The Australian Pigeon Centre fully supports the The Australian Pigeon Council Ltd (APCL) which was registered as a Charity on the 20/10/2025, they are authorised to operate in all the States and Territories in Australia.

Activities

Operational Activities – Heritage Events and Exhibitions:

How this activity furthers our organisation’s purpose?

The APCL advances its Charitable purpose of promoting culture and education through heritage-focused pigeon events and public exhibitions that celebrate Australia's pigeon keeping traditions.

Purpose and Objects:  

These activities include the establishment of the National Pigeon Museum & Cultural Archive, which preserves and displays artifacts, historical records, and memorabilia of cultural and military significance, documenting pigeons' vital role in Australian communication, nation-building, and defense history.

The APCL will conduct "Thoroughbreds of the Sky" heritage homing events that combine sporting tradition with educational content about responsible animal welfare, ethical breeding practices, and the historical significance of pigeon keeping. Public exhibitions are delivered through schools, community centers, and regional locations, engaging diverse audiences including youth, families, elderly participants, and people with disabilities through accessible programming and community loft initiatives.

These heritage activities directly further the organisation's constitutional objects by promoting public awareness and education about pigeons, preserving Australia's Pigeon Heritage through Museum operations and archival collections, and supporting inclusive community participation across all ages and abilities.

The activities build upon the charitable legacy of programs like the Mallee Classic Internationale One Loft Event, which successfully raised funds for disability services and community causes while engaging schools and local councils in educational visits. By integrating military and defense heritage—including recognition of Australian Army Signal Corps pigeons awarded the Dickin Medal—with contemporary cultural programming, APCL positions pigeon keeping as a significant element of Australian Cultural Heritage worthy of preservation, study, and public engagement through accessible educational platforms.