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Race against time to protect Aussie bees

Worldwide, bees are dying at an alarming rate. In Australia they are still thriving, but scientists say it's just a matter of time before that all changes.

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By Sam Ikin

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Australian scientists are scrambling to strengthen stocks of honey bees.

Worldwide, bees are dying at an alarming rate.

In Australia they are still thriving.

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But scientists say it's just a matter of time before that all changes.

Watch an extended interview with amateur beekeeper Doug Purdy below.


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