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Bec's Beehive Beekeeping Supplies & Training

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 409 850 735

Address: 45 Trumpington Grove 3791 Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.becsbeehive.com.au

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25.01.2022 Dont miss this event to hear Simon Mildren who has been kicking goals in the technology sector with Beekeeping! RSVP via this llink below. https://facebook.com/events/s/tech-futures-future-of-food-be/337516957639743/?ti=icl

24.01.2022 Hows this creative puppetry!!! Fantastic!!!

24.01.2022 How does plant health affect bee health? What biosecurity risks are the Australian beekeeping industry and governments on the lookout for? How do plants and que...en breeding underpin an industry responsible for the pollination of 2/3s of the food we eat? Join Elizabeth Frost to celebrate National Science Week and have a chat today at 3:30pm AEST. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZYtf-yvpzIuGNwfL47Svs3K0dQ1JNRAJ https://vimeo.com/449882217

24.01.2022 Welcome New Subscribers! Who would have thought the history of beekeeping would be so much fun? Fear not approach! There are no Wasps, there are no Hornets h...ere. Please feel free to comment. The Historical Honeybee Articles - Beekeeping History has recently surpassed 25,000 subscribes, and I wanted to re-post our welcome letter for the new subscribers. -Please Read and share this invite to your bee loving friends. The verse on the image was written by the 17th century poet; Francis Quarles. It was often seen in historic literature on the preface pages in books of Academia as a warm welcome to the reader, -an invitation to come, stay, and learn from the gift presented to them. This verse from Quarles is a fitting way to express a warm welcome to the new subscribers of the Historical Honeybee Articles facebook page. Historical Honeybee Articles Motto: Floriferis ut apes in saltibus omnia libant The above is a Latin phrase by Lucretius; a Roman poet who lived 94 B.C. - 55 B.C., which translates: "As bees, taste of every thing in the flowery meadows." Throughout history, this motto was generally chosen by selectors of literature , who either cull, or affect to cull the beauties of many authors. As bees, taste of every thing in the flowery meadows so do we feed on every golden word scribed down in the history of beekeeping. Floriferis ut apes in saltibus omnia libant is a fitting motto for the Historical Honeybee Articles Archives, which attempts to select from the vast wealth of historical bee literature, for the purpose of sharing with others. All are welcome to share anything posted on this site, for use in your local bee club newsletter or facebook page. All I ask is that you please remember to share a link to this site as the source so others may find this page. Thank You For Subscribing, And Enjoy the History of Beekeeping! Best Wishes, Historical Honeybee Articles Floriferis ut apes in saltibus omnia libant The Image says: I here present thee with a hive of bees, laden some with wax, and some with honey. Fear not approach! There are no Wasps, there are no Hornets here. If some wanton Bee should chance to buzz about thine ears, stand thy ground and hold thy hands: there's none will sting thee if thou strike not first. If any do, she hath honey in her bag will cure thee too. -Francis Quarles. Divine Fancies digested into Epigrams, Meditations and Observations (1632)

24.01.2022 If you missed the innovation tech talk about the future of bees & food security here is the link. Some really interesting projects on the horizon. Watch this space HiveKeepers https://youtu.be/KiUHUH8PR1s

24.01.2022 AgriFutures Australia has issued a press release on the Plan Bee genetic improvement program https://bit.ly/2ZWzxt9

24.01.2022 Our Victorian SQRT (State Quarantine Response Team) headed by Joe & our Vic Apiary Officers did an amazing job on the front line. I was so honoured to be part of this first SQRT response team out around the Port of Melbourne undertaking varroa survelliance with an amazing team of beekeepers. Preparedness was definiltey the key in a successful operation. Well done!!!

24.01.2022 Another beauty!

23.01.2022 Australian Pollinator Week is 8th - 15th November. Jump on board and see what's happenening around your area to celebrate our important pollinators. https://www.australianpollinatorweek.org.au/

23.01.2022 I'm super excited to announce our Beginner Beekeeping Course is soon to be offered online! Yes now you can connect with us no matter where you are and learn how you too can have your own backyard bees. We are currently seeking expressions of interest now and the class will begin September - 3x 2hr sessions will fun over a 2 week period. Dates & time will be confirmed soon. Cost is $200 per person once dates are confirmed. So register your interest now to be the f...irst to hear when registration opens. I can't wait to help you "create a buzz in your backyard" this season!!! Oh yeah, you can also buy bees from us too after completion of the course. So we will have you setup and ready for Spring. Register your interest here https://www.becsbeehive.com.au//aaa-workshop-beekeeping-fo Also other courses will be offered soon at beesmartbeekeeping this is our online class portal! Can't wait!!!

