Beekeeping registers

Thinking about getting bees? There's one thing you must do, writes Kelly Lees, register your beehives.

It is absolutely essential to register your beehive with the relevant state or territory authority. Not only is this a legal requirement in most places, but it plays a critical role in safeguarding the beekeeping industry. Registration becomes especially important during situations like the current Varroa mite incursion, as it allows authorities to track and monitor all hives, ensuring early detection and containment of pests or diseases. By registering, you contribute to the overall health and sustainability of bee populations and the wider agricultural sector. Additionally, registration ensures you’ll receive timely updates about emerging threats, such as pests and diseases, and the latest developments, research, and best practices in beekeeping to help keep your hives healthy and productive.This is critical in situations such as the current Varroa incursion, as it enables the tracking and monitoring of all hives for the health and benefit of the whole industry. You will also be kept updated about pests and diseases and the latest information and development in the beekeeping industry.

To register go to:

NSW DPI: https://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/animals-and-livestock/bees/beekeeper-registration

VIC Agriculture Victoria: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/livestock-and-animals/honey-bees/beekeeper-registration-and-hive-disposal

QLD Business Queensland: https://www.business.qld.gov.au/industries/farms-fishing-forestry/agriculture/niche-industries/bees-beekeeping/beekeeping/hive-registration

TAS Department of Natural Resources and Environment: https://nre.tas.gov.au/biosecurity-tasmania/animal-biosecurity/animal-health/bees/beekeeper-registration-form

SA Department of Primary Industries and Regions: https://pir.sa.gov.au/biosecurity/animal_health/bees/beekeeper_registration

WA DPI and Regional Development: https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/livestock-biosecurity/registering-owner-stock-or-beekeeper

NT NT.GOV.AU: https://nt.gov.au/industry/agriculture/livestock/honey-bees-and-beekeeping/register-your-bee-hives

For more information and a copy of the Australian Honey Bee Industry Biosecurity Code: https://beeaware.org.au/code-of-practice/