News: Access
Recreation Aotearoa releases revised guidelines for New Zealand Mountain Bike Trail Design
Aimed at improving safety, consistency, sustainability and accessibility, Recreation Aotearoa has released updated New Zealand Mountain Bike Trail Design Guidelines, supported...
Aug 7, 2025
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ARIA and PPCA reject Productivity Commission’s proposal for new AI fair dealing exception in Copyright Act
The Productivity Commission (PC) - the Australian Government’s independent research and advisory body on a range of economic, social and environmental issues affecting the...
Aug 6, 2025
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Modular change room enhances access and comfort at Greater Shepparton’s Wanganui Oval
Greater Shepparton City Council has announced the completion of a new modular change room facility at Wanganui Oval in Shepparton, significantly improving accessibility and...
Aug 5, 2025
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Paralympics Australia names Kate Jones as Vice President
As it ramps up long-term planning for Brisbane 2032 and prepares for the upcoming Paralympic Games in Milan-Cortina 2026 and Los Angeles 2028, Paralympics Australia has...
Aug 3, 2025
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Heart Foundation announces recipients of 2025 Active Australia Innovation Challenge
The Heart Foundation, with support from the Australian Government, has announced eight recipients of this year's Active Australia Innovation Challenge (AAIC), with the winning...
Jul 31, 2025
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Cox Architecture-designed Sensory Bus to make major South Australian events more accessible
A Cox Architecture designed Sensory Bus is set to deliver an inclusive environment for autistic people and their families at some of South Australia’s biggest events, including...
Jul 31, 2025
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ASC led national research unit to explore barriers, benefits and enablers of sport participation
Led by the Australian Sports Commission (ASC), a new national research unit has been established to build the evidence base needed to improve sport participation in Australia....
Jul 30, 2025
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Legacy Impact Program announced to create inclusive paddling participation pathways across NSW
The NSW Government has announced it will be providing $250,000 towards a Legacy Impact Program to create lasting, inclusive participation pathways across NSW to support the next...
Jul 28, 2025
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Busselton Jetty’s Underwater Observatory set for temporary closures for accessibility upgrade
The Busselton Jetty Underwater Observatory is to close for up to six weeks to undergo an accessible lift upgrade, reopening in September. The new lift system, to be installed...
Jul 25, 2025
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PCYC spotlights Karly Moller-Buck’s journey from volunteer to disability advocate and role model
PCYC is spotlighting Karly Moller-Buck’s journey from PCYC volunteer at the Muswellbrook facility to disability advocate and role model. Living with cerebral palsy and reliant...
Jul 24, 2025
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Mobile connectivity upgrades for Kakadu National Park boosts emergency service access
New upgrades jointly funded by the Australian Government, Northern Territory Government and Telstra will see visitors to Kakadu National Park now having access to more reliable...
Jul 24, 2025
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NBL's Perth Wildcats unveil new 'Believe and Belong' Strategy
Aiming to deepen connections with their fanbase while fostering initiatives that aim to unify the diverse Western Australian community, the NBL’s Perth Wildcats have announced a...
Jul 17, 2025
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City of Casey champions inclusive sports via Sport4All Program
The City of Casey has spotlighted its push to make local sport more inclusive and is partnering with Get Skilled Access to employ an Inclusion Coach to implement the Sport4All...
Jul 16, 2025
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Stadium Taranaki immerses fans with hearing loss through assistive listening technology
New Plymouth's recently reopened Stadium Taranaki has enabled inclusion and accessibility for all patrons, ensuring that fans with hearing loss can enjoy the same immersive...
Jul 14, 2025
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Swimming NT launches SwimABILITY program and secures funding for dedicated all abilities coach
A $50,000 funding commitment for Swimming NT to employ a dedicated all abilities coach has been announced today by Northern Territory Minister for People, Sport and Culture,...
Jul 13, 2025
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Badminton Australia and Disability Sports Australia renew partnership to enhance accessibility
Disability Sports Australia (DSA) and Badminton Australia have announced the continuation of their partnership through DSA’s Sports Incubator Program, reinforcing their shared...
Jul 10, 2025
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Saltwater Eco Tours adds pioneering equipment to improve accessibility
Multi-award-winning Sunshine Coast cruise operator, Saltwater Eco Tours, has added new canoe tours to its products, including pioneering equipment to enable wheelchair users and...
Jul 9, 2025
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Fluidra Commercial introduces new Accessibility Consulting Service
Fluidra Commercial is expanding its services with the introduction of Accessibility Consultation, following team member Natsuki Murata’s recent achievement of a Certificate IV...
Jul 8, 2025
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Snow Australia holds inaugural Adaptive Festival at Perisher Resort
Snow Australia held its inaugural Adaptive Festival at Perisher Resort last week as it continues to create new opportunities for inclusive snow sports. With the support of...
Jun 29, 2025
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Coastal Risk Grants Program delivers funding for safer access to Victorian Beaches
The Victorian Government has announced the recipients of the $1.4 million Coastal Public Access and Risk Grants Program for 17 programs across Victoria. The 2024-25 program will...
Jun 25, 2025
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AFL and Telstra launch Touch and Track technology at Marvel Stadium
In a significant development for accessible sport, the AFL in conjunction with Telstra, will be introducing game-changing Telstra Touch and Track technology for blind and...
Jun 19, 2025
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Disability Sport & Recreation partners with etrainu to support inclusion
Disability Sport & Recreation (DSR), the peak organisation for disability sport and recreation in Victoria, has partnered with etrainu - a leader in community education...
Jun 17, 2025
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City of Greater Geelong adopts Ocean Grove Sporting Infrastructure Plan
The City of Greater Geelong has voted to adopt the final Ocean Grove Sporting Infrastructure Plan which was shaped by extensive consultation with local clubs and user groups,...
Jun 17, 2025
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Contract awarded for Tasmania’s Nut Walking Track accessibility improvements
Upgrades to one of North West Tasmania’s most renowned destinations is underway following the Tasmanian Government having awarded a contract to Phil Templeton Building Pty Ltd...
Jun 1, 2025
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