOW AND MEETINGS - Comprehensive reporting on these events and meetings was provided by Society representatives. Motion to have the 3 birds benched at the National Show was not put forward in Rockhampton. At the meeting Alistair Home, BCT asked the President could the meeting be suspended for delegates to discuss the agenda items generally, as so many of the items proposed appeared to cancel one another out. Fruitful discussions/debate continued for some time to try to gain benefits for both sides of the proposals within the agenda and obtain a result with some common ground. It was agreed that: the BSNSW and BCV conduct their shows in 2011 and 2012 with all three birds to be benched. All 21 birds would receive an award, but the two highest placed birds from each State/Zone would receive the points. The SQBBA and BSSA would conduct their shows in 2013 and 2014 with only two birds being brought and benched in each of the existing 22 classes and to include at least two new varieties. (It was mentioned that it would be nice to see a class of Violets at the National.) The new varieties would be discussed and approved at the 2011 National Meeting. A general consensus of these proposals was agreed upon and a decision confirming this is to be made by postal vote by 1st October. Management to seek replies from Branches. The BSNSW Secretary to forward out relative paperwork
BSNSW ANNUAL SHOW 2011 - Secretary to forward out paperwork for replies, as the January date is not favoured due to heat concerns. Looking at the third weekend in June 2011/12.
MEETING - 18TH JUNE, 2010
OUR JUNE MEETING - ANNUAL SALE NIGHT
BRING ALONG YOUR SURPLUS STOCK. SELLERS WILL ONLY BE ST. GEORGE MEMBERS.
GGOOD PUBLICITY HAS BEEN PROVIDED TO ENSURE WE HAVE BUYERS FROM OUTSIDE THE BRANCH.
4 BIRDS MAXIMUM IN CAGE.
EENTRY FEE OF $1 PER CAGE.
BBIRDS TO BE BENCHED BY 8 P.M.
SALE TO COMMENCE AT 8.30 P.M. AND CONTINUE TO 9.30PM.
WE WILL THEN ADJOURN FOR A CUP OF TEA AND A GENERAL CHAT.
(A FEW SHOE BOXES WOULD BE HANDY).
ALL PRICES ARE TO BE CLEARLY MARKED ON CAGES WITH SELLER’S NAME.
Raffle tickets are to be used where 2 or more intending buyers are showing interest.
JULY MEETING - ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
POWER POINT PRESENTATION OF THE WINNING BIRDS AT THE AUSTRALIAN CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW, ROCKHAMPTON, NORTH QUEENSLAND, 2010.
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS TO ST. GEORGE MEMBERS FOR TEAM CHALLENGE COMPETITION PARTICIPATION.
A NUMBER OF POSITIONS WILL BE VACANT AT THE A.G.M., SO COME ALONG AND TAKE ON A WORK TASK.
STATE TEAM SELECTION NIGHT
After months of promoting our class varieties for the State Team Challenge our members were on hand, full of expectations of having bird/s selected in our Branch Team. 199 birds were benched, which included a Spangle class of 17, also 19 Opalines and 13 Grey Normals to choose from. Our Judges were Jim Baker, John Carter, Jean Painter and Warren Wilson, and on completion we felt we were benching a strong team. John Hewitt and Colin Morgan co-ordinated our Judges to comment after each class on why the various birds had been chosen. Those selected were entered on the computer and had some final “dressing up” prior to their trip to Kellyville. Some members did bring birds along and unfortunately they were not selected, but their efforts to hopefully assist the Branch were certainly appreciated. Thanks to those members who brought along some lovely goodies for our continuous supper.
OUR TEAM REPRESENTATIVES WERE: Wilson Family, G. Gregoriou, B.& N. Bradford, J. Painter , J. Baker, Yannakis & Lawless-Pyne, J. Hewitt, A. Bate, B. Berry, Wackwitz Family, Thorsby Family,
C Halasz, C & M Morgan, K & S Liley, Smith & Parsons, Craig Geering, A & C Merriman, P House and V Kocoski.
STATE TEAM CHALLENGE COMPETITION
A large number of members were on hand the next day to cheer us into fifth place, which was disappointing. Four birds were selected into the State Team. Congratulations to our representatives: John Hewitt (2), Lutino and Albino, Betty Berry Clearbody and Jean Painter Crest. Thanks to all members who brought birds along to our Selection Night.
At the Australian Championships in Rockhampton, our members, John Hewitt won second place in the Albino class, and seventh in the Lutino class. Jean Painter finished ninth in the Crest class.
Our congratulations go to these members on a wonderful achievement.
SERVICES SECTION
TERESE HAS A VERY EXTENSIVE RANGE OF ITEMS ON THE SERVICES TABLE.
PLEASE CHECK OUT THE STOCK FOR YOUR ‘BIRD ROOM’. VETA FARM AND
DR. ROB MARSHALL’S PRODUCTS, CUTTLE FISH, BUDGIE BREAKFAST, SHOW CAGE PAPER
IS AN EXAMPLE OF WHAT IS AVAILABLE. TERESE IS WILLING TO
PURCHASE ITEMS THAT YOU MAY REQUIRE. TEL: 9624-5129 or 9920- 6720
Elenbee Bird Seeds would like to thank all of the St. George members who purchase products from them. As their business is growing, they would very much appreciate if your seed orders were placed one week prior to our meeting night so as to give them time to prepare your individual mixes. They thank you for your assistance.
