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A real-time list of what is happening this week is available via the calendar below. Click into any event for more details.

While some of our events are open to the general public, most are only for our members. Why not join us?


Upcoming events

    • 22 Oct 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Orient Hotel Fremantle - Chesterfield Private Room, 39 High Street, Fremantle
    Register

    Fremantle & Surrounds Bee Buddy Social Evening 

    Wednesday, 22 October  2025

    6:00 - 7:30pm

    4th Wednesday of the month excl. December

    Orient Hotel Fremantle - Chesterfield Private Room

    39 High Street, Fremantle 

    Food service from the bar including $10 Chicken Schnitzel chips & salad included (Plant based option available) 

    Register here

    Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

    Facilitator: Lisa Bastian at lisa000bastian@gmail.com

    Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953


    • 25 Oct 2025
    • 7:50 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Bees Neez Apiary, 285 Leyland Cl, Beechina WA 6556
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping (101)

    Saturday 25th October 2025

    7:50 am - 3:00 pm

    $169 per head

    This training course will be held at a commercial apiary approximately 1 hour from the CBD.

    Topics covered during the course include...

    OHS

    Biosecurity and bee diseases

    Beekeeping equipment

    Assembling and maintaining hives

    Buying bees and bee equipment

    Selecting hive site

    Opening and inspection of hives

    Seasonal management of hives

    Learn how best to light your smoker.

    You will have the opportunity to do a hands-on inspection of a hive 

    What you need to bring:

    Boots and clean or new bee suits for the practical part of the course.*

    Biosecurity is very important - please make sure that you suit is freshly laundered prior to the course.

    If you have a smoker, bring that along too and learn how to light it properly (mark with your name please)

    Light lunch and refreshments will be provided

    You will receive a Beekeeping handbook, course notes, additional useful information and a WAAS Certificate of Completion

    Spaces are limited!

    Please be aware that due to the "hands on" nature of this course, that

    it is dependent on suitable weather on the day and may be subject to change.

    Register Here: Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping 6/2025

    using your Visa or MasterCard, by EFT/cheque/cash before the Course.

    You need to be a member to attend this course, please join here: www.waas.org.au/Join-us

    Registrations will be processed strictly in order of payment

    * If you don't yet have protective gear, please let us know and we can provide some for you on the day at a hire fee of $10.00 cash payable on the day.

    If you have any questions, contact us at training@waas.org.au

    This is the location of the Apiary, please ensure that you are able to make it to the site by 7:50am.

    This is the location of the Apiary, please ensure that you are able to make it to the site by 7:50am.

    https://maps.app.goo.gl/sUTh4LimeFD3sBMz5

      • 25 Oct 2025
      • 10:00 AM
      • Lotus Cafe, Waldecks Stirling Nursery, Karrinyup Road, Stirling
      Register

      Stirling and Surrounds Bee Buddy Event

      Saturday, 25 October 2025

      Time: 10am

      Location: Blue Lotus Cafe at the Waldecks Stirling Nursery, Karrinyup Road, Stirling (access to the carpark is from North Beach Drive and Hamilton Street)

      Look for the WAAS table banner

      The Stirling Bee Buddy Group meets the 4th Saturday each month

      Members pay for their own tea/coffee/morning tea

      Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

      Facilitators: Stephen Lenghaus

      Please RSVP via the WAAS website

      Stephen: 0497 218 758 or stephenlenghaus@hotmail.com

      Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953


      • 26 Oct 2025
      • 2:00 PM
      • 350 Belmont Ave, Kewdale
      Register


      Inner South Eastern Suburbs

      Bee Buddy Social Event


      Sunday  26th October, 2-4pm

      Address:   350 Belmont Ave, Kewdale  

      Please bring a small plate of afternoon tea to share

      Contact Maureen for more information maureen.kapitola@bigpond.com

      Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc)


        • 28 Oct 2025
        • 6:30 PM
        • Elizabethan village pub, 25 Cannes Road Bedfordale
        Register

        Armadale and Surrounds

        Bee Buddy Social Evening 

        Tuesday, 28 October 2025
        6:30 pm - 8:45pm 

        If you live in the Armadale area and surrounds, 

        Join us for a casual social evening at the: 

        Back to the future for October! 

