More than 800,000 bees stolen in far north Queensland

Thieves stole an estimated 800,000 bees from Queensland properties in what apiarists describe as a sophisticated operation, compounding losses from a recent varroa mite infestation already threatening the industry.

First covered Sep 20, 2026 · 5:00 PM PT · 1 article

More than 800,000 bees stolen in far north Queensland — Image via theguardian.com

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6d Guardian Environment More than 800,000 bees stolen across far north Queensland in ‘sophisticated’ operation — Apiarists will lose not just the insects but the value of pollination contracts, which can be worth thousands of dollars Follow our Australia news live blog…

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Appeared in: 2026-09-21 (#17)

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