Towns, businesses miss out unless they provide accessible tourism for people with disability
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Towns, businesses miss out unless they provide accessible tourism for people with disability

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Last summer, John Wilson went to the beach for the first time in 30 years. "Actually seeing what your space is like can really open your eyes to some of the barriers people might face coming into your business," she said. "People with disability need to have exactly the same experiences that people without disabilities have," Ms Williams said. Ashlee is on a mission to create change in the tourism industry Photo shows A family of three walk along a beach as the sun sets behind them Accessible tourism is fastest growing travel sector in the country, but critics say many Australian hotels are still falling short in offering comfortable accommodation for people with disabilities. A win-win scenario As businesses and public spaces become more accessible, more people who live with disability are gaining access to community events like Port Campbell's beach inclusion day.

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Disability advocates say it's still too hard to go on holiday, but businesses can profit from accessibility
1 year, 8 months ago

Disability advocates say it's still too hard to go on holiday, but businesses can profit from accessibility

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When Karen Harvey takes a holiday she has a longer-than-average list of things she needs to check before embarking on her trips — and it can be quite consuming. Key points: One in three West Australians has an accessibility requirement when travelling A tourism access and advocacy officer says it's more than just having ramps and lifts for people in …

Travel with a disability shouldn't be that hard, and there's billions on offer to businesses who prioritise accessibility
3 years, 9 months ago

Travel with a disability shouldn't be that hard, and there's billions on offer to businesses who prioritise accessibility

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When Kerry Williams took a trip to Tasmania with her mother, she was shocked to find her mum couldn't easily access the shower. Key points: Travellers with a disability spend $3.2 billion annually in Australia But research shows many more would travel if it was more accessible Travellers say providers should give clear information about accessibility Her mother Barbie has …

People in Canberra with a disability are 'trapped' in their housing, but new rules could change that
3 years, 11 months ago

People in Canberra with a disability are 'trapped' in their housing, but new rules could change that

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Canberrans with physical disabilities often need to build their own homes or end up in public housing, according to advocates, but proposed new national requirements may force builders to construct all new homes to accessible standards. Key points: Changes to the National Construction Code are being considered by state and federal ministers next week Advocates say the current voluntary guidelines …

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