Hello Cocky! celebrates Australia's iconic cockatoo in a vibrant picture book from award-winning creators Hilary Bell and Antonia Pesenti (Rhyme Cordial). Through playful rhyming text and bold, graphic illustrations, the story follows these charismatic birds from treetops to rooftops, capturing their mischievous spirit and unique personality. This collaboration between Bell, an award-winning playwright, and Pesenti, known for their previous work Alphabetical Sydney, brings a fresh perspective to Australian wildlife storytelling. The book's tall format cleverly mirrors the cockatoo's proportions, while the graphic illustrations engage young readers in a visual celebration of these beloved birds. The book offers a joyful exploration of the cockatoo's place in Australian culture and environment, making it both an entertaining read and a celebration of one of Australia's most recognisable native birds.