23.01.2022 Hobby beekeepers in Stage 4 restrictions please read

23.01.2022 Are you looking for quality extractors for your upcoming season. Or maybe you already have some honey to pull. Lucky you!!! We have extractors available and ready to ship or pickup right now in stock. Ranging from 2-4 frame manual to 3-6-18frame Lyson Electric & 12V. Stainless Steel (not Chrome that can rust) & all of premium quality. Larger sizes available by request Shipping quotes available by request - send your Suburb, Postcode and extractor of interest to... us by email [email protected] https://www.becsbeehive.com.au/search?page=1&q=extractor See more

22.01.2022 Amazing little creatures https://www.abc.net.au//new-aus-research-finds-ho/12618064

21.01.2022 An interesting research paper that was just submitted for publication on the use of propolis against Covid 19 [https://www.sciencedirect.com//arti/pii/S0753332220308155](https://www.sciencedirect.com//arti/pii/S0753332220308155)

20.01.2022 Our BEEKEEPING for BEGINNERS ONLINE COURSE is filling up with all these amazing enthusiastic beekeepers to bee. Yes they'll be able to begin this Spring with the knowledge and know-how without the overwhelm! So if you want to create a buzz in your backyard this Spring join us to help guide you though the weeds... we'll help you setup, begin and understand your bees so you can share your backyard with them too. registrations close Sunday 8th September 2020 at midnight.... Course begins Thursday 10th September 2020 at 7pm Can't wait! Here what others have to say about our courses here... its all the buzz! https://www.becsbeehive.com.au//aaa-workshop-beekeeping-fo Here what others have experienced here about our courses https://www.becsbeehive.com.au/pages/testimonials

19.01.2022 WEEKEND SALE Recover most of your honey from cappings or your honeycomb with these gorgeous Red Italian Honey Presses. Have your own Cold Pressed and absolutely delicious honey straight from the hive. Don't miss out on our RED Italian Honey Press WEEKEND SALE - use the discount code... COLDPRESSED for a whopping $60 off RRP!!! Offer is ON NOW & available until Midnight Sunday night. Australia Wide Shipping or Local Click & Collect www.becsbeehive.com.au & search for "Italian Honey Press"

19.01.2022 Registrations are now open to create a buzz in your beehive this season delivered online via our online BeeSmart Beekeeping portal. So if you have a dream of having your own backyard bees then join us to learn how to start and all the necessary basics to begin. We can't wait to help you create a buzz in your backyard. https://www.becsbeehive.com.au//aaa-workshop-beekeeping-fo

18.01.2022 Everyone falls in love with bees when they begin hobby Beekeeping and we love helping you begin your journey without all the confusion & overwhelm. Keep in the loop with our upcoming online courses & resources to help you keep your bees happy & healthy so you can make the most of your hobby! Here is a link: www.beesmartbeekeeping.com ... New Courses & Resources Coming Soon! *Spring Readiness *Beginner Beekeeping *There are Swarm cells in my Hive - now What? Swarm control & prevention *Nuisance Free Beekeeping *Whats in my tool kit & how to use it *Splits & Increase - Growing my Apiary *BioSecurity Checks *Using my Hive Tool properly See ya in there

17.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day to all of the amazing Dads!! Have a fantastic day

16.01.2022 The School Year Has Begun For Many Youngsters. Here is a Lesson for Young Beekeepers Share With Your Friends. Via: Historical Honeybee Articles - Beekeepin...g History Image: Circa 1902 to 1926 - Apis Mellifica School Room Wall Chart by Prof. Dr. Paul Pfurtscheller. Dr. Paul Pfurtscheller was an Austria zoologist, known best for his series of 38 lithograph zoological school charts. He initially designed these pull down charts to use in his own classrooms, but they were quickly recognized as exceptional works, and began being used at the Zoological Institute University. These charts are very rare; printed between 1902 and 1926. ===== The following article not related to above image. circa. 1873 - Lessons for Young Beekeepers Lesson 1 - Natural History 1. To what order of insects does the bee belong? Hymenoptera. 2. Why so named? Hymenoptera is from two Greek words that mean "wing'' and "membrane;" it is applied to all insects that have four membranous wings. 3. To what genus does the honey bee belong? Apidae. 4. Why is it so named? From the Latin Apis, a bee. From this word comes also apiary, apiarian, etc. This word apis is prefixed to some other term to denote the different species of the honey bee. Thus, Apis Mellifica, the common black bee; Apis Ligustica, or Apis Ligurienne, the Italian or Ligurian bee; Apis Fasciata, the Egyptian bee; Apis Indica, the East Indian species, and so on. 5. What is the meaning of Mellifica? It is from two Latin words that mean "honey" and "to make," hence it means "honey-making." It might, with equal propriety, have been applied to any other species besides the black bee. 6. Describe the bee briefly. A bee is a true insect that is, one that has six legs, four wings, and whose body is divided into three distinct parts or segments, called the Head, Thorax, and Abdomen. 7. Describe the head. It is triangular in shape and is furnished with two compound eyes, three simple eyes, and two antennae. 8. Describe the compound eyes. Viewed through the microscope, they seem to be made up of a great number of little eyes, hexagonal in shape and are arranged regularly. They seem to be fixed, incapable of motion. -National Agriculturist. Source: The Indiana Progress, Indiana, Pennsylvania, April 03, 1873 1873 - Lessons for Young Beekeepers Image: Apis Mellifica Wall Chart by Prof. Dr. Paul Pfurtscheller

