In this issue:

• AFB AWARENESS MONTH
• Biosecurity News. Diary dates
• Rego fee freeze. Member cards. Swarms
• When to open hives after winter. Contest
• Council meeting 29 October. ABA shop
• Science or Snake Oil: Manuka honey
• Ask a beekeeping expert
• Tocal Field Day 14 October
• Decoding the language of bees
• Warning signs. Spring tips. Apiary ID
• Biosecurity: splitting hives, almond season
• Inner West Field Day 28 October
• Inveterate Inventor on warming cabinets
• Free Guide to Identifying Bees etc
• Club contacts. Links. Executive