Supporting responsible beekeeping through education, mentoring, and community. Connecting beekeepers while promoting sustainable practices and environmental care.
Amateur Beekeepers Australia
The Gold Coast's longest standing beekeeping club, offering a friendly inclusive environment and training for new to senior beekeepers.
The aim of the Society is to promote the Hobby of Beekeeping & to provide information & assistance to fellow members & members of the public in relation to the keeping of Honey Bees.
Entry via Billabirra Crescent, Nerang
The services provided for members are
1. Hire of honey extracting equipment to members at a nominal fee.
2. The Membership Fee paid annually through ABA.
3. Mentoring program.
4. Monthly Meetings are held on the THIRD Sunday of the Month commencing at 10.00am, all are welcome.
Our Society maintains a close association with other Amateur Beekeeping Associations, other Organisations within the Beekeeping industry and the Department of Primary Industries.
Provision of high-quality training on responsible beekeeping.
Assisting the Gold Coast City Council and members of the Public with the collection of Swarms of Bees.
Competing in Honey Competitions at Field Days & Agricultural Shows.
Running and/or attending Beekeepers Field Days
Hosting a Beekeeping Stall Annually at regional Shows.