Actor Chloé Hayden accuses Docklands Stadium staff of 'ableism and discrimination' during Harry Styles concerts
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Actor Chloé Hayden accuses Docklands Stadium staff of 'ableism and discrimination' during Harry Styles concerts

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Heartbreak High actor Chloé Hayden has accused staff at Melbourne's Docklands Stadium of "ableism and discrimination" during the Harry Styles concerts at the weekend. Key points: Chloé Hayden alleges "countless incidents" of ableism and discrimination by staff towards neurodiverse and physically disabled fans The actress has arranged to meet with representatives from the stadium on Monday A stadium spokesperson apologised to fans for the "hurt and inconvenience" and said processes would be reviewed Posting to social media, Hayden told Instagram followers she had been made aware of "countless incidents" involving "both neurodivergent and physically disabled folk" at the stadium. "Marvel Stadium's vision of creating an accessible and inclusive environment for all its fans has reached new heights with the creation and development of Melbourne's first stadium sensory room," the website says. One follower, who described having a panic attack and "then a full blown meltdown", said she asked a staff member at the stadium where the sensory room was located.

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