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Each of us is different so we do not have a standard beginners kit. Below are a few of the suggestions we offer. You might not need all our suggestions. If each of us liked the same thing, it would be a simple choice.
We do offer a range and let you choose what you would like or how much you wish to spend.
At the bottom of the page we have put together a few kits, or you can make up your own.
Please browse our online catalogue for our full list of what we sell, if you do not see what you are looking for, please feel free to email or phone (during office hours).
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Smokers
can be found on Page 7. Priced from $70
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Hive Tools
Aselection can be found on Page 6
the MHT620 for $22 is popular
or the American style SWHT10 for $20 
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Protective Gear
From a simple veil to full overalls, gloves, the choice is up to you
Can be viewed on Page 11
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Books
one recommendation we make is
The bee book: Beekeeping
in Australia
on page 1 of Books
$70 posted Australia wide
Currently out of print, but we still have limited stock
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WoodGear
We supply both 8 & 10 frame pine boxes in flatpack form (that means you have to put them together) Lids and hive bottoms, for a listing see page 1
Frames
We stock a range of range of frames both wood (with thick bottom bars) and plastic one piece frames with the foundation moulded as part of the plastic frame
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Excluders
These come in both wire or plastic and can be found on Page 2.
Plastic excluders are only available in 10frame while the wire excluders are available in both 8 frame and 10 frame.
Foundation
We stock both beeswax foundation as well as plastic foundation. The wooden frames we sell will take both the beeswax or plastic foundation sheets |
Bees
One of the most popular questions we are often asked "where can I get some bees?" I have no short answer for this one as it is often a case of sourcing your future bees from the local area
We do sell Swarm Lures that are used to attract swarms to a suitable trap that you have placed. You can read more about these on Page 8 of our catalogue
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Bee Clubs
Many areas throughout the different States are serviced by some very informative beekeeping clubs. These are a good source of information and often can help you aquire some bees plus a lot of knowledge.
Check out our club and association pages |
State Goverment Departements
It is well to check with you States Primary Industries department to find out the regulations that apply to your area.
A list can be found here
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Kit 1 @ $159
Beebook
Smoker
Hivetool
Net Veil
Free Bee Brush
Includes GST but postage is extra
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Kit 2 @ $376
Beebook
Smoker
Hivetool
Bee Jacket
pair gloves Canvas
1 Super
1 bottom
1 Lid
10 Wooden Frames
10 Sheets Foundation
Will adjust the kit if you want it as a 8frame hive, please let me know. also let me know your size for the Jacket and gloves
Bonus of a Bee Brush, hive lock and a roll frame wire
Includes GST but postage is extra
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Kit 3 @ $415
Smoker
Hivetool
Bee Overalls
pair gloves
Leather
2 Supers
1 bottom
1 Lid
20 Wooden Frames
20 Sheets Foundation
Will adjust the kit if you want it as a 8frame hive, please let me know. also let me know your size for the overalls and gloves
Bonus of a Bee Brush, hive lock, roll frame wire & 1 plastic excluder
Includes GST but postage is extra
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