Location: Rye, VIC
Service: Live bee removal and relocation
Client type: Residential
Outcome: The colony was guided into a ventilated bee box and rehomed with partner beekeepers; the front garden and pathway returned to calm use.

Situation

A newly gathered bee colony settled low in the front-garden hedge beside the brick edging and footpath. Activity around the shrubs increased, raising concern for residents and visitors.

bees in Garden

Assessment

  • Clear access to the hedge with safe working distance
  • Mild conditions and light winds, suitable for a calm collection
  • No recent pesticide use in the garden
  • Stable position available for placing a bee box at the base of the cluster

What was done

  • A ventilated bee box with frames was positioned beneath the bees to encourage a natural move inside
  • Gentle handling and minimal smoke helped keep the colony settled
  • Entry points were secured once the queen and most workers were inside
  • Orientation fanning at the entrance confirmed cohesion around the queen
  • The boxed colony was transported for relocation to a managed apiary

Why relocation matters

Relocation removes risk near homes and paths while supporting pollination across the Mornington Peninsula. The bees continue their work in an appropriate apiary setting rather than being disturbed in a suburban garden.

Safety and care

  • Low-disturbance methods protected bees, residents, and plants
  • No chemicals used during collection
  • Work timed for calm weather to reduce agitation
  • Site left tidy with simple notes on short-term scout activity

Result

Garden

Bee traffic around the hedge eased after collection. A few scouts returned briefly to the original spot before dispersing. The colony is now established in managed care and contributing to local pollination, with the garden comfortable for everyday use again.

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