Disability Access
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), 18.3% of the Australian population has some form of permanent disability. It is therefore estimated that over 6,000 Warrnambool residents will have a disability.
Moreover, as a regional centre and a tourist destination, Warrnambool receives significant numbers of visitors each year, a proportion of whom will also have a disability.
Numbers of people affected by disability will continue to increase in the future as a result of population growth and ageing. Improved community access and inclusion are not disability-specific, and through the provision of universal access to information, the physical environment, and greater opportunities for community participation, everyone will benefit.
Information and Services available
Communication Access
To assist people with communication and /or cognitive disabilities.
Assistance Animals
Warrnambool City Council respects the rights of owners with Sight or Hearing Dogs to full access to the community
Mobility Map
Access and facilities for people with limited mobility. Includes Accessible Public Toilets, Scooter Recharge Points and Disabled Parking Bays in Warrnambool City Centre
Scooter Recharge Scheme
Locations of recharge points in the South West Region
Changing Places
Changing Places facilities are large public toilets with full sized change tables and hoists for people with high support needs and their carers.
One and All Inclusive Events
Endorsing local community festivals and events which enable equity of access
Welcoming Business Program
Endorsing local businesses with key features which enable access to their business for people with disability
Disabled Parking
Available for residents who require access to park in disabled parking bays or require extended time in ordinary bays. Disabled Parking Permits enable the holder of the permit to park in any designated disabled parking area, Australia wide.
Concession Cards
Further information is available about a range of concession cards available to the community including the Carers Card, Companion Card, Seniors Card and Can’t Wait Card.
Assistive Equipment
Available for hire from Council for community events. Equipment includes portable access ramps, assistive hearing equipment and signage. Contact Rural Access for more information.
