Lily Valley Honey

16/06/2026

11/06/2026

The varroa mite has been spreading through Australia and decimating hives in South East QLD. They have become resistant to many treatments and beekeepers are fighting a losing battle and thousands of hives have been lost and 90% of the wild bee population is gone. This is truly heartbreaking and for so many, they are losing their livelihoods amd something they have put their heart and souls into. But losing bees has a huge implication for us all - we are losing our beautiful polinators and this will affect our food production.

We at Lily Valley Honey are just a small backyard operation and this is a hobby for us but to see bees coming out of their hives dying is just so heartbreaking. We have lost 8 out of 10 hives in the past 6 weeks but on a check today, 2 are hanging in there and the video above is a bit of hope that some bees have survived. It is uncertain what will happen in the coming weeks - but there is always hope.

So please, support your local beekeepers, they are doing it tough right now!

23/05/2026

Mingle Markets Yarrabilba are on today! Come get your local honey and check out many other stalls. Plus a carnival area for kids today!

20/05/2026

🐝 Happy World Bee Day! 🍯

Today we celebrate the tiny workers that make such a big difference in our lives and our world. From pollinating our gardens to producing beautiful golden honey, bees are a gift from God’s creation. 🌼✨

At Lily Valley Honey, we’re thankful for every buzzing bee and every jar of pure honey they help create and the fruit orchard and gardens they help maintain.

“Go to the ant… consider her ways and be wise.” Proverbs 6:6
Even the smallest creatures remind us of God’s incredible design.

Support your local bees today by planting flowers, buying local honey, and protecting pollinators. 🌸🐝

19/05/2026

Due to the rising costs of consumables (as fuel has increased, so has the cost of plastics), we have unfortunately had to make the decision to increase our prices. Our honey prices are now:
🍯 500g - $8
🍯1kg - $14
🍯 3kg - $35
🍯 Honeycomb remains $10 for 400g
🍯 Beeswax is $5 for 100g

19/05/2026

Mingle Markets Yarrabilba are on this Sunday! Come on down and get your local honey plus see other great stalls!

🌞 Spend your Sunday in the park with us!
📅 Sunday 24 May
⏰ from 7.30am to midday
🎪 Support Logan locals !
Wisbeys Toys & Plants ~ From Farm to Fridge ~ The Local Fisho, ~ Lily Valley Honey ~ 3D Caetano Lab ~ Simply Crystals ~ Merry Go Round Toys ~ Beamed Up Crafts ~ Earth Child Essentials ~ JD’s Treasure Trove ~ Hand Made by Karen J ~ Baked it Kitchen ~ Escentsual Arousal Aromatix Candles & Diffusers ~ Suzanne Author Bond ~ Majestic Charms ~ Yarrabilba Sports Association
Moov’n Coffee ~ Iced Tea Co ~ Mr.Anticucho ~ Wendy’s On Tour QLD ~ House of Poffertjes

18/05/2026

Beekeepers in SE QLD as well as other parts of the country are dealing with the varroa mite which is decimating hives. It is sad to see and hear what is happening to the bees and beekeepers are struggling to keep their aparies going, especially as these mites are resistant to many treatments.

Please support your local beekeepers!