Are you fascinated by bees and want to make a positive impact on the environment right from your backyard? Join the Urban Beekeeping for Beginners Workshop hosted on the rooftop of Sydney Community College in Rozelle, and immerse yourself in the buzzing world of bees.
This hands-on course provides an up-close introduction to backyard and urban beekeeping. You'll learn how to set up a hive, understand bee biology and behavior, and help contribute to biodiversity in your local area by keeping healthy and productive bee colonies.
Discover the fascinating lives of European honeybees and native Australian bees, understand safety measures around the bee yard, regulations, and how to harvest your own honey. With direct access to active rooftop hives and expert instruction, this course is both inspiring and practical.
Course Outline
- Bee biology and types: native and European honeybees
- Beekeeping methods and hive types (Langstroth, Warre, Kenyan)
- Beekeeping regulations, costs, and starting your own hive
Schedule & Pricing
- One-day workshop: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Location: 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039
- Price: $249 (includes protective gear and take-home book)
Accessibility
- The classroom is accessible; rooftop hive access requires climbing 22 stairs
You will learn
- Understand safety and protective equipment for beekeeping
- Recognize bee types and hive options for urban settings
- Learn regulations and methods to keep healthy hives
You will get
- Hands-on rooftop beekeeping experience
- Protective gear provided during the workshop
- Take-home copy of 'BeeAgSkills' beekeeping guide by NSW Primary Industries
Appropriate for
Beginners and individuals interested in backyard or urban beekeeping, including those looking to start their own hives.
What to bring
- Wear long pants (not leggings) and enclosed shoes
- Avoid thin clothing and wear clothes that cover ankles
- Bring a notebook or device for taking notes
What to wear
Casual with protective consideration (long pants & enclosed shoes)
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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