        Elizabethan village pub, 25 Cannes Road Bedfordale.

        Get to know some of your fellow members of WAAS 
        who live in your area

        We meet on the 4th Tuesday every month

        Look for our WAAS Table Banner on the night.

        Enjoy getting to know others
        who share your passion for beekeeping!

        Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

        **Everyone pays for their own drinks and food**

        **Last orders for meals taken at 8:30pm**

        Facilitators: Sue and Graham Whitworth

        Please RSVP by email to sgw4952@gmail.com

        or text Sue on 0409 903 032 or Graham on 0419 903 095

        Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953


        • 29 Oct 2025
        • 6:00 PM
        • 1 Maslin Street, Bridgetown
        Register

        Bridgetown and Surrounds Bee Buddy Meeting

        Wednesday, 29 October 2025  6:00pm

         1 Maslin Street, Bridgetown Hive on Maslin

          Meet other local beekeepers for a general catchup, discuss the season and plan future meetings. 

        To give an indication of how many we can expect,
        please register for this event.

        Tea, Coffee, refreshments available

        Any Queries?

        Call Kathy 0415247613

        Looking forward to seeing you there!   

        Join our Facebook page for updates:

        Bridgetown and Surrounds Bee Buddy Group

        Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953


        • 02 Nov 2025
        • 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
        • ECU Southwest (Bunbury) Campus
        • 0
        Registration is closed


        This course is now full
        We have a second course running 22 November

        Please go to  https://www.waas.org.au/event-6345954

        Flow Hive Management

        (Tips & Tricks)

        Bunbury

        ECU Campus


        Sunday 2nd November 2025
        8:30 am - 1:00 pm

        Cost is $85 per head

        Note: you need to be a current member to access this course -you can join online now and then register for the course.


        This course covers tips and tricks to better set up and manage your Flow Hive

        Assembly

        Setup

        Operation

        Maintenance

        Equipment Checklist

        Information Sources

        Practical hands-on session of Flow Frame inspection and honey extraction in the training apiary. 

        This short course builds on your beekeeping knowledge with a focus on tips and tricks to get the most from your flow hive. If you are an aspiring or new beekeeper this short course is  complementary to the Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping Course, where you will be taught basic beekeeping husbandry, more information about this course can be found here.

        What you need to bring:

        Boots and clean or new bee suits for the practical part of the course.*
        Light refreshments will be provided

        You will receive course notes, additional useful information and a
        WAAS Certificate of Completion

        Spaces are limited!

        Please be aware that due to the "hands on" nature of this course, that
        it is dependant on suitable weather on the the day and may be subject to change.

        REGISTER HERE

        using your Visa / MasterCard or by EFT before the Course.

        Registrations will be processed strictly in order of payment

        * If you don't yet have  protective gear, please let us know and we can provide some for you on the day at a hire fee of $10.00 cash payable on the day. 

        If you have any questions, contact us at  training@waas.org.au
          • 06 Nov 2025
          • 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
          • South Perth Community Hall, Cnr South Tce and Sandgate Street, South Perth

           Monthly Meeting 
          of WA Apiarists' Society
          in Perth

          Thursday 6th November 2025

          6:30pm - 9:00pm

          South Perth Community Centre
          Cnr South Terrance and Sandgate Street
          South Perth

          Celebrating Pollination and Pollinators

          6:30 - 6:45
          Networking and supper

          6:45 - 7:45
          Main Meeting

          Pollinator friendly gardening and farming
          Julie Richards, Down2Earth Gardening

           7:45 - 8:00
          Refreshments and networking

          Please byo cup

          8:00 - 8:45
          First time attendees and new beekeepers (under 12 months of beekeeping) meet in the Mopoke Room to discuss

          Problem Solving: Wax Moth, Damp Hives, Overheating & Poisoning


          All other beekeepers meet in the Main Hall

          Know Your Pollinators
          Stephen Lenghaus, Horticulturalist

          8:45
          Clear up
          Please stay and help clear the hall if you can

          $3 entry for members 

          $5 entry for non-members 

          Members and non-members are welcome to attend all of our meetings


          South Perth Civic Centre
            • 08 Nov 2025
            • 7:50 AM - 3:00 PM
            • Bees Neez Apiary, 285 Leyland Cl, Beechina WA 6556
            • 10
            Register

            Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping (101)

            Saturday 8th November 2025

            7:50 am - 3:00 pm

            $169 per head

            This training course will be held at a commercial apiary approximately 1 hour from the CBD.

