Parramatta newsletter - July 2017

Parramatta newsletter - July 2017

In this Issue

  • Update on Ross’ Recovery
  • Beekeeping Registration Requirements
  • July Event – Christmas in July Dinner, Wednesday, 12 July 2017
  • June Club Event – Honey – could it be the sweet solution to the superbug crisis? - Summary
  • Feature – Step by Step Guide to a Tried and Tested Method of Melting Wax in a Microwave
  • Training by the NSW Apiarists' Association – Eucalyptus Identification Workshop – 5 and 6 August 2017
  • 2017 Quick Reference to key position holder’s contacts
  • Beekeeper Training Available
  • Beekeeping in Japan
  • Club Shop
  • ABA Fees 2017
  • Future events

Macarthur newsletter - June 2017

Macarthur newsletter - June 2017

With the weather getting cooler it is now a good time to clean up equipment and around the hives. Speaking from experience, it is much easier to fit wax to clean frames than have to clean the frames first, especially when you are in a hurry to do your hives, finding them full and then needing to put in more foundation!

Illawarra field day reminder - June 2017

Illawarra field day reminder - June 2017

Field Day: Sunday 25 June 2017

10AM SUNDAY
BEE FRIENDLY GARDENS, BEE DISEASES & FEEDING YOUR BEES

It's that time of year that you should make sure your bees have what they need for the winter period so feeding is an option for some beekeepers. This month we will look at this topic plus bee diseases and some more info on bee-friendly gardening. 

  • the shop will be open from approx 9.30AM 
  • the meeting starts at 10.00AM in the clubhouse
  • if weather permits we may inspect beehives in the apiary
  • please bring along your beekeeping protective clothing, if you don't have an outfit we can provide you one for the event

Macarthur Beekeepers notice

New Country of Origin Food Labelling Law – free webinar for businesses

At 6:30pm on Thursday 22 June AEST the ACCC, along with representatives from peak industry groups, will be streaming a free webinar on the new law. The webinar will focus on the practical issues for businesses complying with the new food labelling requirements before they become mandatory on 1 July 2018.

The webinar will address the following questions:

  • Who needs to make a country of origin claim?
  • What do 'grown', 'produced', 'made' and 'packed' mean?
  • When can I make a 'made in' claim?
  • How do I calculate the percentage of Australian content in my products?
  • How will the new requirements be enforced?

Register now to participate. 

Parramatta newsletter - June 2017

Parramatta newsletter - June 2017

In this Issue

  • Get Well Ross!
  • Beekeeping Registration Requirements
  • June Club Event – Honey – could it be the sweet solution to the superbug crisis?
  • May Club Event – The Beevangelist - Summary
  • Autumn / Winter hive management
  • Ten important things EVERY beekeeper should know and do
  • 2017 Quick Reference to key position holder’s contacts
  • St Ives Show – Summary
  • Club Library Update
  • Fascinating facts about bees!
  • Beekeeper Training Available
  • Club Shop
  • ABA Fees 2017
  • What’s in store for 2017?

The Amateur Beekeeper - June/July 2017

The Amateur Beekeeper - June/July 2017

In this issue

  • Northern Rivers’ triumph at Ballina
  • Highlights of the AGM. The new team
  • Meet the President. Council meeting
  • Honey cake, contest rules and congrats
  • Biosecurity update: A note from the new NSW Bee Biosecurity Officer
  • The disease affecting one in five hives
  • Test your Bee-Q
  • Submitting samples. Befriending bears
  • Notes from a Honeyland volunteer
  • The truth about infant botulism
  • Inveterate Inventor powers up the extractor. Plus experts needed online
  • High-school beekeeper. Next AGM
  • Testing an app for local apiaries
  • Feeding bees. Recipes and advice
  • Grants and club contacts