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Welcome to NORTH SHORE BEEKEEPERS

Serving beekeepers on Sydney's North Shore since 1954

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LEARN TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR BEES

NSBKA offers different level of courses to take good care of your bees.

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SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING AT THE CLUB

NSBKA hosts multiple community events, bee field days and useful workshops.

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WELCOME TO THE NSBKA

We are the North Shore Beekeepers Association, a club located in the northern suburbs of Sydney and established in 1954 to provide backyard and recreational beekeepers with access to bee & hive product related information, education and mentoring. We are the largest independent amateur club and offer a wide range of bee related activities:

The North Shore Beekeepers will collect swarms on Sydney north’s shore.

Please click on the button below for more details on what to do if you have a swarm of bees. We have a contact list to help you remove and retrieve a swarm of bees.

  • Club activities and beehive open days for the public every second Sunday of the month except for December
  • Wednesday night meetings every 2nd month with guest presenters
  • Regular beginner, intermediate and swarm management courses available
  • A wide range of hive types including Langstroth and Flow ®Hive
  • Access to bee and honey extraction equipment free of charge to members
  • Need to get some bees, as a member you will have access to our Swarm List
  • Bee related library in the country and available for loan outs to members
  • Access to senior experienced members for mentoring and support
  • A simple low-cost membership fee
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Club Open Field Day – Sun 18th May 2025

Sunday 18th May 2025, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
Hive Openings weather permitting
Preparing your hive for winter
Varroa checks and treatment options
Presentation on (to be advised)
Wax imbedding will be available for members throughout the day
Club Shed will be open for sales

Club Open Field Day – Sun 8th June 2025

Sunday 8th June 2025, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
No Hive Openings as it is Winter
Talk & demonstration to be advised
Wax imbedding will be available for members throughout the day
Club Shed will be open for sales

Lindfield Night Meeting – Wed 11th June 2025

Wednesday, 11th June 2025, 07:00PM – 09:30PM
Presentation to be advised
Hive jobs while awaiting for Spring
The latest club and beekeeping news
Beekeeping Q&A

Club Open Field Day – Sun 13th July 2025

Sunday 13th July 2025, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
No hive openings due to Winter
Talks and Discussion to be advised
Winter Jobs, how to know if your hive has enough honey to get them through
Club Shed will be open for sales

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About NSBKA THE BEEKEEPERS

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Our aim is to provide fun and educational activities for people interested in beekeeping and related subjects.

The Association has many features that help to provide a full bee keeping environment.

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1954

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Members

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MEMBERS LOCATIONS

NSBKA has members in most suburbs of the northern part of Sydney and more. Our membership is NOT restricted to the North Shore of Sydney.

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NSBKA ACTIVITIES

NSBKA provides fun and educational activities for people interested in beekeeping also professional services for beekeeper members. Join us today for more!

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What do you get for being a member of the North Shore Beekeepers

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How to find us

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Resources & Useful Links

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GET IN TOUCH

Any questions or enquiries? Talk to us today!