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UID:1549-1747699200-1747785599@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:World Bee Day
DESCRIPTION:Bees and other pollinators\, such as butterflies\, bats and hummingbirds\, are increasingly under threat from human activities. \nPollination is\, however\, a fundamental process for the survival of our ecosystems. Nearly 90% of the world’s wild flowering plant species depend\, entirely\, or at least in part\, on animal pollination\, along with more than 75% of the world’s food crops and 35% of global agricultural land. Not only do pollinators contribute directly to food security\, but they are key to conserving biodiversity. \nhttps://www.un.org/en/observances/bee-day \n 
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/world-bee-day/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250717T100000
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SUMMARY:Api NZ - AGM and Beekeepers Day Out
DESCRIPTION:The Api NZ Body is holding their AGM on Thursday 17th July 10am – 4pm at the Sudima  Christchurch Airport and online . Attendance is FREE. \nThe day will start with a discussion on industry leadership and the issues that matter to the apiculture sector. \nThis will be followed by the AGM and a broader industry discussion. \nAll attendees are invited to join us for drinks\, nibbles and further chatting from 4pm. \nThe Hub’s Beekeepers Day Out is the following day – Friday 18th at the same venue. Cost $75+gst \nPresentations on:  \nViruses\, Queens\, AFB\, US Colony loss\, Varroa treatment delivery innovation \nand more… \nAs well as: \nTrade displays\, Spot prizes\, Silent auction and lots of great people to chat with \nPost-event drinks and nibbles shouted by NZ Beeswax Ltd \nYou are welcome to attend both days.    Either way – registration is required. \nThe link will take you to the Registration – both on the same page (just scroll down for the Beekeepers Day) \nRegister here \n \nNew Zealand Beeswax Ltd – supplying Beekeepers for more than 100 years. \nHello everyone\nJust a quick note to confirm my attendance at the upcoming Christchurch Hub Beekeepers Day Out\nA great opportunity to touch base with a number of Beekeepers\, listen to the latest within the Beekeeping World (nationally and internationally) etc\, visit Beekeeping Vendors/Stalls and of course have some yummy lunch!!\nI know many Beekeepers from out of town\, will use this as a chance to catch up. \nI will have some space to bring up any orders\, so if attending\, I am happy to act as courier. Please note – I do have limited space in the vehicle on this run\nNew Zealand Beeswax Ltd continue to offer Christchurch Beekeeping Club Members Varroa Treatments at\nspecial Club rates. Remember to rotate your treatments.\nOrder early and we can email an invoice through for pre-payment (or correct cash on the day) and bring your items to the Christchurch Hub Beekeeping Day Out at the Sudima Hotel on Friday 18th July.\nThe following Treatments are available at special Club rates:\n• Apivar – 2 x Strips per brood box – Various pack sizes\n4 Strip Packs at the special rate of $32.00 (normally $38.77)\n60’s packs at $350.00 per pack (normally $418.34)\nNote – we are out of stock of the 12’s until Spring\n• Bayvarol – boxes of 20 strips\, individually packed in lots of 4 strips / 4 x strips per Brood Box\nPriced for Club Members at $62.00 (normally $72.22) each box of 20 strips\n(800 strip boxes also available to Club Members at the 12+ carton rate of $1955.00)\n• Formic Pro – 2 dose pack for 2 Hives. Organic treatment gets below capped cells. Best used in Spring\n/Summer. Requires 3 x consecutive 10+ degree days. Special Club price $30.00 (normally $37.38)\n• Small pottles of Oxalic Acid (300 grams) at $9.00\nAdditional Club Day Specials for Beekeepers Day 18th July 2025 at the Sudima\nPre- Order direct to tanya@beeswax.co.nz or ring us on 03 693 9189 ext 1 (Caroline) or 2 (Tanya)\n• Easy Checks; (The genuine Easy Check!!) @ $30.00\n• Fondant – $9.00 per pack\n• Megabee Patties 5 kg Box (made at our Orari Premises) with/without Hive Alive additive. Can be frozen. \n5kg Megabee Patties (Standard) @ $47.00 (normally $52.90).\n5kg Megabee Patties with Hive Alive @ $52.00 (normally $59.80) \n• Hive Alive 100mls (proven bee gut health and stops sugar syrup from fermenting. $30.00\nAs always – NZ Beeswax can supply all your Beekeeping requirements. Foundation\, Frames\, Feeders\, Storeys etc\, as well as the best bee nutritional products and varroa mite treatments.\nThank you. \nTanya Gant\nNZ Beeswax Ltd \n  \n 
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/api-nz-agm-and-beekeepers-day-out/
LOCATION:Sudima Christchurch Airport\, 550 Memorial Avenue\, Christchurch\, Harewood\, 8053\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250802T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250802T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T215143Z
UID:1552-1754127000-1754137800@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Field Days
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/field-day-19/
LOCATION:Club\, 681 Cashmere Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8025\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Club day
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250816T130000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250816T170000
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CREATED:20250430T221737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T222152Z
UID:1576-1755349200-1755363600@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:AGM
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 16th 1.00pm St Patrick’s School Hall cnr of Jefferies and Idris Rd \nNomination forms available Online and at the May\, Field Day \nWe would welcome a new treasurer and new committee members.
