ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 19th FEBRUARY, 2010
Entries for our Annual Show close on Thursday, 18th 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.
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO HAS MADE A DONATION TOWARDS THIS SHOW.
THIS HAS ENABLED US TO HAVE AN EXCELLENT ‘SPECIALS’ LIST.
JANUARY MEETING
A large enthusiastic gathering of members and visitors were in attendance for our first meeting of 2010.
At the completion of General Business and the BSNSW Report, members enjoyed a presentation by John Hewitt on the topic of “My Breeding Season”. John introduced his talk by explaining what he has achieved already, and what he is hoping to achieve in the next five years, with his current quality birds.
Selected pairs were on show for discussion. A wire breeding cabinet and nest box inspired many questions on feeding, soft food, water additives and his general birdroom management, as well as “Show Preparation” and his answers made his talk all the more interesting.
ILLAWARRA BRANCH’S 50TH ANNUAL SHOW
Congratulations to our members who won prizes and awards at the Show. 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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Web Site News. Coverage of the BSNSW Annual Show and Illawarra’s 50th is included.
COMING EVENTS:
FEBRUARY MEETING: No Table Show. “DVD Presentation - Freakley and Ainley Partnership” UK.
MARCH MEETING: Normal table show. Varieties of the Night TBA. “How to introduce HYBRID VIGAR” by Mark Noakes, Power Point Presentation. Ron Hunt to chair proceedings.
Schedules available for the following shows at this month’s meeting:
THE HILLS DISTRICT BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday, 7th March, 2010.
CENTRAL COAST BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday, 14th March, 2010.
WEST SYDNEY BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday 21st March, 2010.
NORTHSIDE BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday 11th April, 2010
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS
The Society’s Annual Subscriptions for 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: $75-00, Pensioners $45-00,
Juniors $15-00.
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 2010: $50-00 per 100 coded, $47-00 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. All orders must be completed with our Ring Registrar, Charlie Halasz by the March meeting.
DROPPINGS FROM THE COMMITTEE MEETING
Early advice: our Branch is considering an Auction at our August Meeting of St George Members’ birds (approx 100), which will help members dispose of their quality birds and help bolster our finances with commission received on the sale of these birds. John Hewitt will be our Auctioneer. Our young bird point score competition will commence in September and conclude in November.
The St George/Illawarra Young Bird Show has moved to the 24th October 2010 to compensate for the new ring issue. It will be held at the Koonawarra Community Hall, Koonawarra .
Members will be pleased to know that our hard-working Secretary, Betty is out of hospital and at home once again.
BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF NEW SOUTH WALES
2010 ANNUAL SHOW REPORT
The Bernie Mullane Sports Complex, Kellyville was a hive of activity from 7 a.m. on Sunday, 24th January, 2010 where the 56th BSNSW Annual Show was conducted, with 84 exhibitors benching 834 birds. Judges were Reg Bohringer, Craig Buckingham, Matt Campbell, Peter Dodd, Gary Gazzard and Andrew Plunkett.
Dr Ronald Yardley (son of the late Harley Yardley) attended the afternoon and gave a short address on his late father, which was most informative. Ronald stayed on to present all the awards to the winners of the 2009 Platinum Wing Competition and the Champion Exhibitor in Open, Intermediate and Novice. Jean Gorman presented the Bob Gorman Award for the Maximum Specials, which was won by Cedric D’Costa.
Once again an excellent M.C. job was done by Don Burke from “Burke’s Backyard” fame, and Certificates of
Appreciation were awarded to Dr.Ron and Don on behalf of the Society for making themselves available for the show.
Prior to the commencement of the show awards, three Life Membership Awards were bestowed on Kathy Manton, Ian Hanington and Ian Manton for services to the Society. Congratulations to these three hard-working members who received a bar badge and a framed certificate to mark this special occasion.
Congratulations go to Grand Champion winner, Ian Hanington who benched a stylish Green Cinnamonwing Cock, which was his successful Logie winner from last year’s National in Tasmania. Open young was the largest section with 258 birds.
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BRASEA AUCTION - SUNDAY, 28TH MARCH, 2010
Contact Warren Wilson, Tel: 02 9747-6642. www.brasea.com
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 15th JANUARY, 2010
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 LILEY FAMILY. ALSO THANKS FOR THE GOODIES FOR THE XMAS PARTY TABLE.
APPROXIMATELY 70 ADULTS AND 8 CHILDREN (WHO ALL RECEIVED A STOCKING FROM SANTA), ALL ENJOYED THE NIGHT.
SHOW TIME 2010.
On the 21st February, 2010 will see the running of our 51st 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.
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COMING EVENTS:
R.A.S. SHOW 2010 - 30th March /2nd April. Entry Dates 20.1.2010 Post, 27.1.2010 Email.
No late entries will be accepted.
JANUARY MEETING: No Table Show.
Feature: “Selection of Breeding Pairs.” Co-ordinators, John Hewitt and Greg Gregoriou.
You are welcome to bring some birds along for discussion.
FEBRUARY MEETING: No Table Show.
“DVD Presentation - Freakley and Ainley Partnership” UK.