            Topics covered during the course include...

            OHS

            Biosecurity and bee diseases

            Beekeeping equipment

            Assembling and maintaining hives

            Buying bees and bee equipment

            Selecting hive site

            Opening and inspection of hives

            Seasonal management of hives

            Learn how best to light your smoker.

            You will have the opportunity to do a hands-on inspection of a hive 

            What you need to bring:

            Boots and clean or new bee suits for the practical part of the course.*

            Biosecurity is very important - please make sure that you suit is freshly laundered prior to the course.

            If you have a smoker, bring that along too and learn how to light it properly (mark with your name please)

            Light lunch and refreshments will be provided

            You will receive a Beekeeping handbook, course notes, additional useful information and a WAAS Certificate of Completion

            Spaces are limited!

            Please be aware that due to the "hands on" nature of this course, that

            it is dependent on suitable weather on the day and may be subject to change.

            Register Here: Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping 7/2025

            using your Visa or MasterCard, by EFT/cheque/cash before the Course.

            You need to be a member to attend this course, please join here: www.waas.org.au/Join-us

            Registrations will be processed strictly in order of payment

            * If you don't yet have protective gear, please let us know and we can provide some for you on the day at a hire fee of $10.00 cash payable on the day.

            If you have any questions, contact us at training@waas.org.au

            This is the location of the Apiary, please ensure that you are able to make it to the site by 7:50am.

            This is the location of the Apiary, please ensure that you are able to make it to the site by 7:50am.

            https://maps.app.goo.gl/sUTh4LimeFD3sBMz5

              • 11 Nov 2025
              • 6:30 PM
              • The Verandah Room at the Parkerville Tavern 6 Owen Rd, Parkerville
              Register

              Hills and Surrounds Bee Buddy Social Evening 

              For members to share their knowledge, experience and issues of beekeeping.

              Tuesday, 11 November 2025

              (2nd Tuesday of the month)

              6:30 p.m. onwards

              Venue: The Verandah Room at the Parkerville Tavern

              6 Owen Rd, Parkerville

              Get to know some of your fellow members of WAAS 
              who live in your area

              Look for our WAAS Table Banner on the night.

              Enjoy getting to know others
              who share your passion for beekeeping!

              Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

              **Everyone pays for their own drinks and food**

              **Last orders for meals taken at 8:30pm**

              Please RSVP

               Facilitator: Rachel Stone rachel.stone@me.com  040 132 9359

              Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953


              • 12 Nov 2025
              • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
              • The Rec Hotel - 197 Duke Street Northam
              Register

              Avon Valley Bee Buddy Event


              Wednesday 12 November 2025 - 6:00 pm - 8:00pm

              The Rec Hotel - 197 Duke Street, Northam 

              Join us for a meal or a drink.  

              We look forward to meeting past and new members, anyone holidaying, interested in bees or keeping bees in the Avon Valley.  

              To give an indication of how many we can expect,

              please register for this event via the link 

              for more information or to RSVP , Please contact

              Lauren @ lauren.bees@yahoo.com

              Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953


              • 12 Nov 2025
              • 6:30 PM
              • CWA Hall, 45 Culeenup Road, North Yunderup
              Register


              Peel Area and Surrounds

              Bee Buddy Social Event

              Wednesday 12 November 2025

              We meet the 2nd Wednesday every month at
              6:30 p.m.  at CWA Hall, 45 Culeenup Road, North Yunderup 

              $5 entry fee to cover hall hire

              Tea, coffee, milk and biscuits will be provided 

              Get to know some of your fellow members of WAAS who live near you

              To give an indication of how many we can expect,
              please register for this event.

              Look forward to seeing you there!!!