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/agm-3/
LOCATION:St Patrick’s School Hall\, 108 Jeffreys Road\, Bryndwr\, Christchurch\, 8052\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:AGM
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250901T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250930T170000
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UID:1573-1756713600-1759251600@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:Bee Aware Month
DESCRIPTION:This annual education campaign\, run by Apiculture New Zealand\, is all about sharing with New Zealanders some basic things everyone can do to help improve bee health. We want to encourage Kiwis to plant more trees for bees\, to use garden sprays safely\, or not at all\, and to buy local honey. \nEvery year we share resources with schools\, community groups\, councils and bee lovers so they can learn more about bees and take actions to improve bee health. We also run a social media campaign aimed at educating Kiwis about bees\, beekeeping and honey. \nBee Aware Month landing page
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/bee-aware-month/
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250906T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250906T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124718
CREATED:20250430T215332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T205547Z
UID:1555-1757151000-1757167200@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Opening the hives – purpose and what we’re looking for.\nBox and frame maintenance – cleaning\, painting\, rewiring\, and foundation types (hands-on activity\, everyone welcome to help).\nNZBees wax orders – make sure you’ve placed yours. Tanya will bring them (freight free).\nBBQ – please bring a plate of food to share.
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/field-day-20/
LOCATION:Club\, 681 Cashmere Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8025\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Club day
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250928T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250928T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124718
CREATED:20250903T205954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T210106Z
UID:1611-1759050000-1759068000@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:Club Stall – Riccarton Rotary Market
DESCRIPTION:The club will be running a stall at the Riccarton Rotary Market.We need members to help set up the display and talk with the public about how we can support bee survival. \nIf you’re able to help\, please contact Jeff Gibson – 027 240 8179.
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/club-stall-riccarton-rotary-market/
LOCATION:165 Racecourse Road\, Broomfield\, Christchurch 8042\, 165 Racecourse Road\, Christchurch\, 8042\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251011T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251011T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124718
CREATED:20250430T215433Z
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UID:1557-1760175000-1760185800@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Because last weekend was so wet\, the Club Day has been moved to this Saturday\, the 11th. We’ll start at 9:30 a.m. and go through until everyone heads home to check their hives. If possible\, the Hive Master will demonstrate how to make a split on one of the hives. \nSee you then!
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/field-day-21/
LOCATION:Club\, 681 Cashmere Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8025\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Club day
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251018T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251018T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124718
CREATED:20250903T210312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T210312Z
UID:1615-1760779800-1760796000@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:Beeginners Day
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to start your beekeeping hobby the right way!This is a hands-on practical course\, so please bring: \n\nBattery drill with 2x square drive bits\nHammer\nYour own lunch (tea and coffee provided)\n\nCost: \n\n$50.00 (club members)\n$95.00 (non-members – includes club membership)\n\nPayment:Online to the Club – 03-0767-0323307Please include your name and phone number in the payment details. \nOther details: \n\nPostponement (if wet) will be advised by phone.\nBookings are limited – first in\, first secured.
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/beeginners-day/
LOCATION:Club\, 681 Cashmere Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8025\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251101T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251101T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124718
CREATED:20250430T215532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T215532Z
UID:1559-1761989400-1762000200@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Field Days
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/field-day-22/
LOCATION:Club\, 681 Cashmere Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8025\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Club day
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251206T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251206T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124718
CREATED:20250430T215624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T202030Z
UID:1561-1765013400-1765024200@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:Field Day - Christmas Edition!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our final Field Day of the year as we celebrate with a festive Christmas BBQ. Please bring a Christmas plate to share. \nWe’ll also be running a raffle for a nuc — tickets are $5.00 each. \nWhat’s Happening on the Day\nVarroa Monitoring DemonstrationsLearn several methods for checking your hives\, including: \n\nUsing sticky boards (and how to make them)\nSugar shake testing\nAlcohol wash monitoring\n\nSpecial Guest: Tania from NZ BeeswaxTania will be on-site with supplies. Get in touch with her beforehand if you’d like to pre-order anything. \nFrame Cleaning DemoLee will be demonstrating her steamer setup for efficient frame cleaning. \nCraft CornerMake your own candles for Christmas gifts and enjoy a range of bee-themed festive crafts. \n\nLooking Ahead\nOur January Field Day will be held on the second Saturday\, as always — January 10th at 9:30am.
