Join QFHS or Renew Membership

QFHS offers the following categories of membership:

• Single Membership
• Dual Membership: Two members with one registered address, may join the Society as dual members. Dual members receive one journal only, sent to the registered address, and have one vote only at General Meetings.
• Associate (Group) Membership: Family history and allied groups may join QFHS as Associates.
  At any time, two members of a current Associate Group may use the resources and facilities of the Society free of charge.
  If your association wishes to arrange a larger group visit, please contact the Secretary.
• Life Membership is also available. Contact the Membership Secretary for more information.

We charge a joining fee when members join the Society.

You may also consider:

• Journal Only Subscription: Our Journal Only Subscription entitles you to receive the Society's quarterly journal, the Queensland Family Historian, but offers no other benefits or entitlements.
  Libraries, associations, societies, and organisations who have exchange journal agreements with QFHS or who receive complimentary copies of the Queensland Family Historian do not require Journal Only Subscriptions.

You are invited to apply for membership of the Society by selecting from the following options:

Option 1 - Pay by Credit Card or Cheque.

1. Download New Membership Application Form.
2. Deliver to Library and Resource Centre or post to PO Box 171, Indooroopilly 4068.

Option 2 - Pay Online.

1. Download New Membership Application Form.
2. Pay online. Select an option from the Category column below. Once selected, your choice can be added to the Cart. Follow the prompts to complete the payment process. You will receive a receipt by email.  
3. Complete the New Membership Application Form and note the online receipt number.
4. Scan and email as an attachment to secretary@qfhs.org.au. If scanning is not an option, deliver to Library and Resource Centre or post to PO Box 171, Indooroopilly 4068. 

Option 3 - Pay by Direct Credit.

1. Download New Membership Application Form.
2. Pay by direct credit. The Society’s account details are listed below. Please ensure you give your first, last name and phone number or email address as the reference.
3. Complete the New Membership Application Form and note that you have paid the fee by direct credit.
4. Scan and email as an attachment to secretary@qfhs.org.au. If scanning is not an option, deliver to Library and Resource Centre or post to PO Box 171, Indooroopilly 4068.  

Note: 

1. Access to MyHeritage will be provided as soon as possible, but this process may take several days.
2. If posting, allow 7 days for your application to be received and acknowledged by QFHS. As soon as possible after your application is received, you will receive an email advising you of your membership status. If you wish to visit the Library and Resource Centre prior to receiving your Membership Card by post, please show the email to the library assistant on duty.

Buddy Program

QFHS offers new members the opportunity to have a QFHS Buddy. Buddies are experienced QFHS members who will assist new members by meeting at an agreed time to provide one-on-one guidance, encouragement, and sharing of experience. The arrangement is available for between three and six months. 

A Buddy will:

• assist the new member with their research by providing guidance on the use of the resources and facilities of the Library and Resource Centre.
• accompany the new member to a Fridays@QFHS training session or QFHS Seminar of their choice at no cost

The Buddy program complements the existing new member services, such as New Members' Welcome and Orientation, Beginners Course, and Trout Game.

If you, as a new member, would like to have a Buddy,  please complete the Buddy Information Form and return with your Membership Application Form. 

Renew Membership

Option 1 - Pay Online.

Select an option from the Renewal column below and add to Cart. Follow the prompts to complete your renewal. A posted membership renewal form is not required. 

Option 2 - Pay by Direct Credit.

The Society’s account details are listed below. Please ensure you give your last name and membership number as the reference. A posted membership renewal form is not required. 

Option 3 - Pay offline by credit card or cheque

Download the Membership Renewal Form. Deliver to Library and Resource Centre or post to PO Box 171, Indooroopilly 4068.

Note: If your membership is more than 3 months overdue and you wish to renew, you will be asked to pay the joining fee before renewing.

Updating Membership Details

You can update you membership details (e.g. name, address, email, telephone number) at any time by emailing the Membership Secretary  Please include your membership number.