MARCH MEETING: Normal table show.
Varieties of the Night TBA. “How to introduce HYBRID VIGAR” by Mark Noakes, Power Point Presentation.
Ron Hunt to chair proceedings.
BSNSW ANNUAL SHOW. Sunday, 24th January, 2010.
Venue: The Bernie Mullane Sports Complex, Marella Road, KELLYVILLE.
Entries taken: Tuesday and Wednesday , 19th/20th January, 2010.
Schedules available for the following shows at this month’s meeting:
ILLAWARRA BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday, 7th February, 2010.
SHOALHAVEN BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday, 14th February, 2010
ST GEORGE BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday, 21st February, 2010
THE HILLS DISTRICT BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday, 7th March, 2010.
CENTRAL COAST BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday, 14th March, 2010.
WEST SYDNEY BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday 21st March, 2010.
NORTHSIDE BRANCH ANNUAL SHOW - Sunday 11th April, 2010
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS
The Society’s Annual Subscriptions for 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: $75-00, Pensioners $45-00, Juniors $15-00.
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 2010: $50-00 per 100 coded, $47-00 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.
All orders must be completed with our Ring Registrar, Charlie Halasz by the March meeting.
MUTTERINGS FROM MANAGEMENT (JANUARY, 2010)
National Show North Queensland 2010
The QN& CZ had much pleasure in announcing the Judges for Rockhampton 2010.
They are: Mr Gary Gazzard NSW, Mr Alistair Home, Tasmania , Mr Malcolm Loveridge, South Australia , Mr Stephen Mow, Victoria.
These members were elected:
National Meeting Delegates: Bruce Bradford and Warren Wilson.
Official Photographer: Nola Bradford.
Colour & Standards Delegate to ANBC Meeting: John Carter.
BSNSW nominated Bob Bourke as ANBC Secretary, and Dave Butters as ANBC Public Officer.
BSNSW will put forward a motion for all 3 birds in each variety to be benched at National Shows.
Keep an eye out for updated information on the 2010 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
at Rockhampton in beautiful North Queensland, weekend of 28th to 30th May.
Full information can be obtained from their
Website: www.capbuds.org
Contact point: Show co-ordinator: Scott Eriksen, mobile 0419776837
or email Scott.A.Eriksen@nab.com.au
BSNSW ANNUAL SHOW 2010. Please note the ring-in dates are Tuesday, 19th and Wednesday, 20th January.
Schedules are on the website and were also included in the December/January “Budgerigar”.
BSNSW Annual Fund Raising Raffle Prize: Note change of hotel location to Rex Hotel, Canberra.
From the ABA Report
A motion was moved that the Secretary correspond directly with the Australian Government in regard to the movement of exhibition Budgerigars to and from Australia and New Zealand for bird shows.
Change to 16mm Perch Size
It was agreed that the 16mm perch will be phased in after the 2010 National Show (1st June, 2010) and the 12mm perch will be phased out on December, 2015. Details are available on the ANBC Web Site link Standards Folder.
National Show 2011. BSNSW have changed the location for Accommodation, The National Show, Meetings and Dinners etc. to The Rex Hotel, Marque Hotel and the Ainslie Function Centre, all in close proximity and in the centre of Canberra. This replaces previous bookings in the Tuggeranong area. ---
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 18TH DECEMBER, 2009
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, 2010 will see the running of our 51st Annual Show. After many months of planning, the schedule is now being 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.
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NOVEMBER MEETING
Bruce and Nola Bradford showed their Power Point Presentation of Three English Birdrooms and Aviaries they visited during their overseas trip last year. Aviary Visits to Al-Nasser, Binks and Attwood studs, UK.
It included the breeding cabinets, aviaries and many varieties of some lovely birds.
Craig Buckingham judged the 95 birds on the final night of our Annual Point Score Competition. Results:
CHAMPION BIRD John Hewitt, Best Crested: Craig Geering, Non Standard: Craig Geering.
Point score results.
Open. 1st Jim Baker 180, 2nd B & N Bradford 149, 3rd Joe Elias 67, John Hewitt 36, Bob Pitt 36, John Carter 29.
Restricted. 1st Thorsby Family 233, 2nd Craig Geering 127, 3rd Ivan Konjarski 48 , Charlie Halasz 46, Paul Anderson 36, Don Parkyn 27 ,
Rod Trueman 18, Greg Gregoriou 17, Wyres and Clifton 7, George Canaris 2.
On Saturday, 28th November a Meet and Greet Morning was held at the home of John and Gayle Hewitt, especially for the newer members to view the aviary and bird room setup. The twenty two fanciers enjoyed morning tea and it was an opportunity to mingle with some senior members, where they could ask numerous questions about the breeding, care and feeding of budgerigars. We thank them both for making us so welcome.
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COMING EVENTS:
R.A.S. SHOW 2010 - 30th March /2nd April. Entry Dates 20.1.2010 Post, 27.1.2010 Email.
No late entries will be accepted.
JANUARY MEETING: 15th, No Table Show. Feature: “ Selection of Breeding Pairs.” Co ordinators, John Hewitt and Greg Gregoriou. You are welcome to bring some birds along for discussion.
