BASSINTHEGRASS to offer enhanced wellbeing and accessibility measures

The Northern Territory’s biggest music festival, BASSINTHEGRASS, being held this coming weekend, will be delivering a range of wellbeing and accessibility initiatives.

There will be an on-site medical facility run by St John Ambulance and the National Critical Care and Trauma Response Centre (NCCTRC), where medical staff can deliver hospital-level care to those in need and multiple St John NT support sites around the Mindil Beach festival site.

Continuing BASSINTHEGRASS’s industry-leading legacy of delivering the best for attendees, an accessibility ambassador has been appointed by Northern Territory Major Events Company (NTMEC) for the first time.

NT Minister for Disabilities, Ngaree Ah Kit shares “ensuring accessibility for people with disability at events and attractions in the Territory is a high priority for the Territory Government.

“NTMEC at BASSINTHEGRASS sets a high standard in this regard, and we continue to work with stakeholders in the sector to understand what else we can do in this important space.”

Harry Walker, a talented musician, radio host and motorsports fan who moved to Darwin from Nhulunbuy will provide valuable feedback about accessibility measures at NTMEC events.

The accessibility measures to help guests with disability enjoy the day include raised platforms, accessible toilets, accessible drop-off zones and free entry for companions.

Music NT’s All Good Project has also partnered with NTMEC to create and promote safe spaces for patrons, staff and performers with Music NT’s Safety, Access and Equity Officer, Emma Gerard enthusing “we are really excited to be partnering with BASSINTHEGRASS.

“The All Good Project is an NT based initiative that works to promote safety, encourage inclusivity, reduce harm and prevent violence at live music festivals.

“On the day, our care space tent within the wellness area will be available to anyone who needs it and we'll have roving teams supporting festival-goers.”

NTMEC has introduced the extra measures to ensure party-goers have the most memorable time possible, for all the right reasons.

Other initiatives include Event Champions, amnesty bins, free water, free sunscreen, plenty of shade, and a low-intensity dry area called the Wellness Space, where the NCCTRC facility will be located, alongside peer to peer support.

NT Minister for Major Events, Paul Kirby notes “these wellbeing measures will give guests access to a dedicated wellness area, advice on how to party safely, plus shade and water, as well as great medical care, should they become unwell onsite.”

Final Release tickets for BASSINTHEGRASS are on sale now for $140, plus booking fee.

To find out more about the wellbeing and accessibility measures, or to secure a ticket, visit bassinthegrass.com.au/