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/field-day-23/
LOCATION:Club\, 681 Cashmere Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8025\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Club day
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260110T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260110T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124718
CREATED:20250430T215708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T221232Z
UID:1563-1768037400-1768048200@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:Field Day
DESCRIPTION:No doubt many of you are asking the same question:“Why are my bees doing that?” \nIt has been another challenging season\, with changing weather patterns and unpredictable conditions. While we cannot control the weather\, we can prepare for what comes next – especially the upcoming honey flow. \nCome along to the club meeting and get answers from experienced members who have been there and done that. It is a great opportunity to learn\, share experiences\, and make sure your hives are ready for the season ahead. \nSee you Saturday.
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/field-day-24/
LOCATION:Club\, 681 Cashmere Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8025\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Club day
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260214T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260214T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124718
CREATED:20250430T215751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T091709Z
UID:1565-1771061400-1771072200@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:Field Day
DESCRIPTION:We’re pleased to let members know that Brian from Beeline Supplies will be joining us at our club field day on 14 February 2026. \nBrian will be bringing a selection of beekeeping equipment and varroa treatments\, along with exclusive specials for club members\, both for pre-order and on the day. \nMember Pre-Order Specials (15% off)\n\nPink semi-vented suitsUse code: PRETTY IN PINK\n3-layer jacketsUse code: 3 LAYER JACKET CBK\n\nOn-the-Day Specials\n\n20% off 3-layer gloves (limited sizes)\nOther gloves: $20 per pair\n20-litre pail with honey gate and double sieve (extendable handles): $65\nDrip trays (complete): $38\nPlus more available on the day\n\nWebsite Orders – Delivered to the Field Day (Freight Free)\nMembers are welcome to place orders via the website and have them brought to the field day at no extra cost. \nHow to order: \n\nProceed to checkout on the website\nSelect Pick up in store under Payment Method\nIn the Notes section\, please write: “Bring to the club”\n\n🗓 Order cut-off date: 11 February 2026 \n👉 Visit: www.beelinesupplies.co.nz \nWe’re grateful to Brian for supporting our club and look forward to seeing members take advantage of these great offers on the day.
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/field-day-25/
LOCATION:Club\, 681 Cashmere Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8025\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Club day
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260221T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124718
CREATED:20260203T014448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T094259Z
UID:1678-1771666200-1771686000@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:Queen Rearing Course
DESCRIPTION:The club will be hosting a Queen Rearing Course on Saturday\, 21 February\, starting at 9:30 am\, held at the club. \nJeff will be running the course and will cover how to graft your own queens. Queen rearing can be one of the most rewarding skills in beekeeping — and if you do well\, you may even go home with a new queen. \nWhat to Bring\n\nBee suit\nPen and paper for notes\nYour own lunch\n\n☕ Tea and coffee will be provided. \nCost\n\nClub members: $70.00\nNon-members: $120.00\n\nPayment Details\nPayment must be made prior to attending the course. \n\nBank account: 03-0767-0323307\nPlease include your name and phone number as reference.\n\nBooking Confirmation\nTo confirm your place\, text your name to Jeff on 0210 734 148.Confirmation by text is essential. \n⚠️ This is the only queen course being run this season. \nCome and enjoy the challenge of one of beekeeping’s finest arts 🐝
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/queen-rearing-course/
LOCATION:Club\, 681 Cashmere Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8025\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Robinson":MAILTO:alpinebee@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260228T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260228T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124718
CREATED:20260203T012002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T012002Z
UID:1664-1772269200-1772290800@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:AFB Recognition Course
DESCRIPTION:A powerful tool in the fight against AFB is education. Our training courses inform beekeepers of their legal obligations and equip them to identify AFB and eliminate it from their beekeeping operations using best practice methods. Courses cover everything beekeepers need to know from disease identification to the destruction of AFB-infected equipment. \nhttps://www.nzbb.org.nz/courses/p/christchurchfeb2026
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/afb-recognition-course/
LOCATION:NTA McLeans Island Campus\, 890 McLeans Island Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8051\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NZ Bee Health & Biosecurity":MAILTO:training@nzbb.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260307T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260307T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124718
CREATED:20250430T215837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T215837Z
UID:1567-1772875800-1772886600@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Field Days
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/field-day-26/
LOCATION:Club\, 681 Cashmere Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8025\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Club day
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260411T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260411T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124718
CREATED:20250430T215918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T094938Z
UID:1569-1775899800-1775910600@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:2026 Honey Show & Gadget Day
DESCRIPTION:Honey Show\nThe Honey Show will be held at the Club Site on Sat April 11th 2026\, so do come along and enter your hive products. \nAll members\, novice and experienced\, can participate in the Honey Show. Follow the rules posted\, to be in to win one of the two Club Shields -the Novice or the Experienced Beekeepers Club Shield. Prizes to be announced later. \nA shield is awarded to the entrant with the most points overall and a novice shield is awarded to a first or second year beekeeper. (This must be stated at the time). \nGeneral Rules: \n• Members may only have one entry per class. If required\, guidance will be given as to which class your entry should be exhibited in. The judges decision will be final.\n• Exhibits must be delivered at least 10 minutes prior to the start of the judging.\n• Liquid and creamed honey must be in standard 500 gm square”round” plastic jars with white lids.\n• No labels on jars.\n• Only exhibits from Financial members will be accepted.\n• Write your initials (which may be on a small sticky label) on the BASE of the exhibit. \nClasses: \n1. Dark honey creamed\n2. Dark honey liquid\n3. Light honey creamed\n4. Light honey liquid\n5. Wax blocks 500 gm minimum weight\n6. Mead 750 ml clear glass bottle \nDetails of each class \n1 & 3. Dark creamed honey or light creamed honey\nThe entrant is to decide which class to enter.\nThe judge will take notice of flavour\, colour\, fineness of grain and freedom from foreign material. Please remember to obtain standard show jars. The reason for this uniformity is that different types of jars have varying light densities depending on the thickness of the glass. \n2 & 4. Light liquid honey or dark liquid honey the same criteria as above. \n5. Wax\nEach exhibit must be at least 250gms in weight and from this season. It must be presented as tipped from the mould; points will be lost for chipping or scraping.\nThe Judge will look for colour\, texture and purity. No restriction as to the shape of the mould.\nEntrants are advised not to heat wax in iron or enamel containers as this can discolour the wax\, for preference use an aluminium container. Do not overheat the wax; strain through stocking or similar; cool very slowly as this makes for uniformity of texture and freedom from cracking. Avoid propolis as this tends to darken the wax. Pure bees wax only to be used. One tea-spoon of vinegar helps to clarify wax. \n6. Mead 750 ml clear glass bottle with removable cork or screw top.\nNo labels on bottle.\nWrite your initials (which may be on a small sticky label) on the BASE of the exhibit. \nGadget Day\nHave you made something for beekeeping\, or been gifted a gadget and wondered… did it actually work? \nGot an idea or a project on the go\, but not quite there yet? Bring it along. This is a great chance to get input\, ideas\, and a bit of guidance from others. \nDon’t keep it to yourself — whether it’s a success\, a failure\, or still a work in progress\, there’s plenty to learn and share. \nGadget Day is all about helping each other\, learning from mistakes\, and having a bit of fun along the way. \nCome along\, share what you’ve got\, and see what others have been working on — you might be surprised what you pick up.