RING REGISTRAR
FOR ALL YOUR RING PURCHASES SEE OUR RING REGISTRAR,
CHARLIE HALASZ AT OUR MEETING NIGHTS. Tel.0413-945-821.
Ring prices for 2010: $50-00 per l00 coded, $45-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
2011 RING ISSUE (September 2010) - Coded $53.00 per 100, Uncoded $50.00 per 100, plus postage is $2-00.
A small postage charge applies for rings not picked up at meetings
CLUB POLO SHIRTS AND WARM ZIP-UPS WITH ST. GEORGE LOGOS
OUR CLUB ‘RED’ SHIRTS IN POLO STYLE FOR BOYS AND GIRLS PLUS
WARM FLEECY STYLE AND CLUB CAPS ARE NOW ALL AVAILABLE –
SOME SIZES IN STOCK. THESE ITEMS WOULD MAKE A GREAT PRESENT.
SIZES CAN BE ORDERED AT THE MEETING. STOCK HELD AT BEXLEY – See Warren.
COMING EVENTS:
Meeting Nights
November - Keith Nicholls to speak on “Sex Linkage”
December - Christmas Party.
CANARY & CAGE BIRD IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY 104th ANNUAL SHOW WILL BE HELD ON SUNDAY, 27TH JUNE, 2010 AT THE YMCA HALL, THE RIVER RD, REVESBY.
MARIO CAPASSO HAS BEEN INVITED TO JUDGE. ENTRIES CLOSE MONDAY, 21ST JUNE
AT 9.30 PM. SCHEDULES AVAILABLE THROUGH BRUCE BRADFORD.
BUDGERIGAR IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY ANNUAL SHOW - SUNDAY 27TH JUNE 2010.
HILLS BRANCH ANNUAL AUCTION - SATURDAY, 3rd JULY 2010.
HUNTER BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - SUNDAY, 11th JULY, 2010.
MID-STATE BUDGERIGAR CLUB ANNUAL SHOW - SATURDAY, 17th JULY, 2010.
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BRASEA 9TH ANNUAL SHOW WAS HELD LAST SATURDAY AND MANY ST. GEORGE MEMBERS DID EXTREMELY WELL. CONGRATULATIONS TO THEM ALL.
A NUMBER OF PHOTOS WILL BE UP ON THE ST. GEORGE WEBSITE IN THE COMING WEEK.
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS, ROCKHAMPTON – NORTH QUEENSLAND, 2010 - MEMBERS ARE ADVISED TO GO INTO THE BSNSW WEBSITE WHERE A FULL PICTORIAL COVERAGE OF THE NSW LOGIE WINNERS IS DISPLAYED, WITH JUDGES’ COMMENTS.
HILLS BRANCH ANNUAL AUCTION SUNDAY 3RD JULY 2010
St George Fund Raising Auction - Friday 20th August, 2010. John Hewitt and Greg Gregoriou are the Co-ordinators, and they are seeking quality birds from members. Please speak to them for further details.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 21st MAY, 2010
REMINDER TO ALL MEMBERS TO BRING THEIR BIRDS ALONG FOR HOPEFUL SELECTION IN OUR ST. GEORGE TEAM FOR THE N.S.W. TEAM CHALLENGE COMPETITION.
COME ALONG TO THE BURNIE MULLANE SPORTS COMPLEX, MARELLA AVE, KELLYVILLE ON SATURDAY, 22nd MAY, AND CHEER OUR TEAM. JUDGING WILL BE UNDERWAY BY APPROX. 10 A.M. FULL VIEWING OF AWARDS SHOULD BE AVAILABLE AFTER 12.30 P.M. LUNCH IS AVAILABLE AT THE CENTRE.
OUR JUNE MEETING - ANNUAL SALE NIGHT - 18TH JUNE
BRING ALONG YOUR SURPLUS STOCK. SELLERS WILL ONLY BE ST. GEORGE MEMBERS.
GOOD PUBLICITY WILL BE PROVIDED TO ENSURE WE HAVE BUYERS FROM OUTSIDE THE BRANCH.
A STRICY 4 BIRDS MAXIMUM IN CAGE. ENTRY FEE OF $1 PER CAGE. BIRDS TO BE BENCHED BY 8 P.M.
SALE TO COMMENCE AT 8.30 P.M. AND CONTINUE TO 9.30PM.
WE WILL THEN ADJOURN FOR A CUP OF TEA AND A GENERAL CHAT.
(A FEW SHOE BOXES WOULD BE HANDY).
ALL PRICES ARE TO BE CLEARLY MARKED ON CAGES WITH SELLER’S NAME .
Raffle tickets are to be used where 2 or more intending buyers are showing interest.
JULY MEETING - ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
POWER POINT PRESENTATION OF THE WINNING BIRDS AT THE AUSTRALIAN CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW, ROCKHAMPTON, NORTH QUEENSLAND, 2010.
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS TO ST. GEORGE MEMBERS FOR TEAM CHALLENGE COMPETITION PARTICIPATION.
A NUMBER OF POSITIONS WILL BE VACANT AT THE A.G.M. (INCLUDING TREASURER), SO COME ALONG AND TAKE ON A WORK TASK.
Coming Event
AUGUST: AUCTION NIGHT.
April Meeting Report
Table Show - John Carter judged the 38 Blue rung birds benched, awarding Champion Bird to Bob Pitt.
Feature - Jean Painter and Warren Wilson chaired a talk on “The Moult” and new members would have gained considerable knowledge from their many hints about caring for the birds at this time, when the birds need to be given extra care and feeding to enable them to come through the moult in peak condition. Members asked many questions and also provided some input themselves into a very interesting topic, especially at this time of the year. Preparation of the birds for the coming State Team Challenge Competition was also discussed to assist members to bring their birds to the selection in near perfect condition.
The St. George Branch members extend their sincere condolences to Jim and Brenda Baker and their family
on the passing of Jim’s mother on Thursday, 13th May, 2010.
SERVICES SECTION
TERESE HAS A VERY EXTENSIVE RANGE OF ITEMS ON THE SERVICES TABLE.
PLEASE CHECK OUT THE STOCK FOR YOUR ‘BIRD ROOM’. VETA FARM AND
DR. ROB MARSHALL’S PRODUCTS, CUTTLE FISH, BUDGIE BREAKFAST, SHOW CAGE PAPER
IS AN EXAMPLE OF WHAT IS AVAILABLE. TERESE IS WILLING TO
PURCHASE ITEMS THAT YOU MAY REQUIRE. TEL: 9624-5129 or 9920- 6720
Elenbee Bird Seeds would like to thank all of the St. George members who purchase products from them. As their business is growing, they would very much appreciate if your seed orders were placed one week prior to our meeting night so as to give them time to prepare your individual mixes. They thank you for your assistance.
BARRY AND TERESE WILL BE DELIVERING ALL ORDERS TO THIS MEETING, BUT WILL NOT BE SETTING UP THE TRADE TABLE, AS THEY HAVE TO RETURN HOME AND LOAD UP FOR THEIR COMMITMENT THE NEXT MORNING AT THE STATE TEAM CHALLENGE COMPETITION, KELLYVILLE.
RING REGISTRAR
FOR ALL YOUR RING PURCHASES SEE OUR RING REGISTRAR,
CHARLIE HALASZ AT OUR MEETING NIGHTS. Tel.0413-945-821.
Ring prices for 2010: $50-00 per l00 coded, $45-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
2011 RING ISSUE (September 2010) - Coded $53.00 per 100, Uncoded $50.00 per 100, plus postage is $2-00.
A small postage charge applies for rings not picked up at meetings
CLUB POLO SHIRTS AND WARM ZIP-UPS WITH ST. GEORGE LOGOS
OUR CLUB ‘RED’ SHIRTS IN POLO STYLE FOR BOYS AND GIRLS PLUS
WARM FLEECY STYLE AND CLUB CAPS ARE NOW ALL AVAILABLE –
SOME SIZES IN STOCK. THESE ITEMS WOULD MAKE A GREAT PRESENT.
SIZES CAN BE ORDERED AT THE MEETING. STOCK HELD AT BEXLEY – See Warren.
COMING EVENTS:
BSNSW KELWYN KAKOSCHKE BUDGERIGAR AUCTION, SUNDAY, 6TH JUNE, 2010. YMCA HALL, 184 THE RIVER RD, REVESBY. CONTACT JEAN PAINTER OR BRUCE BRADFORD FOR DETAILS. SHOW CAGES NEEDED, CONTACT BRUCE OR JEAN WITH NUMBERS AVAILABLE.
THE 9TH ANNUAL ‘BRASEA’ BUDGERIGAR VARIETY ANNUAL SHOW – SATURDAY, 12TH JUNE, 2010. VENUE: CORONATION HALL, BOTANY ROAD AND COWARD STREET, MASCOT.
ANNUAL BRASEA AUCTION, SUNDAY, 13TH JUNE, AT SAME VENUE. See Warren for details.
St George Fund Raising Auction - Friday 20th August, 2010.
John Hewitt and Greg Gregoriou are the Co-ordinators, and they are seeking quality birds from members.
Please speak to them for further details.
Mutterings from Management
19 teams will be participating in the State Team Challenge Competition, with The Mid North Coast Branch and The Tamworth Cage Bird Club entering teams for the first time.
BSNSW Show Rules - The Show Committee has been upgrading these rules re the Novice and Intermediate status points, and the new Ring Issue Date affect on the show season. A draft will be circulated to branches for comment and input is required by the July Management Meeting.
The National Meeting Agenda for Rockhampton was discussed and the delegates have been instructed how to vote on behalf of N.S.W.
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