              Your coordinator: Rob Garratt  0450 288 221

              Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953



              • 13 Nov 2025
              • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
              • Agriculture Classroom, Margaret River Senior High School, access via TAFE campus

              Refreshments provided - please bring your own cup  |  $5 entry

              For more information contact margaretriver@waas.org.au

                • 14 Nov 2025
                • 10:00 AM
                • Northcliffe Family and Community Centre, Zamia St, Northcliffe (behind the Town Hall)
                Register

                Southern Forests and Surrounds Bee Buddy Group 

                If you live in the southern forest area and surrounds, 

                please join us for our next event at the: 

                Northcliffe Family and Community Centre, Zamia St, Northcliffe (behind the Town Hall)

                Friday 14 November 2025  10 am

                We plan to meet the 3rd Friday every month (except in January), with any site visits leaving from the Community Centre

                Get to know some of your fellow members of WAAS 
                who live in your area

                Enjoy getting to know others
                who share your passion for beekeeping!

                Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

                Facilitator: Alana Moorman

                Email: info@northcliffefamily.org

                Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953



                • 17 Nov 2025
                • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
                • Matti Furphy Cottage, Allen Park Heritage Centre, Kirkwood St, Swanbourne
                Register

                Claremont and Surrounds Bee Buddy Social Event

                Monday 17 November 2025

                6:30pm - 8pm

                If you live in the  Claremont area  and surrounds, join us for a casual social evening at the:

                Matti Furphy Cottage in the Allen Park Heritage Centre in Swanbourne.   Situated on Kirkwood St.  at the northern end of the Allen Park oval. - https://www.fawwa.org/

                Look for the WAAS table banner

                Get to know some of your fellow members of WAAS 
                who live in the Claremont and surrounds area. 

                $5 entry fee (to pay for the venue hire)

                We meet the 3rd Monday every month

                Please bring along drinks and nibbles to share

                To give an indication of how many we can expect,
                please register for this event.

                Any Queries? Contact the Facilitator

                Jessica Brunner on 0419 116 432

                Looking forward to seeing you there!   


                • 18 Nov 2025
                • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
                • Ethel Warren Bullsbrook Community Centre 3 Maroubra Ave, Bullsbrook
                Register

                Bullsbrook & Surrounds Bee Buddy 


                Tuesday, 18 November 2025

                6:00 p.m. 


                If you live in the Bullsbrook or surrounding areas, join us for a casual social evening at the:

                Ethel Warren Bullsbrook Community Centre

                3 Maroubra Ave, Bullsbrook

                Contact Ronnie for menu

                Bring (beverage of your choice)  coffee & tea provided

                Get to know some of your fellow members of WAAS 
                who live in the Bullsbrook and surrounding areas.  

                We meet the 3rd Tuesday of the month.

                $ 10.00 Door fee to cover venue cost & catering

                To give an indication of how many we can expect,
                please register for this event.

                Any Queries? Contact the Facilitator

                Please RSVP to Ronnie Rowe - ronnie.rowe07@gmail.com 0414 475 823

                Looking forward to seeing you there!   

                Join our Facebook Group to keep up with all of our news as it happens.

                Bullsbrook Facebook Group

                Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953


                • 18 Nov 2025
                • 7:00 PM
                • 46 Alma Road, Mt Lawley
                Register


                City of Vincent and Surrounds Bee Buddy Social Event

                7pm Tuesday 18 November 2025

                WAAS Members in the Cities of Vincent and Perth Bee Buddy Group  are welcome to attend at Angela's home:

                 46 Alma Road, Mt Lawley

                Light freshments are provided

                Get to know some of your fellow members of WAAS 
                who live in your area

                Enjoy getting to know others
                who share your passion for beekeeping!

                Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

                The City of Vincent and Surrounds meets the 3rd Tuesday every second month

                Facilitator: Angela Jones, 0419 813 229

                Please RSVP via the WAAS website

                Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953


                • 19 Nov 2025
                • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
                • The Kwinana Tavern / Pub restaurant function room: 1 Chisham Ave, Kwinana Town Centre
                Register

                Rockingham, Kwinana & Surrounds

                Bee Buddy Social Evening 

                Wednesday, 19 November 2025
                6:00 pm to 8:30pm

                We meet the 3rd Wednesday every month excluding January

                If you live in Rockingham, Kwinana or Surrounds, join us for a casual social evening at the: 

                The Kwinana Tavern / Pub restaurant function room:

                1  Chisham Ave, Kwinana Town Centre

                Get to know some of your fellow members of WAAS 
                who live in your area

                Look for our WAAS Banner on the night.

