The Victorian Apiarists' AssociationThe Victorian Apiarists' Association (VAA) is the peak beekeeping body for Victoria. It was founded in 1892 and supports all commercial and recreational beekeepers. The VAA plays an important role in policy decisions concerning bees and beekeeping through its negotiations with federal, state and local government bodies. We collaborate and network with the other state-level beekeeping organisations in Australia. We work to build networks and connections to beekeeping communities around the world. | ![]() |
Lindsay Callaway, VAA President | VAA Australian Bee Journal | September 2026 For over 108 years, the Australian Bee Journal has documented the accomplishments, resilience and passion of Victorian beekeepers. The VAA's Editorial Team is pleased to release the newly designed VAA Australian Bee Journal. The September issue welcomes the ABJ's new editor, Kris Fricke who will be collaborating each month with the VAA's Editorial Team to bring you the most important stories affecting commercial, sideliner, recreational and hobby beekeepers. Here are some highlights from this month's magazine:
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BEES ON SHOW Be sure to make some time to visit the VAA's booth at the Melbourne Royal Show. We are in booths 1 - 3 at the west end of the Gourmet Pantry and Cellar Pavilion. We have some of the best honey produced in Victoria including:
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