Magpie-swooping season is here. But you can avoid attack - if you play by their rules

From donning 'pie-proof' bike helmets to conversing with the songbirds, the key to avoiding avian conflict might be learning to speak their language, experts sayFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastDown a gravel track in the backblocks west of Ipswich ride six middle-aged women. Their bikes are black, their shorts and exercise tops nondescript - but strapped atop their helmets are party hats."You know those little cone hats you used to wear as a kid?" Christina Slik says. "With the streamers on top and the reflective colouring?"Sign up for a weekly email featuring our best reads Continue reading...