                Enjoy getting to know others
                who share your passion for beekeeping!

                Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

                Facilitator: Soren Houlberg 0432 265 922

                Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953

                • 19 Nov 2025
                • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
                • Edith Cowan University, South West Building 6, Robertson Drive Entrance

                Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, our Monthly Meetings are the perfect place to connect with fellow beekeepers in a safe and relaxed atmosphere.

                Enjoy the opportunity to meet, learn, and share experiences with others who share your passion for beekeeping.

                While we’re still finalising our March topic and speaker, we are confident it’s going to be an evening full of insightful discussions and valuable tips to enhance your beekeeping journey.

                So, bring your questions, stories, and enthusiasm!

                We look forward to seeing you there.

                For more information contact bunbury@waas.org.au

                Beekeepers of all ages and levels welcome!

                • 19 Nov 2025
                • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
                • Training/Workshop space at Palms Community Business Centre, Corner of Nicholson and Rokeby Rds, Subiaco, 6008
                Register

                Inner West Perth and Surrounds Bee Buddy Group

                Wednesday 19 November 2025

                Time: 7pm - 8:30pm 

                Training/Workshop space at Palms Community Business Centre
                corner of Nicholson and Rokeby Rds
                Subiaco

                We meet the 3rd Wednesday every month

                There is a $3 charge to cover venue hire and tea/coffee

                BYO cup (or buy a WAAS Keepcup)

                To give an indication of how many we can expect please register for this event

                For more information please contact

                Peter truslerp@ramsayhealth.com.au 

                Please join our Facebook page 

                https://www.facebook.com/groups/innerwestwaas




                • 19 Nov 2025
                • 7:00 PM
                • The Dome Cafe, Deep Water Point, 100 The Esplanade, Mount Pleasant 6153
                Register

                Melville and Surrounds 

                Bee Buddy Group Social Event

                Join us for a Casual Social Get-together at:

                7pm on Wednesday 19 November 2025

                Venue: The Dome Cafe, Deep Water Point, 100 The Esplanade, Mount Pleasant 6153

                The Melville Bee Buddy Group meets on the 3rd Wednesday, every  month except December

                Get to know some of your fellow members of WAAS who live near you.

                Come along for a drink or have something to eat
                 and enjoy getting to know others
                who share your passion for beekeeping!

                Look forward to seeing you there!!!

                **This is a Free Event **

                **Everyone pays for their own drinks and food**

                For more information, contact your coordinator: 

                Garry Sullivan - 0417 970 232

                Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953


                • 20 Nov 2025
                • 7:00 PM
                • Iluka Sports Club: 6 Miami Beach Promenade, Iluka.
                Register

                Joondalup & Surrounds Bee Buddy Social Evening 

                7:00 p.m. on Thursday 20 November 2025

                If you live in the Joondalup area or surrounds

                Join us for a casual social evening at the:

                Iluka Sports Club  : 6 Miami Beach Promenade, Iluka

                Tori on 0483 232 490.

                Get to know some of your fellow members of WAAS 
                who live in your area

                Look for our WAAS Table Banner on the night.

                Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

                **Everyone pays for their own drinks and food**

                Facilitator: Tori  0483 232 490

                We meet regularly on the 3rd Thursday of the month

                Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953



                • 22 Nov 2025
                • 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
                • ECU Southwest (Bunbury) Campus
                • 6
                Register


                Flow Hive Management

                (Tips & Tricks)

                Bunbury

                ECU Campus


                Saturday 22nd November 2025
                8:30 am - 1:00 pm

                Cost is $85 per head

                Note: you need to be a current member to access this course -you can join online now and then register for the course.


                This course covers tips and tricks to better set up and manage your Flow Hive

                Assembly

                Setup

                Operation

                Maintenance

                Equipment Checklist

                Information Sources

                Practical hands-on session of Flow Frame inspection and honey extraction in the training apiary. 