FEBRUARY MEETING: No Table Show. “ DVD Presentation - Freakley and Ainley Partnership” UK.
MARCH MEETING: Normal table show. Varieties of the Night TBA. . .
BSNSW ANNUAL SHOW. Sunday, 24th January, 2010. Venue: The Bernie Mullane Sports Complex, Marella Road, KELLYVILLE. Entries taken: Wednesday and Thursday, 20th/21st January, 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 Supplies 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.
Elenbee Bird Seeds & Supplies are now the official distributors for "The Budgerigar" written by Dr. Rob Marshall. The retail price is $114.00 each and is now available for purchase.
Elenbee Bird Supplies will be taking a full compliment of goods to the Christmas Party on Friday the 18th December.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all members who have been loyal and supported us throughout the year and wish you all a very happy and safe Christmas and New Year.
There will be a mystery gift for all St. George members who attend on the night.
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, $47-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
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 AND CLUB CAPS ARE NOW AVAILABLE . THESE ITEMS WOULD MAKE A GREAT CHRISTMAS PRESENT. SIZES CAN BE ORDERED AT THE MEETING. SOME STOCK HELD AT BEXLEY – See Warren.
VIDEO LIBRARIAN
BOOKS, MAGAZINES AND VIDEOS ARE IN STOCK AT THE HALL. See Bill Gillen.
Metal Poisoning in Birds
It is amazing how often common things occur! I have seen a string of heavy metal poisonings lately. Let’s discuss some of the ins and outs of metal poisoning in birds. Part 3.
Prevention - can I do it?
Preventing your pet cockatoo from getting access to anything containing lead is difficult but not impossible. Probably restricting his/her movement to an area that you know has no lead in it is the best bet. Keeping them out of garages and storage sheds is a must. Zinc poisoning is generally from aviary wire. New wire is the worst but I have seen several cases where the wire was several years old. Imported wire (Chinese) appears to be the most toxic. Batches of wire can vary in their toxicity level so it is difficult to guess which wire is the safest. Ageing the wire is recommended; leave the roll out in the weather for at least 12 months before using it. Washing the wire in an acidic solution (10% vinegar solution) is also recommended but is not 100% effective. Painting the wire with a plastic paint might work if the species is not a great chewier. I have a couple of clients who have the antidote injection on hand; they inject any bird that looks suspicious. This is after they have scrubbed the wire several times without elimination of the problem
Dr Tony Gestier
VETAFARM
HAVE A HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND A PEACEFUL NEW YEAR
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 20th NOVEMBER, 2009
Our Christmas Meeting, 18th December 2009 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, cold sea food and drinks for our Christmas Party.
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.
OCTOBER MEETING
Dr. Rob Marshall made his annual visit to enlighten us on some of his new products. He also spoke on some of the interesting chapters of text and photographs within his new publication “The Budgerigar”.
As requested, a number of members brought along some birds with concerns, and Rob was able to assist with some suitable treatments. General discussion from Rob and interaction from the large membership attending made this a very informative and productive presentation.
Table Show Results: Jean Painter and Warren Wilson judged the 85 birds benched . Results were: Champion Bird: Bruce and Nola Bradford with a very nice Dominant Pied Hen, Best Yellow Face Blue: Craig Geering, Best Recessive Pied: Jim Baker, Best Lacewing: John Carter, Best Dominant Pied:
B & N Bradford.
Point Score:
OPEN: Jim Baker 106, B & N Bradford 79, Joe Elias 67, Bob Pitt 36, John Carter 29, John Hewitt 14.
RESTRICTED: Thorsby Family 143, Craig Geering 77, Charlie Halasz 46, Paul Anderson 36, Don Parkyn 27, Ivan Konjarski 22, Rod Trueman 18,
Greg Gregoriou 17,Wyres & Clifton 7, George Camaris 2.
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TABLE SHOWS – OPEN AND RESTRICTED CLASSES
(Table Show Schedule available from Jim Baker.)
AUGUST TO DECEMBER ANNUAL POINT SCORE COMPETION
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR TABLE SHOW EACH MONTH (2009 and 2010 RING ISSUE), UNBROKEN CAPPED AND ADULT PLUMAGE ONLY. NO ENTRY FEE.
VARIETY CERTIFICATES FOR THE FOLLOWING:
NOVEMBER Crested, AOSV, Non Standard. Judges: Craig Buckingham and Jean Painter.
Sale of Birds Members wishing to sell birds at these meetings can do so. Benching space will be made available. Allow for 2 birds to a show cage, with price and breeder’s name. This will make birds available to our new members, and keep the varieties within the Branch. :
LECTURES:
November - Power Point Presentation - Aviary Visits to Al-Nasser, Binks and Attwood studs, UK.
December - Christmas Party.
MUTTERINGS FROM MANAGEMENT:
Congratulations to Joe Elias for winning the 2009 Platinum Wing Award.
The 2010 N.S.W. Team Carers will be Ian Hanington, Matt Campbell and Geoff Wood.
