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One of the specialist activity groups is the birdwatching outings. This is an active group of members which has a number of outings each year as shown in the calendar, conducted under the umbrella of the Outings Committee.The walks are either arranged by a leader as a separate meet or conducted in conjunction with a general bushwalking outing. The venues selected are generally to places of special interest where there is a variety of birds to observe. A list of sightings is recorded for each outing.
Birdwatching Report 14 participants – 8 members & 6 non members A family of Apostlebirds greeted us as we drove into the carpark at the Bushland Reserve on Hawkesbury Road, Anstead, on a fine, mild, winters morning. 8 members and 6 non members set off along the track running parallel and closest to Hawkesbury Road.… Read More...
Bird Report 11 members & 3 non-members attended On this fine spring morning, as we entered the carpark, 5 noisy Channel-billed cuckoos loudly announced their presence, by the old fig tree. As we approached the flock, they flew off in disgust, creating even more noise than when first heard. We followed the Tingalpa Creek Circuit… Read More...
Report of NPAQ Bird Outing Participants included: 6 NPAQ members 8 Non members 41 birds observed at our Rothwell site. 25 species observed at Deception Bay Foreshore Despite a forecast of rain later in the day, a group of 14 initially met at Wirraway Drive, Rothwell, opposite the Redcliffe Airport. We proceeded towards Coolum… Read More...
Bird walk cancelled due to torrential rain. A pleasant morning was spent at Elanora Park where shelter was ensured with the help of a tarp provided by our local handyman. Happy Xmas to all. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. The diversity of vegetation in this parkland including woodland, lagoons and open grassland provides an opportunity for a wide… Read More...
The group met at Bishop’s Lagoon then proceeded to the Toorbul Bird Roost. Due to the King Tide, there were limited wader birds noted. However, the group enjoyed morning tea and a chat. Some participants stayed for a longer time, and as the tide receded, they were rewarded for their patience. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. The 18th… Read More...
OutingReport 9 attendees – 8 members & 1 non-member 50 birds observed – 41 birds seen & 9 heard – reported on eBird 22/02/2026 The bush was alive with chattering birds. In particular, the little friarbirds dominated the tree tops with their relentless calling. The flowering mistletoe attracted many birds. The lagoons did… Read More...
Report from Birdwatching Week On Monday 16th March 2026 the camp kitchen provided an idea environment for the welcome to the NPAQ bird camp and outline of the planned activities as well as for Happy Hour on most afternoons. Tuesday 17th Activities included: 0630: Bird walk on the Booyong Track where to our surprise… Read More...
Report from 2026-05-24 8 participants met at the car park on Brighton Road and proceeded to circumnavigate the lagoon in a leisurely fashion. Following morning tea the bird count was completed and the following birds were observed: Wandering Whistling Duck x 24; Black Swan x 3; Maned Duck x 4; Pacific Black Duck x 30,… Read More...
Report from 21/06/26 A mild winter’s day 14-15 degrees at starting time, with Noisy Friarbirds acknowledging our presence as we drove into the car park at Warril Parklands. Noisy as they were, the Friarbirds were no where to be seen. Our group of 6 meandered through the interesting nature-play ground and proceeded to the Possum… Read More...
Report from Birdwatching 10 participants met at Oxley Creek Common on a windy winter’s morning. Due to the shelter provided by the trees and bushes along the main path, there were plenty of birds to be seen and heard including: Australian Brush-turkey x 2, Pacific Black Duck x 4, Darter – female x 1, Australian… Read More...
