Bees for Beginners – with Peter Norris of Heritage Honey
Join us at Harmony Garden Centre from 9am–1pm on Sunday 14th September for an informative and inspiring introduction to beekeeping, hosted by Peter Norris – one of Tasmania’s most respected and experienced beekeepers.
Peter will guide you through:
The different types of hives
Basic pest and disease management
Essential safety equipment for beekeeping
With over 35 years’ experience, Peter’s beekeeping journey began in London, where his hobby quickly grew from a few hives to 150. Returning to Tasmania in 1999, he became a passionate advocate for protecting the leatherwood resource and now operates 800+ hives at Heritage Honey in Moonah with his wife Trisha and team. As President of the Southern Tasmanian Beekeepers Association and Vice President of the Tasmanian Beekeepers Association, Peter brings a wealth of knowledge and practical insights for anyone starting out.
📅 Date: Sunday 14th September
🕘 Time: 9am–1pm
📍 Location: Harmony Garden Centre
ℹ️ Note: Bookings essential – limited indoor seating.
Come along and learn the buzz about beekeeping from a true expert!