16.01.2022 Ive just received an email from Phil McPherson the VAA President with regards to hobby beekeeping rules during the Stage 4 COVID lockdown. If you are a hobby beekeeper & your hives are more than 5km away please read ********************************** Dear Bec McBride,... I have received a number of emails requesting advice and assistance to bee keepers who are living under Stage 4 Restrictions. Upon my request, Agriculture Victoria has provided me with this link from the Department of Health and Human Services: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/stage-4-restrictions-summary-co As shown below in this links target, the stage 4 restrictions do allow for people to leave their 5 km restriction zone to care for animals. Can I leave home to care for animals located on property other than my place of residence? Yes, including on property greater than 5km from your usual residence, but you should limit travel where you can. If you need to leave home to attend to your animals, the restrictions travel with you and so you need to abide by the same rules as if you were at home. You should wear a mask and practise good hygiene, including washing and sanitising hands before and after handling animals and their equipment, bedding or food. Fellow beekeepers, please remember that personal safety is our highest priority and that having people mixing in the community is a sure vector for the viruss spread. I urge you to be patient, stay isolated, keep informed and be kind to each other. Yours Sincerely Phil McPherson VAA Inc President

14.01.2022 The Slovenian Beekeeping life is truely magical & the therapeutic relief bees offer is something special. Would love one of these setups . https://www.facebook.com/133536249999517/posts/3417701391582970/?vh=e

14.01.2022 We only sell 100% Pure Australian Beeswax in our foundation. I know its a bit costly but dont settle for anything less and dont compromise our Aussie Beeswax. Always ask "is this 100% Pure Australian Beeswax"... if the answer is no... move on. Thanks for your support everyone

13.01.2022 Attention Everyone who is booked into our upcoming VIRTUAL Beekeeping for Beginner's class starting this week - CHECK your junk MAIL if you haven't received notification from us over the weekend. We can't wait to help you create a buzz in your backyard!!!

13.01.2022 Hooray!!! Happy Spring everyone

12.01.2022 Our friends at Rooftop Honey have some gorgeous goodies you may like to send to a friend or loved one during the COVID lockdown in Melbourne. Gift wrapping available too. Plenty of sweet delights available made or influenced by our beautiful pollinators

12.01.2022 We only sell 100% Pure Australian Beeswax in our foundation. I know it's a bit costly but dont settle for anything less and dont compromise our Aussie Beeswax. Always ask "is this 100% Pure Australian Beeswax"... if the answer is no... move on. Thanks for your support everyone

12.01.2022 Attention Everyone who is booked into our upcoming VIRTUAL Beekeeping for Beginners class starting this week - CHECK your junk MAIL if you havent received notification from us over the weekend. We cant wait to help you create a buzz in your backyard!!!

11.01.2022 Aussie Wax Capping Melters are now back in stock. 7L, 15L, 25L & 35L. Fantstic to render your honey from wax cappings, candle making etc. https://www.becsbeehive.com.au/search?q=wax+melter Contact us for shipping quote if you wish - these are the best wax melters around.

11.01.2022 Time to get onto queen wasp trapping now! Join in the challenge everyone

10.01.2022 Exciting news for our North Eastern Melbourne & surrounds Beekeepers We're opening up a new Pick Up location just North East of the Melbourne City and in time for Spring Craziness. Yes that's right... coming soon!! You will be able to Click & Collect our awesome & comprehensive beekeeping supplies at 2 locations- one near the city and one in the Hills. Save on postage & click & collect available soon. ... Stay Tuned for more developments!

10.01.2022 Exciting news for our North Eastern Melbourne & surrounds Beekeepers Were opening up a new Pick Up location just North East of the Melbourne City and in time for Spring Craziness. Yes thats right... coming soon!! You will be able to Click & Collect our awesome & comprehensive beekeeping supplies at 2 locations- one near the city and one in the Hills. Save on postage & click & collect available soon. ... Stay Tuned for more developments!

