{"title":"Live Mated Queen Bees - Happy Beeing™","description":"\u003cp\u003eLocally bred \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-82fbc2d7-7fff-e9e2-fd08-2bc33ffde35e\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHappy Beeing™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"711\"\u003e mated queens\u003c\/strong\u003e, known for calm behaviour and strong brood patterns.\u003cbr data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"767\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for re-queening or starting new colonies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mated-queen-bee-happy-beeing™-queen-bees","title":"Mated Queen Bee","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"397\" data-start=\"349\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-fb985b48-7fff-a22b-5347-8a1548013efa\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-Order your mated queen bees now for spring 2026!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are now accepting pre-orders for the next round of mated queens expected to be ready in September or October 2026. We will update those who pre-order mated queens to ensure they are informed and aware of the anticipated arrival dates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-fb985b48-7fff-a22b-5347-8a1548013efa\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Happy Beeing™ Approach\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt Happy Bee, we don’t select queens based on labels — we supply queens based on how they perform in the hive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHappy Beeing™ program\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is built on a simple principle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSelect bees based on real-world performance, not just lineage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than relying on a single breeder or genetic line, we work with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003erange of trusted breeders, environments and bloodlines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to identify queens that consistently deliver strong outcomes in practical beekeeping conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat We Select For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough this approach, we prioritise queens that produce:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalm, manageable colonies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bees that remain steady on the comb and are easier to inspect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHygienic behaviour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Colonies that actively manage brood health and reduce disease pressure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResilience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bees that perform across changing weather patterns and seasonal conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrong brood patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Consistent laying and well-formed brood structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReliable productivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Colonies that build steadily and maintain stable behaviour over time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Use Multiple Sources\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy selecting from a variety of breeders and locations, we are able to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003econsistent supply across the season\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdapt to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eweather and environmental variability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFocus on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eperformance over pedigree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide queens suited to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003el\u003cstrong\u003eocal and regional conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis approach reduces reliance on any single genetic line and allows us to deliver queens that are selected for how they actually perform in working hives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat This Means for You\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstead of receiving a queen based on a specific label or brand, you receive a queen that has been selected for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereal-world performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003estability in the hive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003esuitability to your environment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe focus is always on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoutcomes in your hive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e,\u003c\/strong\u003e not just origin on paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Practical Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeekeeping involves live insects and natural variation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven with careful selection, outcomes can vary depending on:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehive condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eweather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eforage availability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003emanagement practices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur role is to give your hive the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebest possible starting point\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — ongoing success depends on conditions and care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCaring for Your Queen on Arrival \u0026amp; Introduction Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOn Arrival\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollect promptly from your Post Office or delivery location\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the cage in a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecool, shaded, well-ventilated area\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid direct sun, heat, or refrigeration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf required, place a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esmall drop of honey on the cage mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor attendants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntroduce your queen as soon as possible, ideally on the day of arrival\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePreparing the Hive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure the hive is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003equeenless for 12–24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove any queen cells\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm adequate colony strength and stores\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid introduction during extreme weather or stress conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafe Introduction Method (Recommended)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the queen cage\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebetween brood frames\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecandy plug is accessible\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enot manually release the queen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow bees to release her naturally over\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2–4 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Introduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not disturb the hive for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5–7 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eeggs or young larvae\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eas confirmation of success\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemporary pauses in laying can occur during establishment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTreatment \u0026amp; Early Hive Management\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNewly introduced queens require a short settling period to establish laying and pheromone control within the hive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid applying treatments or undertaking major hive interventions (including oxalic acid vapour, splitting, or heavy manipulation) during the first\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1–2 weeks after introduction\u003c\/strong\u003e, as this can negatively impact queen acceptance and laying performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf a queen appears slow to begin laying, allow additional time before intervening, as it is not uncommon for queens to pause or delay laying during introduction and adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutcomes can vary depending on hive condition, handling, and management practices following introduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4220\" data-start=\"4184\"\u003eOrdering and Shipping Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4306\" data-start=\"4222\"\u003eLive mated queen bees are caught on Sundays only and posted on Mondays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4574\" data-start=\"4308\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4411\" data-start=\"4308\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4411\" data-start=\"4310\"\u003eOrders must be placed by close of business Friday to be included in the following week’s catch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping Requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQueens are shipped to a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elocal Australia Post Office for collection only\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe do\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enot ship to PO Boxes, parcel lockers, or residential\/business addresses\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping to a Post Office reduces transit time and improves outcomes for live bees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease provide your preferred Post Office location when ordering\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrompt collection is essential — delays may impact queen condition and performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailability is seasonal and limited due to the way our queens are raised and held longer before release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Happy Bee\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Bee is a local live bee and beekeeping supplier based in Jiggi in the Northern Rivers of New South Wales. From our hives to yours, we focus on doing things properly, not quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe supply customers throughout NSW, QLD, VIC, SA, and ACT.\u003cbr\u003eUnfortunately, we are unable to ship to Tasmania and Western Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information, contact us at\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehive@happybee.com.au\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Bee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47345647714559,"sku":"HAPPYBEES","price":75.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0482\/7391\/files\/live-mated-f1-queen-bee-northern-rivers-happy-bee-australia-live-bees.jpg?v=1761434882"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.happybee.com.au\/collections\/live-mated-queen-bees-northern-rivers-happy-beeing%e2%84%a2.oembed","provider":"Happy Bee","version":"1.0","type":"link"}