June 2019 - ACT Beekeepers Association

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[ 07/02/2025 ] Bee Buzz Box April 2025 Swipe the Mite Part V – A Great Treat Apiary
[ 14/12/2024 ] Bee Buzz Box February 2025 Smite the Mite Part III – In Search of the All Mitey Sledge Hammer: The Natural Oils Apiary
[ 14/12/2024 ] Bee Buzz Box March 2025 Smite the Mite Part IV – In Search of the All Mitey Sledge Hammer: Fungal Predators Apiary
[ 12/12/2024 ] Bee Buzz Box November 2024 Smite the Mite Part II – Organic Mite Exterminators Apiary
[ 02/09/2024 ] Bee Buzz Box September 2024 Mite Bee Part VB –The Varroa Suggestion Box: A Better Way Forward Apiary

Bee Buzz Box – June 2019 Art thou a skeppist? Part I The origins and practice of skep beekeeping

16/06/2019 Alan Wade 0

Alan Wade and Frank Derwent In this two-part series we examine first the lost art of skepping and its transition to the modern and robust frame hive. To begin we trace the origins and practice […]

Putting Bees on Notice

08/06/2019 Alan Wade 0

Alan Wade As individuals, we all experience collective amnesia whenever it’s time to decide what to do next. We muddle along, sometimes making ill-advised choices, if not first overtaken by events. Bees are somewhat different. […]

Armour ventilated beekeeping suit

Small Armour ventilated beekeeping suit. In very good condition with the exception of some pink highlights from a wash with colours.
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Established colonies rehomed

Established colonies rehomed Rehomed colonies available around 6 weeks after removal. Overwintered colonies available now on new foundation. Dermot 0402 201 450
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Bee Hives

Well established beehives. 3 box 9 frame Poly $750 (2) 6 frame genuine Flow Hive Classic supers with Flow frames (fits 8 frame set-up) $400 each.
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Swarms and Nucs

Taking orders for swarms and Nucs. Swarms are $80. Nucs are re-homed colonies that are ready now. 6 frame colonies $240 in to your gear.
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Beekeeping equipment for sale

If you are looking for beekeeping equipment, get in touch. Pickup available (O'Connor). Delivery $20 ACT only. 8 and 10 frame sized equipment available.
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Honey Jars

I've ended up with more jars than I need. 300ml which holds 400gm. In boxes of 84 ($100), but boxes can be broken up.
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