Mario Capasso and Terry Bevan have been added to the BSNSW Judges’ Trainee Level.
The AOSV class has been split up into Platinum Wing Award points for Dark Wing, Dark Eyed Clear,
Grey Yellow, Grey White and Saddleback.
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 Supplies 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.
Elenbee Bird Seeds & Supplies are now the official distributors for "The Budgerigar" written by Dr. Rob Marshall. The retail price is $114.00 each and is now available for purchase.
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, $47-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
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 AND CLUB CAPS ARE NOW AVAILABLE . THESE ITEMS WOULD MAKE A GREAT CHRISTMAS PRESENT. SIZES CAN BE ORDERED AT THE MEETING. SOME STOCK HELD AT BEXLEY – See Warren.
VIDEO LIBRARIAN
BOOKS, MAGAZINES AND VIDEOS ARE IN STOCK AT THE HALL. See Bill Gillen.
51ST ANNUAL SHOW - Early preparation is underway. Your help with sponsorship or donations will be most beneficial to the Branch. Please speak to Sponsorship Co-ordinators, John Hewitt or Bruce Bradford. Sponsorship of a Breeder’s Trophy will be $25.00.
Metal Poisoning in Birds
It is amazing how often common things occur! I have seen a string of heavy metal poisonings lately. Let’s discuss some of the ins and outs of metal poisoning in birds. Part 2.
What symptoms?
The symptoms of heavy metal poisoning are grouped together so that we discuss metal poisoning as one entity. However my experience is that poisoning with lead is always more acute and more severe than zinc poisoning. General signs such as lethargy, depression, weakness, anorexia, regurgitation and diarrhea can occur with both metals. What you see is related to the amount taken, the size of the bird and how long it has been eating the metal. In some cases of low-level intake you may see nothing spectacular, just birds that are a bit “off”. With the swallowing of a lump of lead the bird will become critically ill. They stop eating, their crops fail to empty, they get wobbly on their feet, they may have convulsions or they may just die without warning. Zinc poisonings tend to be subtler; the birds develop very slight nervous symptoms, become depressed and have difficulty flying. By the time you notice the bird is ill it is probably severely poisoned. I also wonder what low-level poisonings do to fertility. If the bird is taking in small amounts of metal, not enough to make it sick, will this affect the fertility of the bird – my guess is yes!
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 16th OCTOBER, 2009
ST. GEORGE/ILLAWARRA YOUNG BIRD SHOW 2009
S St. George and Illawarra Branches celebrated their 33rd Combined Young Bird Show at the YMCA Hall, Revesby on Sunday, 27th September, 2009.
The show attracted 42 exhibitors from Central Coast, Canberra, Shoalhaven, Illawarra regions and metropolitan Sydney.
Peter Dodd, Andre Ozoux, Craig Buckingham and Kathy Manton judged the 422 birds benched and both our Branches were most pleased to see that
a number of our newer members were in the winners’ circle.
Sponsors, Elenbee Bird Seeds were kept busy on the day with their well-stocked trade stand.
Major award winners were:
Adult Plumage Unbroken Capped
Grand Champion John Hewitt Darryl Cooper
Best Open John Hewitt J & G Smithers
Best Intermediate Mansfield Family Darryl Cooper
Best Novice D & D Zammit Thorsby Family
SEPTEMBER MEETING
Richard Bucior from Central Coast Branch gave members a comprehensive lecture on his “Aviary and Birdroom Management”.
This covered his seed and soft food mixes along with general breeding season hints.
This feature was most appreciated by our newer members and this created much interaction from them.
No doubt they went home a little wiser for Richard’s attendance.
Table Show Results:
Mario Capasso judged Open and some of the Restricted classes, again under the watchful eyes of Jean Painter, and Warren Wilson.
Results were:
Champion Bird Joe Elias with a very nice Dominant Pied, Best Opaline AOSV Thorsby Family, Best Clearbody Charlie Halasz,
Best Spangle Joe Elias, Best Fallow B & N Bradford.
Point Score:
OPEN Jim Baker 73, Joe Elias 67, B & N Bradford 42, Bob Pitt 27, John Carter 15, John Hewitt 14.
RESTRICTED Thorsby Family 90, Craig Geering 52, Charlie Halasz 46,Greg Gregoriou 17, Don Parkyn 17, Ivan Konjarski 15,
Paul Anderson 13, Wyres & Clifton 7.
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TABLE SHOWS – OPEN AND RESTRICTED CLASSES
(Table Show Schedule available from Jim Baker.)
AUGUST TO DECEMBER ANNUAL POINT SCORE COMPETION
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR TABLE SHOW EACH MONTH (2009 and 2010 RING ISSUE), UNBROKEN CAPPED AND ADULT PLUMAGE ONLY.
NO ENTRY FEE.
VARIETY CERTIFICATES FOR THE FOLLOWING:
OCTOBER Yellow Face Blue, Lacewing, Dominant Pied, Recessive Pied. Judges: T Bevan, M Campbell
NOVEMBER Crested, AOSV, Non Standard. Judges: Craig Buckingham and John Lipczynski.
