Thanks for your reply, Trevor. Tough times! I've just read the AHBIC's November-December newsletter which reiterates much of what you report. See https://honeybee.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/AHBIC-Newsletter-Nov-Dec-2019-Combined-Edition.pdf I am encouraging beekeepers here in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, to contribute to your Hive Aid Beekeeper Drought and Bush Fire Relief fund. https://www.ruralaid.org.au/donate/?supporter_id=14254 *********************************************** The BEE-L mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html