Permits - Frequently asked Questions

What is the process and how long will it take?

Fill in the application form, sign it and send it to the ESQ permit officer (S. Wright). It will then be assessed and your membership status checked. If approved you will be sent the permits. If there is any doubt as to your application’s suitability your application will be taken to the ESQ council to be discussed and if necessary you will be asked to give additional information.

Please allow 6 weeks for the process, in most cases permits are granted in a shorter timeframe but as the permit officer is voluntary there may be time periods when there are delays. “Express” permits may be granted in exceptional circumstances but please be aware that these may not be able to be granted in the couple of days that some members are requesting. No permit will be granted in less that a fortnight as of the 1 February 2009.

Is there a charge for the permit?

No, the permit is a benefit of membership of the Entomological Society of Queensland.

I have previously had the permit – do I have to reapply?

Yes, as of Oct 2008 all our previous permits have expired and been renewed. All members, irrespective of whether they have previously held permits or not, must apply for the renewed permits.

Can the permit be transferred?

No, permits are not transferable. Members are more than welcome to advise other members of the permits and encourage them to apply.

Which parks are covered by the permits?

List of parks covered by the society 2008-11.pdf

How do I get access to a park not on the list?

In order for the permits to be amended you must contact the ESQ permit officer and give the official name for the park in question. The QPWS permit officer will be contacted with a list of amendments and once the amended permit is recived it will be sent out to members.  This could take up to 4 weeks and, to decrease the amount of administration for both ESQ and QPWS, we will only be applying 3-4 times a year. May 2009 will be the next amendment application.