Sale of Birds
Members wishing to sell birds at these meetings can do so. Benching space will be made available.
Allow for 2 birds to a show cage, with price and breeder’s name.
This will make birds available to our new members, and keep the varieties within the Branch. :
LECTURES:
October - Dr Rob Marshall, Avian Veterinarian - Book Release, “The Budgerigar”
November - Power Point Presentation - Aviary Visits to Al-Nasser, Binks and Attwood studs, UK.
December - Christmas Party.
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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. TEL: 9624-5129 or 9920- 6720
Elenbee Bird Supplies 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.
Elenbee Bird Seeds & Supplies are now the official distributors for "The Budgerigar" written by Dr. Rob Marshall.
The retail price is $114.00 each and is now available for purchase.
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, $47-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
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 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. SOME STOCK HELD AT BEXLEY – See Warren.
VIDEO LIBRARIAN
BOOKS, MAGAZINES AND VIDEOS ARE IN STOCK AT THE HALL.
A NEW LIST WILL BE PRINTED AND AVAILABLE TO MEMBERS SHORTLY.
See Bill Gillen . (Under New Management).
51ST ANNUAL SHOW - Early preparation is underway. Your help with sponsorship or donations will be most beneficial
to the Branch. Please speak to Sponsorship Co-ordinators, John Hewitt or Bruce Bradford.
Sponsorship of a Breeder’s Trophy will be $25.00.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 18th SEPTEMBER, 2009
AUGUST MEETING
Our guest lecturer was Mario Capasso who travelled from Canberra to present his very interesting DVD on Artificial Insemination. The DVD demonstrates step by step procedures on when this method can be used in your breeding programme . It was very informative and was good general knowledge, even if you do not wish to use it yourself. On it’s completion members asked many questions, including general management of his birds. Mario answered these in a most professional manner.
Table Show Results: Charlie Halasz judged the Open, under the watchful eyes of Jean Painter, whilst Warren Wilson judged the Restricted Classes. Results were: Champion Bird Jim Baker, Best Clearwing Bob Pitt.
Best Cinnamonwing John Carter, Best Spangle Double Factor Thorsby Family, Best Opaline Thorsby Family.
Point Score:
OPEN Jim Baker 38, B & N Bradford 23, Joe Elias 20, John Hewitt 14, Bob Pitt 9, John Carter 7.
RESTRICTED Thorsby Family 41, Craig Geering 32, Charlie Halasz 26, Don Parkyn 9, Wyres & Clifton 7, Paul Anderson 6, Ivan Konjarski 5.
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TABLE SHOWS – OPEN AND RESTRICTED CLASSES
(Table Show Schedule available from Jim Baker.)
AUGUST TO DECEMBER ANNUAL POINT SCORE COMPETION
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR TABLE SHOW EACH MONTH (2009 and 2010 RING ISSUE), UNBROKEN CAPPED AND ADULT PLUMAGE ONLY.
NO ENTRY FEE.
VARIETY CERTIFICATES FOR THE FOLLOWING:
SEPTEMBER Opaline AOSV, Clearbody, Spangle, Fallow. Judge Mario Capasso
OCTOBER Yellow Face Blue, Lacewing, Dominant Pied, Recessive Pied. Judges T Bevan, M Campbell
NOVEMBER Crested, AOSV, Non Standard. Judges TBA
Sale of Birds Members wishing to sell birds at these meetings can do so. Benching space will be made available. Allow for 2 birds to a show cage, with price and breeder’s name. This will make available birds to our new members, and keep the varieties within the Branch. :
LECTURES:
September - Richard Bucior “Aviary & Bird Room Management”
October - Dr Rob Marshall, Avian Veterinarian - Book Release, “The Budgerigar”
November - Power Point Presentation - Aviary Visits to Al-Nasser, Binks and Attwood studs, UK.
December - Christmas Party.
ILLAWARRA and ST GEORGE BRANCHES
33RD YOUNG BIRD SHOW - 27 TH SEPTEMBER, 2009
YMCA HALL,
THE RIVER RD, REVESBY. -- Schedules on our Web Site.
Members: Please speak to your Show Manager, Bob Pitt to offer some assistance towards our Show.
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 Supplies 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.
Elenbee Bird Seeds & Supplies are now the official distributors for "The Budgerigar" written by Dr. Rob Marshall. The retail price is $114.00 each and is now available for purchase.
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, $47-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
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 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. SOME STOCK HELD AT BEXLEY – See Warren.
VIDEO LIBRARIAN
BOOKS, MAGAZINES AND VIDEOS ARE IN STOCK AT THE HALL. A NEW LIST WILL BE PRINTED AND AVAILABLE TO MEMBERS.
See Bill Gillen . (Under New Management).
51ST ANNUAL SHOW - Early preparation is underway. Your help with sponsorship or donations will be most beneficial to the Branch. Please speak to Sponsorship Co-ordinators, John Hewitt or Bruce Bradford. Sponsorship of a Breeder’s Trophy will be $25.00.
MEET AND GREET MORNING. Due to the success of last year’s activity, another one has been planned at John Hewitt’s home on Saturday, 28th November, 2009 between 9.30 am and 11.30 am.
