Apiary Biosecurity

Attention!

Public consultation is now open on a new draft Tasmanian Import Risk Analysis for varroa mite.

The analysis includes proposed import conditions for apiary products.

Submissions close at 5:00pm on 16 September 2026.

Go to our consultation page to learn more.

Information on the obligations of beekeepers in Tasmania, including how to perform best practice biosecurity.

Beekeeper Registration
Information about the compulsory registration of beekeeping activities in Tasmania.
General Biosecurity Direction - Apiaries
Transitional arrangements under the Biosecurity Act 2019, known as a General Biosecurity Direction (BD), have been put in place.
Bee Pests Diseases and Welfare
Information regarding bee pests, diseases, and pest bees as well as reporting requirements.
Rules for Moving Bees, Apiary Products and Used Apiary Equipment
Rules for moving bees, apiary products and used apiary equipment
Code of Practice(s)
Guidelines for engaging in best-practice biosecurity while keeping bees.
National Bee Biosecurity Program
A nationally coordinated honey bee health program with the aim of helping beekeepers to manage pests that are already in Australia, and to prepare for incursions by exotic pests.
National Bee Pest Surveillance Program
Information on the National Bee Pest Surveillance Program
Beekeeper Resources
Links to important reading and further information for beekeepers

Senior Biosecurity Officer (Apiary Biosecurity)

Julie Lupia

13 St Johns Ave,
New Town, TAS, 7008.

Senior Biosecurity Inspector (Apiary Biosecurity)

Philip Godman

1-2 Rundle Road,
Devonport, TAS, 7310.

Public consultation is now open on a new draft Tasmanian Import Risk Analysis for varroa mite.

The analysis includes proposed import conditions for apiary products.

Submissions close at 5:00pm on 16 September 2026.

Go to our consultation page to learn more.