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TRAINING


Training is an important element of WAAS's mission. All members are encouraged to complete our Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping course which is run in Spring and Summer.

Courses are run in Perth and include both a class-based component and a hands-on component, using our training apiary in South Perth. 

Training also takes place in our regional Chapter groups. The Margaret River Chapter has a training apiary in the grounds of the Margaret River Senior High School and runs regular hive inspections for members.

For information on upcoming training sessions please check our Events page, or contact us on info@waas.org.au. Spring Training will commence in September and course dates will also be advertised in our newsletter, Smoke Signals, and promoted at WAAS monthly meetings.

Please note that you must be a financial member of WAAS to attend our training courses - click here to join us!

WAAS Training Courses


Upcoming training dates are listed in the calendar below:


Upcoming events

  • Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping (101) 1/2026

    • 08 Feb 2026
    • 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
    • Bees Neez Apiary, 285 Leyland Cl, Beechina WA 6556
    • 8
    Register

    Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping (101)

    Sunday 8th February 2026

    8:30 am - 3:30 pm
    (please note later start time)

    $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

    Harvesting honey

    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 Beekeeping1/2026 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 8:15am.

    This is the location of the Apiary, please ensure that you are able to make it to the site by 8:15am.

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

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    • Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping (101) Bunbury 1/2026

      • 15 Feb 2026
      • 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
      • ECU Campus Bunbury
      • 22
      Register

      Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping (101)

      Sunday 15th February 2026

      8:30 am - 3:30 pm

      $169 per head

      This training course will be held at the WAAS Bunbury apiary on the ECU Campus

      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
      • Honey harvesting
      • 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 or venue availability and may be subject to change.

      Register Here: Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping Bunbury 1/2026

      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

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      • Flow Hive Management FH 1/2026

        • 21 Feb 2026
        • 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
        • ECU Southwest (Bunbury) Campus
        • 20
        Register


        Flow Hive Management

        (Tips & Tricks)

        Bunbury

        ECU Campus
        Saturday 21st February 2026
        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
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        • Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping (101) 2/2026

          • 15 Mar 2026
          • 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
          • Bees Neez Apiary, 285 Leyland Cl, Beechina WA 6556
          • 18
          Register

          Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping (101)

          Sunday 15th March 2026

          8:30 am - 3:30 pm
          (please note later start time)

          $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

          Harvesting honey

          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 2/2026 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 8:15am.

          This is the location of the Apiary, please ensure that you are able to make it to the site by 8:15am.

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

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          • Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping (101) 3/2026

            • 28 Mar 2026
            • 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
            • Bees Neez Apiary, 285 Leyland Cl, Beechina WA 6556
            • 20
            Register

            Introduction to Responsible Beekeeping (101)

            Saturday 28th March 2026

            8:30 am - 3:30 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

            Harvesting Honey

            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 3/2026 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 8:15am.

            This is the location of the Apiary, please ensure that you are able to make it to the site by 8:15am.

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

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