Please keep this date free as it will be an opportunity to see John’s stock and to ask questions of the more senior St. George members who will be attending. Morning tea will be provided and it is a chance for the newer members to get to know everyone better in a happy social environment.
MUTTERINGS FROM MANAGEMENT AND THE BSNSW AGM.
Life Membership was awarded to Ian Hanington, Ian Manton and Kathy Manton.
All office bearers provided comprehensive reports on the year’s activities.
Notice of Motion: That the Society’s Membership period be amended to 1st July to 30th June and that members will pay 6 months membership in January, 2010 and then for 12 months period thereafter on 1st July 2010. Membership Fees 1st January to 30th June 2010 = 6 months $25.00, Pensioners $15.00.
1st July, 2010 to 30th June, 2011 = 12 months $50.00, Pensioners $30.00.
Associated Societies - $100 per Year.
Riverlands Branch has been going through a lean patch and a number of BSNSW executives have been visiting them to assist in it’s future. Management gave approval for a name change to PENRITH VALLEY BRANCH. Keith Nicholls’ application to rejoin the BSNSW Judges’ Panel was approved.
Motion from ANBC Meeting Tasmania That: “ the A.N.B.C. Introduce a class for the Suffused Yellow/Suffused White, (including Grey Yellow/Grey White) in the A.N.B.C. Annual Championship Show from and including 2011...” Motion not supported.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 21st AUGUST, 2009
JULY MEETING
It was most pleasing to see some new members join our Committee at this year’s AGM, where all positions were once again filled. Our Vice Chairmen presented a record number of 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 STCC which shows the three birds selected for NSW in each variety, and what position they achieved in the National Show. The second presentation was a full coverage of the Australian Championships in Burnie , Tasmania showing the winners from the last seven years, and the 2009 first three place getters in all the classes, together with Judges’ comments. Other interesting highlights from the week’s activities were also featured.
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TABLE SHOWS – OPEN AND RESTRICTED CLASSES
(Table Show Schedule available from Jim Baker.)
AUGUST TO DECEMBER ANNUAL POINT SCORE COMPETION
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR TABLE SHOW EACH MONTH (2009 RING ISSUE), NEST FEATHER AND ADULT PLUMAGE ONLY. NO ENTRY FEE.
VARIETY CERTIFICATES FOR THE FOLLOWING:
AUGUST Clearwing, Cinnamonwing, Spangle Double Factor, Opaline.
SEPTEMBER Opaline AOSV, Clearbody, Spangle, Fallow.
OCTOBER Yellow Face Blue, Lacewing, Dominant Pied, Recessive Pied.
NOVEMBER Crested, AOSV, Non Standard.
Sale of Birds Members wishing to sell birds at these meetings can do so. Benching space will be made available. Allow for 2 birds to a show cage, with price and breeder’s name. This will make available birds to our new members, and keep the varieties within the Branch. :
LECTURES:
August - Mario Capasso “AI Presentation” DVD PROMOTION
September - Richard Bucior “Aviary & Bird room Management” including “The Spangle Variety”
October - Dr Rob Marshall, Avian Veterinarian - Book Release, “The Budgerigar”
November - Power Point Presentation - Aviary Visits to Al-Nasser, Binks and Attwood studs, UK.
December - Christmas Party.
CANARY & CAGE BIRD IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY 103rd ANNUAL SHOW WAS HELD ON
SUNDAY, 28TH JUNE, 2009 AT THE YMCA HALL, THE RIVER RD, REVESBY.
Congratulations to Joe Elias for winning Champion Bird, where 95 birds were benched.
BRASEA 9TH ANNUAL SHOW WAS HELD ON SATURDAY, 13TH JUNE AND MANY ST. GEORGE MEMBERS DID EXTREMELY WELL. CONGRATULATIONS TO THEM ALL.
A NUMBER OF PHOTOS ARE UP ON THE ST. GEORGE WEBSITE.
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 Supplies 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.
Elenbee Bird Seeds & Supplies are now the official distributors for "The Budgerigar" written by Dr. Rob Marshall. The retail price is $114.00 each and is now available for purchase.
RING REGISTRAR
FOR ALL YOUR RING PURCHASES SEE OUR RING REGISTRAR, CHARLIE HALASZ
AT OUR MEETING NIGHTS. Tel.0413-945-821.
Ring prices for 2009: $45-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
Ring prices for 2010: $50-00 per l00 coded, $47-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
A small postage charge applies for rings not picked up at meetings
PLEASE NOTE: Anyone wanting any 2009 uncoded rings must get them from Charlie by the July meeting night, or let him know by then, if and how many are required, as after this night any unconfirmed orders cannot be met by him, as all leftover rings will be sent back to the BSNSW Ring Registrar, Barbara Wallis, Tel: 4228 3545.
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. SOME STOCK HELD AT BEXLEY – See Warren .
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS, BURNIE - TASMANIA, 2009 - MEMBERS ARE ADVISED TO GO
INTO THE BSNSW WEBSITE WHERE A FULL PICTORIAL COVERAGE OF THE NSW LOGIE
WINNERS IS DISPLAYED, WITH JUDGES’ COMMENTS.
