Publications for New Members (Beekeepers)
We would encourage all new beekeepers to read the following publications
The following publications were previously printed and given to each new member in a 'Beginner pack'.
In the interests of decreasing our club's carbon footprint it was decided to give each member
the option of reading the material on-line or printing it themselves.
In the interests of decreasing our club's carbon footprint it was decided to give each member
the option of reading the material on-line or printing it themselves.
Apiary Code of Practice.
This Code is a document for the management of beehives and incorporates a reference or minimum standard by which all persons who own, manage or operate honey bee hives in the State of Victoria must comply. This Code is formulated to form the basic prescription for harmonious co-occupation by beehives and land occupiers in Victoria. The aim of the Code is to ensure that the keeping of honey bees does not become a nuisance to people, property, domestic animals or native flora and fauna. 
Bio-Security Code of Practice. The Biosecurity Code of Practice is based on the principles of good biosecurity and aims to provide a clear framework for Australian beekeepers to engage in best-practice biosecurity. The standards expected in the Code are not onerous, only things that all beekeepers should be doing anyway to manage and / or minimise the impact of pests and diseases on their hives. Hive Record Cards pdf
Hive Record Abbreviations pdf Seasonal Hive Management pdf Hobby Beekeeping : agnote 1146 General information on getting started. Safe Beekeeping Practice: agnote 1240 Common occupational health and safety issues affecting beekeepers. |
Races of Honey Bees The most commonly worked bee races in Australia Attributes of Italian, Caucasion, Carniolan and Ligurian Bees are listed 
How Do Bees Make Honey
The bee is a marvelous flying machine. She can carry a payload close to her own weight. Consider, the most advanced design in aircraft can only take off with a load 1/4 of its own weight and you’ll appreciate the miracle that the honeybee can remain airborne with such a load. 
Trees & Plants for Bees pdf A comprehensive list in order of season giving tree and plant size, flowering times and honey production - nb: this may all vary with district and seasonal variations. Beginning with Bees (GAA) This 12 page booklet produced by the Gippsland Apiarists Association is an excellent read for anyone starting out or thinking about getting bees.
Beekeeping and Livestock Disease Control Act agnote 1100 This paper outlines all of the necessary laws and responsibilities Registration as a Beekeeper Everyone keeping bees must register. This online form makes it easy and it's free for up to 5 hives if you apply online. Bee speak was designed to be printed onto both sides of an A4 and folded in thirds. It is a comprehensive dictionary of beekeeping terms for the beginner. General Cautions: Guidelines and recommendations for Beginner Beekeepers |