This portal has been specifically designed as an information portal to support industry during the response to Varroa destructor detected in the Port of Newcastle on the 22nd of June 2022.
Our Admin team will endeavour to publish updates relating to the incursion as frequently as physically possible.
QBA members will continue to receive email updates via our dedicated communication channels.
If you are interested in supporting the QBA by becoming a member, please click here to complete your application for membership. Once you have completed your application and settled your membership invoice, you will be automatically added to our members communication list.
To report varroa mite detections in Queensland
Call: Biosecurity Queensland on 13 25 23
or the Exotic Plant Pest Hotline 1800 084 881
Bee 123 portalComplete varroa surveillance and report your results to the Bee 123 portal is a critical activity that all beekeepers across Queensland must undertake every 16 weeks. To learn more about reporting your results, please click on the attachment below to download a copy of the how to guide for the Bee 123 portal. DAF factsheet - how to access and use the Bee 123 online form v1.0.pdf Alternatively, click on the gallery to the left ⬅️ to view the fact sheet. Want to learn more about varroa mite? Click on the attachment below to download a copy of the FAQ about Varroa mite. DAF factsheet - varroa mite frequently asked questions v1.0 electronic.pdf Look for varroa, check for varroa and report your results. |
On the 9th of February 2024, the National Management Group approved the transition to management plan (T2M) for the honey bee and pollination dependent industries. We encourage all beekeepers to learn more about the T2M process in Queensland. Click here to learn more.
Please use the blog post below to access a time line of all communications relating to the varroa destructor detection and response.
Please click on the logo of the agencies/association below to access latest updates.
Educational Information for all Beekeepers