Discover the fascinating lives of everyday birds

Hi, I’m Kirsty Costa.

I’m a science communicator, birdwatcher and storyteller, and the host of Weekend Birder - one of Australia’s favourite nature podcasts.

Birds are part of our daily lives. They share our spaces, from backyards and local parks to suburban streets, waterways and beaches. Weekend Birder brings their stories, behaviour and science to life, revealing just how much is happening around us.

Birdwatching is for everyone and you are most welcome here.

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Explore Weekend Birder

Listen

Stories & science about Australian birds

→ Listen to the podcast

Learn

Birdwatching advice and bird ID guides

→ Explore the guides

Join in

Bird walks, events and local groups

→ Find your flock

Season 5 is here!

Weekend Birder podcast Season 5 is sharing more bird stories, science and places. If you’re new, there are over 150 episodes waiting for you on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, your favourite podcast app or right here.

→ Explore the library

Weekend Birder is on the road and (hopefully) coming to a town or screen near you.

Bird Events

→ Let's meet up

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Gannet t-shirt (black)
$42.00

A soft, comfortable t-shirt featuring one of Australia’s underrated seabirds.

• Black t-shirt
• Hand-drawn retro illustration of an Australian Gannet
• Designed and printed in Australia by a local artist
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Available in unisex and women’s cuts

Australian postage is free and orders ship within 10 business days, with delivery typically taking 1-3 days to reach you after dispatch.

Women’s tees are more fitted - consider sizing up one for a better feel ↓

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Gannet t-shirt (white)
$42.00

A soft, comfortable t-shirt featuring one of Australia’s underrated seabirds.

• White t-shirt
• Hand-drawn retro illustration of an Australian Gannet
• Designed and printed in Australia by a local artist
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Available in unisex and women’s cuts

Australian postage is free and orders ship within 10 business days, with delivery typically taking 1-3 days to reach you after dispatch.

Women’s tees are more fitted - consider sizing up one for a better feel ↓

Read more →
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Gannet t-shirt (blue)
$42.00

A soft, comfortable t-shirt featuring one of Australia’s underrated seabirds.

• Royal blue t-shirt
• Hand-drawn retro illustration of an Australian Gannet
• Designed and printed in Australia by a local artist
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Available in unisex and women’s cuts

Australian postage is free and orders ship within 10 business days, with delivery typically taking 1-3 days to reach you after dispatch.

Women’s tees are more fitted - consider sizing up one for a better feel ↓

Read more →
Magpie t-shirt (black)
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Magpie t-shirt (black)
$42.00

A soft, comfortable t-shirt featuring one of Australia’s most recognisable birds:

• Black t-shirt
• Hand-drawn vintage illustration of an Australian Magpie
• Designed and printed in Australia by a local artist
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Available in unisex and women’s cuts

Australian postage is free and orders ship within 10 business days, with delivery typically taking 1-3 days to reach you after dispatch.

Women’s tees are more fitted - consider sizing up one for a better feel ↓

Read more →
Team Tawny t-shirt (navy)
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Team Tawny t-shirt (navy)
$42.00

A soft, comfortable t-shirt featuring one of Australia’s 2025 Bird of the Year.

$5 from every t-shirt sold is donated to BirdLife Australia:

• Navy blue t-shirt
• Retro hand-drawn illustration of Tawny Frogmouths
• Designed and printed in Australia by a local artist
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Available in unisex and women’s cuts
• Also available without text

Australian postage is free and orders ship within 10 business days, with delivery typically taking 1-3 days to reach you after dispatch.

Women’s tees are more fitted - consider sizing up one for a better feel ↓

Read more →
Unisex t-shirt that is brown in colour. Illustration is of 5 tawny frogmouths and the text says 'Team Tawny'
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Team Tawny t-shirt (brown)
$42.00

A soft, comfortable t-shirt featuring one of Australia’s 2025 Bird of the Year. $5 from every t-shirt sold is donated to BirdLife Australia:

• Chocolate brown t-shirt
• Retro hand-drawn illustration of Tawny Frogmouths
• Designed and printed in Australia by a local artist
• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Available in unisex cut
• Also available without text

Australian postage is free and orders ship within 10 business days, with delivery typically taking 1-3 days to reach you after dispatch.

Read more →

T-shirts for people who love Aussie birds.

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