                This short course builds on your beekeeping knowledge with a focus on tips and tricks to get the most from your flow hive. If you are an aspiring or new beekeeper this short course is  complementary to the Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping Course, where you will be taught basic beekeeping husbandry, more information about this course can be found here.

                What you need to bring:

                Boots and clean or new bee suits for the practical part of the course.*
                Light refreshments will be provided

                You will receive course notes, additional useful information and a
                WAAS Certificate of Completion

                Spaces are limited!

                Please be aware that due to the "hands on" nature of this course, that
                it is dependant on suitable weather on the the day and may be subject to change.

                REGISTER HERE

                using your Visa / MasterCard or by EFT before the Course.

                Registrations will be processed strictly in order of payment

                * If you don't yet have  protective gear, please let us know and we can provide some for you on the day at a hire fee of $10.00 cash payable on the day. 

                If you have any questions, contact us at  training@waas.org.au
                  • 22 Nov 2025
                  • 10:00 AM
                  • Lotus Cafe, Waldecks Stirling Nursery, Karrinyup Road, Stirling
                  Register

                  Stirling and Surrounds Bee Buddy Event

                  Saturday, 22 November 2025

                  Time: 10am

                  Location: Blue Lotus Cafe at the Waldecks Stirling Nursery, Karrinyup Road, Stirling (access to the carpark is from North Beach Drive and Hamilton Street)

                  Look for the WAAS table banner

                  The Stirling Bee Buddy Group meets the 4th Saturday each month

                  Members pay for their own tea/coffee/morning tea

                  Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

                  Facilitators: Stephen Lenghaus

                  Please RSVP via the WAAS website

                  Stephen: 0497 218 758 or stephenlenghaus@hotmail.com

                  Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953


                  • 25 Nov 2025
                  • 6:30 PM
                  • The Happy Gathering Chinese Restaurant, 91 Jull St, Armadale
                  Register

                  Armadale and Surrounds

                  Bee Buddy Social Evening 

                  Tuesday, 25 November 2025
                  6:30 pm - 8:45pm 

                  If you live in the Armadale area and surrounds, 

                  Join us for a casual social evening at the: 

                  The Happy Gathering Chinese Restaurant, 91 Jull St, Armadale

                  Get to know some of your fellow members of WAAS 
                  who live in your area

                  We meet on the 4th Tuesday every month

                  Look for our WAAS Table Banner on the night.

                  Enjoy getting to know others
                  who share your passion for beekeeping!

                  Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

                  **Everyone pays for their own drinks and food**

                  **Last orders for meals taken at 8:30pm**

                  Facilitators: Sue and Graham Whitworth

                  Please RSVP by email to sgw4952@gmail.com

                  or text Sue on 0409 903 032 or Graham on 0419 903 095

                  Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953


                  • 26 Nov 2025
                  • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
                  • Orient Hotel Fremantle - Chesterfield Private Room, 39 High Street, Fremantle
                  Register

                  Fremantle & Surrounds Bee Buddy Social Evening 

                  Wednesday, 26 November  2025

                  6:00 - 7:30pm

                  4th Wednesday of the month excl. December

                  Orient Hotel Fremantle - Chesterfield Private Room

                  39 High Street, Fremantle 

                  Food service from the bar including $10 Chicken Schnitzel chips & salad included (Plant based option available) 

                  Register here

                  Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

                  Facilitator: Lisa Bastian at lisa000bastian@gmail.com

                  Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953


                  • 26 Nov 2025
                  • 6:00 PM
                  • 1 Maslin Street, Bridgetown
                  Register

                  Bridgetown and Surrounds Bee Buddy Meeting

                  Wednesday, 26 November 6:00pm

                   1 Maslin Street, Bridgetown Hive on Maslin

                    Meet other local beekeepers for a general catchup, discuss the season and plan future meetings. 

                  To give an indication of how many we can expect,
                  please register for this event.

                  Tea, Coffee, refreshments available

                  Any Queries?

                  Call Kathy 0415247613

                  Looking forward to seeing you there!   