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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 lost
4 to 3, and the increase in perch size to 16mm will commence with the 2011 National in Canberra.
BSNSW ANNUAL SHOW 2010 - After consultation with the Branches it was decided to hold the Annual Show on Sunday, 24th January, 2010. The Bernie Mullane Sports Complex, Kellyville will now be sought to hold the event.
CHANGE IN BSNSW FEE DATES - 2010 BSNSW Membership Fees will be due in January for a 6
month period, and a year’s subscription will commence on 1st July concluding on 30th June, 2011.
BSNSW 2010 RING ISSUE - 2010 Rings will be posted on Monday, 31st August, 2009.
BSNSW JUDGES’ TRAINING PROGRAMME - Terry Bevan, Mario Capasso and Charlie Halasz have
joined the BSNSW Judges’ Training Programme.
PROPOSED WRITTEN MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING between the ABA and The Canary and Cage Bird Federation is being discussed and this would bolster forces, in the area of Council and Government issues and disputes.
RIVERLANDS BRANCH is going through a period of decline and lack of enthusiasm from its membership. BSNSW executives have visited their July meeting to try to assist them revitalize their meetings and provide ideas on its future.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 17TH JULY, 2009
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, BURNIE, TASMANIA, 2009 and The STCC Kellyville 2009 WILL BE GIVEN BY BRUCE AND NOLA BRADFORD.
A PRESENTATION OF AWARDS WILL BE MADE TO ST. GEORGE MEMBERS FOR TEAM CHALLENGE COMPETITION PARTICIPATION.
LAST MONTH’S MEETING INCORPORATED A SALE NIGHT. THE COMMITTEE WAS VERY PLEASED WITH THE RESPONSE WE HAD FROM THE GENERAL PUBLIC. THERE WAS SOME VERY NICE BIRDS FOR SALE ON THE NIGHT, HOWEVER WE WERE A LITTLE DOWN ON SELLERS.
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TABLE SHOWS – OPEN AND RESTRICTED CLASSES
(Table Show Schedule available from Jim Baker.)
AUGUST TO DECEMBER ANNUAL POINT SCORE COMPETION
PLEASE SUPPORT OUR TABLE SHOW EACH MONTH (2009 RING ISSUE), NEST FEATHER AND ADULT PLUMAGE ONLY. NO ENTRY FEE.
VARIETY CERTIFICATES FOR THE FOLLOWING:
AUGUST Clearwing, Cinnamonwing, Spangle Double Factor, Opaline.
SEPTEMBER Opaline AOSV, Clearbody, Spangle, Fallow.
OCTOBER Yellow Face Blue, Lacewing, Dominant Pied, Recessive Pied.
NOVEMBER Crested, AOSV, Non Standard.
Sale of Birds Members wishing to sell birds at these meetings can do so. Benching space will be made available. Allow for 2 birds to a show cage, with price and breeder’s name. This will make available birds to our new members, and keep the varieties within the Branch. :
LECTURES:
August - Mario Capasso “AI Presentation” DVD PROMOTION
September - Richard Bucior “Aviary & Bird room Management” including “The Spangle Variety”
October - Dr Rob Marshall, Avian Veterinarian - Book Release, “The Budgerigar”
November - Power Point Presentation - Aviary Visits to Al-Nasser, Binks and Attwood studs, UK.
December - Christmas Party.
CANARY & CAGE BIRD IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY 103rd ANNUAL SHOW WAS HELD ON
SUNDAY, 28TH JUNE, 2009 AT THE YMCA HALL, THE RIVER RD, REVESBY.
Congratulations to Joe Elias for winning Champion Bird, where 95 birds were benched.
BRASEA 9TH ANNUAL SHOW WAS HELD ON SATURDAY, 13TH JUNE AND MANY ST. GEORGE MEMBERS DID EXTREMELY WELL. CONGRATULATIONS TO THEM ALL.
A NUMBER OF PHOTOS ARE UP ON THE ST. GEORGE WEBSITE.
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 Supplies 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.
Elenbee Bird Seeds & Supplies are now the official distributors for "The Budgerigar" written by Dr. Rob Marshall. The retail price is $114.00 each and is now available for purchase.
RING REGISTRAR
FOR ALL YOUR RING PURCHASES SEE OUR RING REGISTRAR, CHARLIE HALASZ
AT OUR MEETING NIGHTS. Tel.0413-945-821.
Ring prices for 2009: $45-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
Ring prices for 2010: $50-00 per l00 coded, $47-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
A small postage charge applies for rings not picked up at meetings
PLEASE NOTE: Anyone wanting any 2009 uncoded rings must get them from Charlie by the July meeting night, or let him know by then, if and how many are required, as after this night any unconfirmed orders cannot be met by him, as all leftover rings will be sent back to the BSNSW Ring Registrar, Barbara Wallis, Tel: 4228 3545.
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. SOME STOCK HELD AT BEXLEY – See Warren .
