Lewin’s Rail generally aren’t seen at Mt St Joseph pond in winter because of the water levels. I did see one a few weeks ago crossing a path, but there are enough dog walkers coming through that I think that spot will just be frustrating. John Barkla reported one on Skeleton Ck behind the Sanctuary … Read more

This morning I saw the Hooded Plover at the usual spot on the Noosa River north shore, seen from the vicinity of the big fixed telescope on the south shore (the third bench to the east of the scope). It was by no means easy to find. I was there for more than an hour … Read more

Hi all,   Here’s the latest monthly wrap-up for my Hunter Big Year in which I’m attempting to see 333 species within the confines of the Hunter Region in one year. Please excuse the subliminal (and somewhat awful) pun towards the end of the piece.   —   The onset of winter was always going … Read more

Hi all, I am spending some time in Melbourne over my “summer break” from Thailand. Does anyone have any latest info on the Lewin’s Rail and Scarlet Honeyeaters sightings at St. Joseph’s pond and Banyule respectively. Much appreciated. Paul — Paul Rose Head of Science Chairperson – Sustainability Committee Prem Center for International Education PO … Read more

G’day all! Recently I was able to take off for a 3 week birding trip to target a few outback birds and see some country that I previously had not seen. ROUTE Sydney to Bowra Station (3 nights) via Wellington (for a couple of days bird banding). Over the following two weeks I moved through … Read more