Scientific research

A permit is required to conduct scientific research in Wellington Park. The permit allows you to work in Wellington Park, as well as permitting any activities you conduct as part of your research that would otherwise be prohibited under the Wellington Park Regulations 2019. Permits may also be required from the state or federal government to collected threatened or protected flora and fauna. 

All scientific research in Wellington Park requires a permit, which can be obtained by filling in the form below. We require you to include specific details about your research in your application, so we can ensure your permit covers all the activities you're undertaking in Wellington Park. 

Some common research activities that require a permit include:

· Collecting flora, including any parts of flora

· Collecting fauna, include any parts of fauna

· Research methods that involve temporarily collecting fauna, such as to apply a collar or band

· Collecting fungi

· Collecting water samples

· Collecting rock or soil samples or disturbing soil

· Setting up camera traps or other monitoring equipment

· Laying traps or snares

· Driving on fire trails or closed roads

· Driving off-road

· Erecting signage or temporary barries for safety and/or exclusion purposes

· Launching or landing a drone

· Possess or use a chainsaw or axe

State-listed flora and fauna 

If you are conducting research on any flora or fauna species listed under the Threatened Species Protection Act 1995, or any wildlife listed as 'protected' under the Nature Conservation (Wildlife) Regulations 2021, you may require a permit from the Department of Natural Resources and Environment, in addition to your permit from Wellington Park. Further information can be found on the NRE website. 

Please read the Guidelines for completing a scientific research permit application for Wellington Park before completeling your permit application.