09.01.2022 Flash Sale this weekend! Are you ready for swarm collection and splits. Our colonies are in rapid buildup & you should be prepared for swarming or swarm control. These 5frame size nucs are fab to keep in the back of your car just in case. Special deal this weekend only. ... Share with a friend or keep both for yourself- you can never have enough gear. Buy 2 flat pack wooden nucs for $100 plus shipping. Or pick up available too. Click & collect always available with your one stop bee shop!! https://www.becsbeehive.com.au//wooden-nuc-pair-complete-5

08.01.2022 Had a little chat with our local radio 3MDR & Jules Vines talking about swarms and bees. Thanks Jules Vines Their radiothon is on now so subscribe & thrive!!!

08.01.2022 How Beautiful!!! Mmmm dreaming of our next harvest! https://www.facebook.com/YarraValleyBeeGroup/videos/628241140640037/?vh=e

08.01.2022 Vote for Hivekeepers!!! Do it for your bees

07.01.2022 A Farmer wants a Wife is looking for a beekeeper male to join the group. If interested here is the link to apply!! https://farmerwantsawife.com.au/

06.01.2022 Here is the latest NSW DPI Bee BioSecurity newsletter fyi https://mailchi.mp/3e/bee-biosecurity-news-october-3281994

05.01.2022 Im super excited to announce our Beginner Beekeeping Course is soon to be offered online! Yes now you can connect with us no matter where you are and learn how you too can have your own backyard bees. We are currently seeking expressions of interest now and the class will begin September - 3x 2hr sessions will fun over a 2 week period. Dates & time will be confirmed soon. Cost is $200 per person once dates are confirmed. So register your interest now to be the f...irst to hear when registration opens. I cant wait to help you "create a buzz in your backyard" this season!!! Oh yeah, you can also buy bees from us too after completion of the course. So we will have you setup and ready for Spring. Register your interest here https://www.becsbeehive.com.au//aaa-workshop-beekeeping-fo Also other courses will be offered soon at beesmartbeekeeping this is our online class portal! Cant wait!!!

05.01.2022 Update from AHBIC (Australian Honey Bee Industry Council. APIS FLOREA IN BRISBANE On Sunday 1 November, 2020 a container was unloaded from an international vessel at Brisbane port and there was an Apis florea (red dwarf honey bee or dwarf honey bee) nest on the container. ... At this time the bees have been killed, a queen has been found. Further examination of these bees has taken place and no external mites were detected following an ethanol wash of the bees. Examination for tracheal mites is not planned. With the capture of the queen, there is negligible risk that any absconding bees could establish a new colony. Sweep netting is being carried out in the area but it is not expected that any more bees will be found. Trevor Weatherhead, AHBIC Chair and Robert Dewar, QBA President, have been down to the port and been briefed on what occurred. As more information comes to hand it will be passed on. Trevor Weatherhead AM AHBIC Chair 5 November 2020

05.01.2022 Last chance to join us. Our Virtual Course begins this Thursday 7pm -9pm. Bookings close midnight tonight. Lets create a buzz in your backyard without being a nuisance!

04.01.2022 Here is the latest Newsletter from Australian Honey Bee Industry Corp AHBIC. https://mailchi.mp//ahbic-monthly-news-augustseptember-202

04.01.2022 Im getting a lot of calls from people thinking their hives are QUEENLESS after a swarm has been cast from their hive. This Queen dial for breeding queens is a fantastic tool for every beekeeper to determine when they can start seeing eggs and most importantly if they don’t by a certain date then their hive, most probably, is queenless. If you introduce a new queen into a queen right hive they will ball & kill her. So check first to ensure your hive is queenless. Available... to purchase from our store . The demonstrated dial is the new & updated style. Wholesale enquiring welcome for bulk quantities. Contact us [email protected] as we are the aussie distributor. https://www.becsbeehive.com.au//pro/queen-development-dial

03.01.2022 The London Honey Company has a short film on their Heather Honey. Here is a link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=noVIz8e9oLI

03.01.2022 Its been a busy time for our commercial beekeepers crossing boarders after almonds & I spose the boarder control police found a more suitable uniform

03.01.2022 Do you need some face protection when mowing around your hives??? Is your grass gowing at a rapid speed and its too hard to keep up, or do you just love to sit and gaze at your bees without the worry of that one guard showing her worth... so we've decided to offer our super popular Cowboy hat as our November Special. Aussie Wide Shipping or local click & collect. Becs BeeHive Supplies has what you need to enjoy and love your bees! https://www.becsbeehive.com.au//personal-/products/bee-hat Becs BeeHIve Bee Supplies and our BeeSmart Training team

02.01.2022 What a fantastic observation hive at the Charles Sturt City Library. The project has been in the making for over 12 months. Looks wonderful! https://www.charlessturt.sa.gov.au//bee-autiful-hive-insta

01.01.2022 Beautiful day for working bees!