Beehive Management & Maintenance
Professional support for Sunshine Coast beekeepers, with a focus on Varroa mite control
With Varroa mite now present on the Sunshine Coast, managing your hives has become more critical and more complex.
Whether you're a new beekeeper feeling uncertain or an experienced one needing additional support, Hinterland Bees offers tailored hive management services to help you stay on top of hive health and protect your bees.
From regular maintenance visits to focused Varroa mite treatment strategies, we provide practical, science-backed assistance based on real field experience.
What We Offer
Regular Hive Maintenance Visits
Comprehensive inspections and seasonal checks
Varroa mite detection and monitoring
Assessment of brood pattern, queen health, and colony strength
Health reports with clear next steps
Varroa Mite Monitoring and Management
Targeted testing with accurate mite counts
Interpretation of results and advice on treatment thresholds
Customised treatment plans using approved products
Support with oxalic acid vaporisation, strip treatments, and integrated pest management
Why Choose Hinterland Bees
Local experience: We manage hives across the Sunshine Coast and understand the specific conditions and challenges of this region
Current knowledge: We stay up to date with Varroa research, treatment guidelines, and best practices so you don’t have to
Tailored support: We adapt our services to suit your operation, whether you're hands-on, hands-off, or somewhere in between
Pricing
Our services are flexible and quoted based on:
Number of hives
Travel distance
Visit frequency
Level of support required
Contact us for a custom quote and to discuss what’s right for your apiary.