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/field-day-27/
LOCATION:Club\, 681 Cashmere Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8025\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Club day,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260416T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260416T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T124718
CREATED:20260316T014416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T014609Z
UID:1687-1776362400-1776362400@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:Christchurch Hobbyist Bee Club – Club Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Christchurch Hobbyist Bee Club – Club Dinner\nThe Christchurch Hobbyist Bee Club invites members to join us for a special evening of fine dining and good company. \nThis will be a great opportunity to catch up with fellow members and enjoy a relaxed evening together. \n\nEvent Details\nDate: Thursday 16 April 2026Location: Ara Restaurant160 Madras Street\, Christchurch \nCost: $50 per person \nThe evening includes a 3-course à la carte dinner. \n\n$40 goes toward your meal\n$10 supports the club\n\n\nMenu – Visions Dinner Menu 2026\nStarters\n\nRooftop honey glazed Whitestone halloumiroasted carrots\, wild rice\, romesco\, mandarin (GF\, DF\, V)\nRisotto with prawns and baconbell peppers\, arugula salad\, crème fraîche (GF)\nRoasted chicken consommémushroom tortellini\, madeira espuma\nBaharat roasted eggplantbabaganoush\, coconut labne\, pomegranate\, pistachios (GF\, Vegan)\nCider braised pork bellyWaldorf salad\, caramelised celeriac puree\, apple gastrique (GF\, DF)\n\nMains\n\nSlow cooked beef osso buccomarinated mushrooms\, agra galette\, bone marrow gremolata crumb\, saffron (DF)\nSalt baked heirloom beetrootcrisp panisse\, spiced chickpeas\, preserved lemon\, beet jam (GF\, Vegan)\nPan seared Akaroa salmonsmoked tomato and corn salsa\, leaf spinach\, jalapeño corn custard (GF\, DF)\nRoasted chicken ballotinecranberry quinoa stuffing\, maple peanut glaze\, butternut\, broccolini\, edamame (GF\, DF)\nRas el Hanout grilled lambparsnips\, lamb shank pastilla\, braised Swiss chard\, cinnamon jus\n\nDesserts\n\nWeave cacao 70% chocolate moussecoconut sorbet\, orange\, passionfruit pearls\, Brazil nut crumble (Vegan)\nSalted caramel Bavarian creamsteamed ginger sponge\, poached pear\, caramel\, walnuts (GF)\n\n\nBooking and Payment\nCost: $50 per person \nClub Bank Account:030767032330700 \nPlease make payment including your name and the number of people attending the dinner. \nOnce payment has been made\, text David to confirm your booking. \nContact:David – 027 360 1398 \n\nDon’t miss out – it will be a fantastic evening with fellow club members.
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/christchurch-hobbyist-bee-club-club-dinner/
LOCATION:Ara | Visions On Campus Restaurant\, Visions On Campus Restaurant\, Ara City Campus Cnr Madras & Ferry Road St\, Saint Asaph Street\, Christchurch Central City\, Christchurch 8011\, Christchurch\, 8011
CATEGORIES:Events
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UID:1571-1777714200-1777725000@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Field Days
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/field-day-28/
LOCATION:Club\, 681 Cashmere Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8025\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Club day
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UID:1668-1778922000-1778943600@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:AFB Recognition Course
DESCRIPTION:A powerful tool in the fight against AFB is education. Our training courses inform beekeepers of their legal obligations and equip them to identify AFB and eliminate it from their beekeeping operations using best practice methods. Courses cover everything beekeepers need to know from disease identification to the destruction of AFB-infected equipment. \nhttps://www.nzbb.org.nz/courses/p/christchurchmay2026
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/afb-recognition-course-2/
LOCATION:NTA McLeans Island Campus\, 890 McLeans Island Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8051\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NZ Bee Health & Biosecurity":MAILTO:training@nzbb.org.nz
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CREATED:20260203T012649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T012649Z
UID:1670-1787994000-1788001200@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:AFB Recognition Refresher Course
DESCRIPTION:A powerful tool in the fight against AFB is education. Our training courses inform beekeepers of their legal obligations and equip them to identify AFB and eliminate it from their beekeeping operations using best practice methods. Courses cover everything beekeepers need to know from disease identification to the destruction of AFB-infected equipment. \nhttps://www.nzbb.org.nz/courses/p/christchurchrfaug2026
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/afb-recognition-refresher-course/
LOCATION:NTA McLeans Island Campus\, 890 McLeans Island Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8051\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NZ Bee Health & Biosecurity":MAILTO:training@nzbb.org.nz
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CREATED:20260203T012829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T012829Z
UID:1672-1792227600-1792249200@chchbeekeepers.org.nz
SUMMARY:AFB Recognition Course
DESCRIPTION:A powerful tool in the fight against AFB is education. Our training courses inform beekeepers of their legal obligations and equip them to identify AFB and eliminate it from their beekeeping operations using best practice methods. Courses cover everything beekeepers need to know from disease identification to the destruction of AFB-infected equipment. \nhttps://www.nzbb.org.nz/courses/p/christchurchoctober2026
URL:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/event/afb-recognition-course-3/
LOCATION:NTA McLeans Island Campus\, 890 McLeans Island Road\, Christchurch\, Canterbury\, 8051\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chchbeekeepers.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/nzbb-training.png
ORGANIZER;CN="NZ Bee Health & Biosecurity":MAILTO:training@nzbb.org.nz
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