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS, BURNIE - TASMANIA, 2009 - MEMBERS ARE ADVISED TO GO
INTO THE BSNSW WEBSITE WHERE A FULL PICTORIAL COVERAGE OF THE NSW LOGIE
WINNERS IS DISPLAYED, WITH JUDGES’ COMMENTS.
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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 lost
4 to 3, and the increase in perch size to 16mm will commence with the 2011 National in Canberra.
BSNSW ANNUAL SHOW 2010 - After consultation with the Branches it was decided to hold the Annual Show on Sunday, 24th January, 2010. The Bernie Mullane Sports Complex, Kellyville will now be sought to hold the event.
CHANGE IN BSNSW FEE DATES - 2010 BSNSW Membership Fees will be due in January for a 6
month period, and a year’s subscription will commence on 1st July concluding on 30th June, 2011.
BSNSW 2010 RING ISSUE - 2010 Rings will be posted on Monday, 31st August, 2009.
BSNSW JUDGES’ TRAINING PROGRAMME - Terry Bevan, Mario Capasso and Charlie Halasz have
joined the BSNSW Judges’ Training Programme.
PROPOSED WRITTEN MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING between the ABA and The Canary and Cage Bird Federation is being discussed and this would bolster forces, in the area of Council and Government issues and disputes.
RIVERLANDS BRANCH is going through a period of decline and lack of enthusiasm from its membership. BSNSW executives have visited their July meeting to try to assist them revitalize their meetings and provide ideas on its future.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
WEB SITE www.budgerigarstgeorgensw.com.au
NEWSLETTER
MEETING - 19TH JUNE, 2009
OUR JUNE MEETING - ANNUAL SALE NIGHT - 19TH JUNE
BRING ALONG YOUR SURPLUS STOCK. SELLERS WILL ONLY BE ST. GEORGE MEMBERS.
GOOD PUBLICITY HAS BEEN PROVIDED TO ENSURE WE HAVE BUYERS FROM OUTSIDE THE BRANCH. 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. Also Elenbee have
Bird boxes that people can buy to take birds home in.
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, BURNIE, TASMANIA, 2009..
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. 205 birds were benched, which included a Spangle class of 17, also 15 Opalines and 15 Clearwings 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 coordinated 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.
OUR TEAM REPRESENTATIVES WERE: Wilson Family, G. Gregoriou, B.& N. Bradford, J. Painter , R Trueman, 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, B Snape, D Avgeris and V Kocoski.
STATE TEAM CHALLENGE COMPETITION
A large number of members were on hand the next day to cheer us into third place, yet another achievement. Six birds were selected into the State Team. Congratulations to our Representatives: Vic Kocoski (2), John Hewitt, Partnerships of Colin and Margaret Morgan, Smith and Parsons, and Bruce and Nola Bradford. Thanks to all members who brought birds along to our Selection Night.
At the Australian Championships in Burnie, Tasmania our members, John Hewitt won second place in the Normal Blue class, and Vic Kocoski finished second and fifth in the AOSV Opaline class. Jim Smith and Michael Parsons won fourth place in the Recessive Pied class and our congratulations go to all 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.
Elenbee Bird Seeds & Supplies are now the official distributors for "The Budgerigar" written by Dr. Rob Marshall. The retail price is $114.00 each and is now available for purchase.
RING REGISTRAR
FOR ALL YOUR RING PURCHASES SEE OUR RING REGISTRAR, CHARLIE HALASZ
AT OUR MEETING NIGHTS. Tel.0413-945-821.
Ring prices for 2009: $48-00 per 100 coded, $45-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
Ring prices for 2010: $50-00 per l00 coded, $45-00 per 100 uncoded, plus postage.
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 Wilson
COMING EVENTS:
Meeting Nights.
August - Mario Capasso “AI Presentation” DVD PROMOTION
September - Richard Bucior “The Spangle Variety”
October - Dr Rob Marshall Avian Veterinarian - Book Release, “The Budgerigar”
November - Power Point Presentation - Aviary Visits to Al-Nasser, Binks and Attwood studs, UK.
December - Christmas Party.
CANARY & CAGE BIRD IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY 103rd ANNUAL SHOW WILL BE HELD ON SUNDAY, 28TH JUNE, 2009 AT THE YMCA HALL, THE RIVER RD, REVESBY.
JOHN CARTER HAS BEEN INVITED TO JUDGE. ENTRIES CLOSE MONDAY, 22nd JUNE
AT 9.30 PM. SCHEDULES AVAILABLE THROUGH BRUCE BRADFORD.
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BRASEA 8TH 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, BURNIE - TASMANIA, 2009 - MEMBERS ARE ADVISED TO GO INTO THE BSNSW WEBSITE WHERE A FULL PICTORIAL COVERAGE OF THE NSW LOGIE WINNERS IS DISPLAYED, WITH JUDGES’ COMMENTS.
CONGRATULATIONS TO CRAIG GEERING AND JODIE ON THE BIRTH OF THEIR SON, CHAD.
ST. GEORGE BRANCH, BUDGERIGAR SOCIETY OF N.S.W. INC.