                  Join our Facebook page for updates:

                  Bridgetown and Surrounds Bee Buddy Group

                  Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953


                  • 04 Dec 2025
                  • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
                  • South Perth Community Hall, Cnr South Tce and Sandgate Street, South Perth

                   Monthly Meeting 
                  of WA Apiarists' Society
                  in Perth

                  Thursday 5th December 2024

                  6:30pm - 8:00pm

                  South Perth Community Centre
                  Cnr South Terrance and Sandgate Street
                  South Perth

                  Join us for our annual

                  Gadget Night 
                  &
                  Christmas Market


                  Check out beekeeping gadgets, hives and tools recommended by our members

                  Buy Christmas gifts for your beekeeping friends and family

                  Light supper provided

                  BYO cup

                  There is no charge for this event.

                  Members and non-members are welcome to attend all of our meetings


                  Please do not attend if you are unwell


                  South Perth Civic Centre
                    • 09 Dec 2025
                    • 6:30 PM
                    • The Verandah Room at the Parkerville Tavern 6 Owen Rd, Parkerville
                    Register

                    Hills and Surrounds Bee Buddy Social Evening 

                    For members to share their knowledge, experience and issues of beekeeping.

                    Tuesday, 9 December 2025

                    (2nd Tuesday of the month)

                    6:30 p.m. onwards

                    Venue: The Verandah Room at the Parkerville Tavern

                    6 Owen Rd, Parkerville

                    Get to know some of your fellow members of WAAS 
                    who live in your area

                    Look for our WAAS Table Banner on the night.

                    Enjoy getting to know others
                    who share your passion for beekeeping!

                    Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

                    **Everyone pays for their own drinks and food**

                    **Last orders for meals taken at 8:30pm**

                    Please RSVP

                     Facilitator: Rachel Stone rachel.stone@me.com  040 132 9359

                    Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953


                    • 10 Dec 2025
                    • 6:30 PM
                    • CWA Hall, 45 Culeenup Road, North Yunderup
                    Register


                    Peel Area and Surrounds

                    Bee Buddy Social Event

                    Wednesday 10 December 2025

                    We meet the 2nd Wednesday every month at
                    6:30 p.m.  at CWA Hall, 45 Culeenup Road, North Yunderup 

                    $5 entry fee to cover hall hire

                    Tea, coffee, milk and biscuits will be provided 

                    Get to know some of your fellow members of WAAS who live near you

                    To give an indication of how many we can expect,
                    please register for this event.

                    Look forward to seeing you there!!!

                    Your coordinator: Rob Garratt  0450 288 221

                    Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953



                    • 15 Dec 2025
                    • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
                    • Matti Furphy Cottage, Allen Park Heritage Centre, Kirkwood St, Swanbourne
                    Register

                    Claremont and Surrounds Bee Buddy Social Event

                    Monday 15 December 2025

                    6:30pm - 8pm

                    If you live in the  Claremont area  and surrounds, join us for a casual social evening at the:

                    Matti Furphy Cottage in the Allen Park Heritage Centre in Swanbourne.   Situated on Kirkwood St.  at the northern end of the Allen Park oval. - https://www.fawwa.org/

                    Look for the WAAS table banner

                    Get to know some of your fellow members of WAAS 
                    who live in the Claremont and surrounds area. 

                    $5 entry fee (to pay for the venue hire)

                    We meet the 3rd Monday every month

                    Please bring along drinks and nibbles to share

                    To give an indication of how many we can expect,
                    please register for this event.

                    Any Queries? Contact the Facilitator

                    Jessica Brunner on 0419 116 432

                    Looking forward to seeing you there!   


                    • 17 Dec 2025
                    • 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
                    • The Kwinana Tavern / Pub restaurant function room: 1 Chisham Ave, Kwinana Town Centre
                    Register

                    Rockingham, Kwinana & Surrounds

                    Bee Buddy Social Evening 

                    Wednesday, 17 December 2025
                    6:00 pm to 8:30pm

                    We meet the 3rd Wednesday every month excluding January

                    If you live in Rockingham, Kwinana or Surrounds, join us for a casual social evening at the: 

                    The Kwinana Tavern / Pub restaurant function room:

                    1  Chisham Ave, Kwinana Town Centre

                    Get to know some of your fellow members of WAAS 
                    who live in your area

                    Look for our WAAS Banner on the night.

