We sell full depth nucleus hives with each contain one frame with food, two brood frames with brood at differing stages and the fourth frame in the process of being drawn out, perhaps with some eggs/brood/nectar to allow the bees some space while travelling and while they are waiting to be transferred to their new hive.
The sale of nucleus (NUCs) is subject to seasonal availability. For expressions of interest for the 2023/24 SPRING season please contact us as there is limited supply. Please let us know the preferred date of delivery, the quantity, the delivery option (more on this below). Note that bee keeping is a form of agriculture and is subject to the whims of Mother Nature and therefore the delivery date could be affected.
Our NUCs are not overwintered nor are they swarm captured bees. They are breed from selected hives that have demonstrated both gentleness and productiveness and have a mated new season queen, tested for excellent laying.
Delivery:
When the Nucleus is/are ready we will contact you to arrange suitable time to pick up - usually shortly after dark or first thing in the morning. We encourage inspection prior taking delivery. If you would like to view the NUC(s) you have purchased before taking delivery, please let us know so we can make suitable arrangements.
Our standard form of providing NUCs is in a temporary coreflute NUC box, ready to be picked up by arrangement at a price of $250 each.
Alternatively we can:
- Deliver the NUC(s) to your address (greater Perth metro area) - a delivery fee may apply.
- Install the NUC(s) onsite into your full depth Langstroth hive or Flow Hive. An additional fee applies. Please let us know your location and quantity NUCs for each location so we can price this option.
- Install the NUC into your hive box (identified with your Brand and with an appropriate door closure and strap to hold it all together) at our premises, ready for collection by arrangement. Due to biosecurity issues, any equipment that is not new cannot be accepted into our bee yards.
Note:
Beekeepers in Western Australia are required to register with the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD). Upon registration, you will receive a unique Brand Identifier. Your Brand Identifier must be printed on all your beekeeping equipment (i.e. hives). Applications can be obtained from the Brands Registrar Officer (Bunbury) on or you can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
In addition there may be local government requirements that need to be met when keeping bees. Check with your local government authority for details.
To register your interest, please complete the form below:
