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Bee Keeper
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Save the bees

By purchasing a Canberra Bee Collective bee colony you are:

  • Rescuing bees Our colonies are rehomed

  • Supporting genetic diversity Greater genetic diversity in honeybee populations fosters higher community resistance to pests and disease

  • Buying local Our bees are acclimatised to Canberra's conditions

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Post removal, each rehomed colony of bees is supported while rebuilding on fresh comb at our local apiary. This gives us time to check for disease, temperament and laying quality of the queen before they move into their new home in your yard.

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6 frame nuc (nucleus) colonies are available September–January. Nucs consist of 6 full depth (standard) sized frames filled with eggs, larvae, pollen and nectar, a laying queen and lots of bees. 

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For enquires outside of September–January or regarding top bar hives, please contact us.

First time beekeepers: please read

So you've decided to welcome bees into your life. Congratulations! Beekeeping is a satisfying and rewarding activity. But definitely something you need to be prepared for.

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A few recommendations (before the bees arrive!):

  • Get informed Learn as much as you can about bees

  • Gain hands-on experience Sign up for a practical course to gain confidence in handling bees

  • Prepare your equipment You'll need to buy a hive in which to house the bees, protective equipment, a hive tool and a smoker

  • Consider timing The best time to start beekeeping is in spring or early summer, to allow the bees to settle in before winter

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