                    Enjoy getting to know others
                    who share your passion for beekeeping!

                    Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

                    Facilitator: Soren Houlberg 0432 265 922

                    Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953

                    • 19 Dec 2025
                    • 10:00 AM
                    • Northcliffe Family and Community Centre, Zamia St, Northcliffe (behind the Town Hall)
                    Register

                    Southern Forests and Surrounds Bee Buddy Group 

                    If you live in the southern forest area and surrounds, 

                    please join us for our next event at the: 

                    Northcliffe Family and Community Centre, Zamia St, Northcliffe (behind the Town Hall)

                    Friday 19 December 2025  10 am

                    We plan to meet the 3rd Friday every month (except in January), with any site visits leaving from the Community Centre

                    Get to know some of your fellow members of WAAS 
                    who live in your area

                    Enjoy getting to know others
                    who share your passion for beekeeping!

                    Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

                    Facilitator: Alana Moorman

                    Email: info@northcliffefamily.org

                    Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953



                    • 20 Dec 2025
                    • 10:00 AM
                    • Lotus Cafe, Waldecks Stirling Nursery, Karrinyup Road, Stirling
                    Register

                    Stirling and Surrounds Bee Buddy Event

                    Saturday, 20 December 2025

                    Time: 10am

                    Location: Blue Lotus Cafe at the Waldecks Stirling Nursery, Karrinyup Road, Stirling (access to the carpark is from North Beach Drive and Hamilton Street)

                    Look for the WAAS table banner

                    The Stirling Bee Buddy Group meets the 4th Saturday each month

                    Members pay for their own tea/coffee/morning tea

                    Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

                    Facilitators: Stephen Lenghaus

                    Please RSVP via the WAAS website

                    Stephen: 0497 218 758 or stephenlenghaus@hotmail.com

                    Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953


                    • 15 Jan 2026
                    • 7:00 PM
                    • Iluka Sports Club: 6 Miami Beach Promenade, Iluka.
                    Register

                    CASUAL SOCIAL EVENING
                    Look for our WAAS Table Banner.
                    Get to know your local fellow members of WAAS.
                    Looking forward to seeing you there!!!
                    *Kindly note that food and drinks are to be paid by the attendee.

                    Facilitator: Tori 0483 232 490.

                    We meet regularly on the 3rd Thursday of the month

                    All members who live in the Joondalup area or surrounds are welcome.
                    Visiting members are also welcome.

                    • 20 Jan 2026
                    • 7:00 PM
                    • 46 Alma Road, Mt Lawley
                    Register


                    City of Vincent and Surrounds Bee Buddy Social Event

                    7pm Tuesday 20 January 2026

                    WAAS Members in the Cities of Vincent and Perth Bee Buddy Group  are welcome to attend at Angela's home:

                     46 Alma Road, Mt Lawley

                    Light freshments are provided

                    Get to know some of your fellow members of WAAS 
                    who live in your area

                    Enjoy getting to know others
                    who share your passion for beekeeping!

                    Looking forward to seeing you there!!!

                    The City of Vincent and Surrounds meets the 3rd Tuesday every second month

                    Facilitator: Angela Jones, 0419 813 229

                    Please RSVP via the WAAS website

                    Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953


                    • 21 Jan 2026
                    • 6:00 PM
                    • 1 Maslin Street, Bridgetown
                    Register

                    Bridgetown and Surrounds Bee Buddy Meeting

                    Wednesday, 21 January 6:00pm

                     1 Maslin Street, Bridgetown Hive on Maslin

                      Meet other local beekeepers for a general catchup, discuss the season and plan future meetings. 

                    To give an indication of how many we can expect,
                    please register for this event.

                    Tea, Coffee, refreshments available

                    Any Queries?

                    Call Kathy 0415247613

                    Looking forward to seeing you there!   

                    Join our Facebook page for updates:

                    Bridgetown and Surrounds Bee Buddy Group

                    Western Australian Apiarists’ Society (Inc) 1953


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