BY DAKOTA TAIT
New biosecurity zones have been established for beekeepers, after varroa mite was detected at three more properties across Newcastle, Seaham, and Bulahdelah.
It means more hives will now need to be destroyed in the new eradication zones.
All colonies in a 50 kilometre radius of the new epicentres must be reported to the Department of Primary Industries, while those within 25 kilometres should keep an eye on their colonies for the pests.
The zone around the Port of Newcastle also remains in place.
No bees or hives can be moved at any location across New South Wales.
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| Image credit: Kate Washington MP. |
