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Heritage poultry tips, backyard chicken guides, native bee know-how, and stories from the Samford Valley farm.

Native bee hives for sale Brisbane — 7 things to know before buying a stingless bee hive from City Chicks Samford Valley

Looking For Native Bees? 7 Things You Must Know Before Buying a Hive

Thinking about adding a bit of buzz to your backyard? Here are the 7 things you absolutely must know before buying native bee hives for sale in Brisbane.

30 April 20268 min read

Backyard Chickens Brisbane heritage breeds happy garden — hen foraging in a lush vegetable garden in Samford Valley

Chicken Care

Backyard Chickens Brisbane: Why Heritage Breeds are the Secret to a Happy Garden

Discover why heritage breed chickens are the secret weapon for a thriving Brisbane garden — pest patrol, rich manure, and the top backyard breeds from City Chicks Samford Valley.

30 April 20266 min read

5 Steps to Plan the Perfect Scenic Drive infographic with vintage 4WD on Samford Valley road near Mt Glorious

Travel & Drives

5 Steps to Plan the Perfect Scenic Drive (with a Samford Valley Pit Stop)

Plan the perfect Mt Glorious scenic drive from Brisbane — 5 local tips, the best Samford Valley cafe pit stop, and rider/hiker pro tips from City Chicks.

30 April 20267 min read

Heritage Poultry 101 — beginner’s guide to rare breed chickens at City Chicks Samford Valley near Mt Glorious

Chicken Care

Heritage Poultry 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Rare Breeds

Trade traffic for clucking. A beginner’s guide to keeping rare heritage chickens in Brisbane backyards — from City Chicks in Samford Valley.

30 April 20266 min read