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Posted on Thursday 16th of October, 2025,
Greater Shepparton City Council and RiverConnect are encouraging community members to participate in Australia’s largest annual citizen science event – Aussie Bird Count.
Aussie Bird Count invites people to observe and count birds locally for 20 minutes a day throughout National Bird Week, held between 20 - 26 October 2025. The project is run by BirdLife Australia and aims to collect data about local bird populations.
Council is partnering with RiverConnect to promote the initiative, which will assist Council to understand patterns of species, gaps in species types and if our One Tree Per Child Program is increasing bird populations and the number of species in Greater Shepparton. With its rich network of rivers and natural bushland, Greater Shepparton is a thriving habitat for birdlife, making it an ideal region to contribute valuable data to this national project.
RiverConnect Community Advisory Committee Councillor Representative Cr Steven Threlfall, McEwen Ward, said the event is a fun way for people of all ages to be part of shaping the future of bird conservation.
“The data collected from this program helps Council to continue to make informed decisions regarding the future of our environment and outdoor spaces,” Cr Threlfall said.
The initiative encourages families, individuals and visitors to spend time outdoors and observe the birds they see. Residents can count birds and contribute to data, by using the free Aussie Bird Count app or website.
Council is encouraging participants to carry out their surveys within a bush reserve to assist with understanding how our local birds are responding to our changing landscape and the One Tree Per Child revegetation program.
“This is a great way to get out and enjoy our region’s great outdoors. I encourage everyone to participate, whether it’s in your own backyard or in the outdoor spaces we have available right across Greater Shepparton,” Cr Threlfall said.
Residents can register for the event online, by visiting the Aussie Bird Count website: https://aussiebirdcount.org.au/
For further information, please call Council on 5832 9700 or email council@shepparton.vic.gov.au.
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