Events

If you want to learn more generally about bees, especially stingless bees and beekeeping, come along to half and full day workshops held in various venues in Qld and NSW. The workshops are a mix of photographic slideshows and practical sessions. You will learn how to divide hives and extract honey, and use the bees for pollinating your garden. Attendance price varies. Contact the organisers directly for details and to register. For images of workshops visit the Sugarbag Bees Facebook Page If you wish to know when the workshops details have been finalised and you are able to register, then like this page and receive posts. Please contact us if you would like us to give you a workshop, seminar, author talk, etc...

Seminars & Events

Native bee workshops (including a mix of slideshows and practical sessions)

  • 21 Sep, 2024Native stingless bees and how to keep them, Mitchelton Library, Brisbane + -

    Are you interested in keeping native stingless bees for fun, honey production, conservation or pollination? During this two hour workshop, entomologist and professional educator, Dr Tim Heard will teach you the basics of how to become a stingless beekeeper.

    Sat 21 Sep 2024, 10 am - 12 midday.

    Free but bookings required. Phone Mitchelton Library on 07 3403 7410 to reserve your place

    https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/whats-on-and-events/event/native-bees-and-how-to-keep-them-175513153

  • 11 Oct, 2024​Native Bee Workshop at Sydney Wildflower Nursery + -

    Native Bee Workshop with Tim Heard

    Tim Heard, author of 'The Native Australian Bee Book' joins us for a two hour workshop on everything native bees. Learn about their lifecycle, how to care for a hive and watch while a hive is split and try the delicious honey.

    Friday 11 October 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (UTC+10)

    Location

    Sydney Wildflower Nursery

    9 Veno Street, Heathcote NSW 2233

    Price $50. Get your tickets here: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1278141

  • 12 Oct, 2024Native Bee Workshop & Illawarra ANBA branch launch + -

    An event of the Australian Native Bee Association

    Native Bee Workshop & Illawarra ANBA branch launch

    Saturday 12th October, 9am-12pm

    The Escarpment Room, Thirroul community centre, 352 Lawrence Hargrave Dr, Thirroul NSW 2515. Parking is off Phillip street.

    Presented by Tim Heard,

    Contact Christie 0412 497 312

    Details and registration here: https://www.australiannativebe...

  • 12 Oct, 2024Native Bee Workshop for Canterbury-Bankstown Council + -

    During this two-hour workshop, entomologist and professional educator Dr. Tim Heard will teach you the basics of how to become a stingless beekeeper. You will learn how to divide hives and extract honey and use the bees for pollinating your garden.

    This workshop is targeted towards adults and children over the age of 12.

    Date: Saturday October 12th

    Time: 3-5pm

    Location: RIVERWOOD COMMUNITY GARDEN
    6 Vermont Crescent Riverwood, NSW 2210

    Tickets $11.90

    Purchase here - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/native-bee-keeping-with-tim-heard-tickets-991972254717

  • 13 Oct, 2024Woytopia Sustainable Living Festival - Woy Woy NSW + -

    Native Bee Workshops at Woytopia Sustainable Living Festival

    live music | street eats | eco-market | wildlife shows | fun stuff for kids | green talks

    Sunday 13th October at Woy Woy South School. 1 The School Mall, Woy Woy NSW 2256

    Bee talks: 10am and 2pm

    More info here, https://woytopia.org/

  • 15 Oct, 2024Native Bee Workshop, ​Mid North Coast NSW + -

    An event of the Australian Native Bee Association

    WHEN: Tuesday 15th October 9am - noon

    WHERE: Lake Cathie Community Centre
    34 Mullaway Road, Lake Cathie - Mid North Coast NSW

    Morning tea provided.

    Hive splitting demonstration.

    Books and equipment for sale.

    For more details and to register please head to https://www.australiannativebe...

  • 16 Nov, 2024Native Bee Workshop for Naturally GC - Ormeau Cultural Centre + -

    Join us for a free NaturallyGC workshop on Sat 16th of November 9:30 - 11:30 AM.

    Are you ready to be a bee keeper? A native bee keeper, that is.

    Australia is home to some 1,700 species of native bee. Most native bee species are solitary with just 11 species living in colonies. These social bees can be kept in hives, produce honey and don't sting!

    Come along to this workshop and learn the basics on native bees and the important role they play in our environment. We will get to know the inner life of these lovely pollinators and see a live hive. You will pick up lots of tips on managing the native social bees, including how to extract honey from them and propagate colonies.

    Aislinn is beekeeper and manager at Sugarbag Bees. With over 7 years on the job, she has spent a considerable amount of time immersed in all things native-bees. This two hour workshop will entertain and educate you at the same time. This workshop alternates between a slide presentations and a practical session including splitting a hive to build a strong foundation of knowledge and experience.

    FREE, BUT YOU MUST REGISTER. Register here

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE YOU REGISTER

    -Suitable for adult learning age 12 and above. Not suitable for young children.

    -Further event details including location information is provided within the email confirmation as you scroll down after registration

    -This workshop has both an indoor and outdoor component

    TICKET REGISTRATION

    -You must secure a ticket for all participants attending. If you can't secure a spot you require at the time of registration please do not book. Each workshop is set to a maximum capacity.

    Presented by Sugarbag Bees

    Supported by Division 12 Cr Pauline Young.