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Grand Central Floral Parade

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  • Physical - Wheelchair
A vibrant parade scene with participants in colourful costumes pushing a decorated cart. The cart features a large bee and floral arrangements, with a banner reading "Grand Central Floral Parade". Spectators line both sides of the street behind metal barriers, capturing the event on their phones. In the background, a clock tower and various buildings are visible. The street is filled with other parade participants, including a group of bagpipers.
A map of the Grand Central Floral Parade route in Toowoomba. The route starts at the bottom on Herries Street, moves north along Hume Street, then west on Margaret Street, and north on Ruthven Street. It turns east on Chalk Drive, ending at Queens Park. Parking areas are marked with 'P', and mobility viewing zones are indicated. Descriptive commentary is available near the finish. The right side features orange flowers and the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers logo.
A vibrant parade scene with participants in colourful costumes pushing a decorated cart. The cart features a large bee and floral arrangements, with a banner reading "Grand Central Floral Parade". Spectators line both sides of the street behind metal barriers, capturing the event on their phones. In the background, a clock tower and various buildings are visible. The street is filled with other parade participants, including a group of bagpipers.
A bustling street parade with a large crowd gathered on both sides of the road. In the centre, a white vehicle with a decorative arch on its back is moving along the street. The crowd is contained by metal barriers, and many people are taking photos. Buildings with various shopfronts and advertisements line the background. A group of performers in costumes is visible on the right, and a few police officers are present for crowd control.
On the left, a person rides a yellow tricycle adorned with flowers and a large cupcake decoration. On the right, another person on a similar tricycle with a different cupcake decoration. Both are on a road lined with colourful bunting. In the background, a crowd stands behind metal barriers, some holding umbrellas. Behind them is a stone building with arched windows, partially obscured by large trees. The scene is lively and festive.
A vibrant street parade with performers in blue costumes manipulating a large, colourful dragon puppet. The dragon is yellow with red and blue accents. On the left, spectators sit and stand behind metal barriers, some wearing hats. On the right, a white tent is set up in front of a historic brick building with a clock tower. Trees line the street, and the sky is clear and blue. Bunting is strung across the street above the parade.
A vibrant parade float adorned with large, colourful butterfly wings and bright floral decorations moves down a street. The float is surrounded by a crowd of spectators, who are standing behind metal barriers on both sides of the road. Many people are wearing hats and sunglasses, suggesting a sunny day. Trees with lush green foliage line the street, providing shade. A speed limit sign is visible on the left side.
Three helicopters are flying in formation against a bright blue sky. One helicopter is positioned in the centre, with the other two on the left and right. White clouds are scattered across the sky, with larger clouds on the right side. The helicopters are silhouetted, making their rotors and tails clearly visible.
A vast, open grassy field stretches across the image, with a few small trees scattered in the foreground. The grass is neatly mowed, creating a smooth, green expanse. In the background, a line of larger trees borders the field, with some buildings visible beyond them. The sky is bright with scattered clouds, casting soft shadows on the ground. The scene is tranquil and spacious, with a clear view of the horizon.
A colourful parade float adorned with vibrant yellow and orange flowers and a large floral arrangement on top, labelled "Grand Central," moves along a street. On the right, a crowd of spectators stands behind metal barriers, some taking photos. Behind them is a white tent and a historic building with ornate architecture. The sky is clear and blue, and the street is lined with trees.
A vibrant parade float adorned with large, colourful cow sculptures and lush greenery moves along a street. The float is decorated with an abundance of flowers in various colours, and the words "GRAND CENTRAL" are visible. On the right, a crowd of spectators sits on the pavement in front of a grand, historic building with arches and balconies. The street is lined with festive bunting overhead.
A wide street intersection with traffic lights on each corner. On the left, there's a historic building with a clock tower and flags. Trees line the pavement. In the centre, a modern, multi-storey building with signage and parked cars. On the right, more trees and vehicles are visible. The road surface is marked with white lines and a manhole cover. The sun is bright, casting shadows across the scene.
A street intersection with a historic brick building on the left, featuring a clock tower and arched entrance. On the right, a modern glass-fronted building with signage for "Ray White" and "James Cook." Traffic lights are visible at the intersection, and a few cars are on the road. Trees line the street in the background. The road surface is asphalt with visible lane markings.
A parade scene with a child in the foreground wearing a floral hat and holding a pot of flowers, reaching out to high-five spectators behind a metal barrier on the right. The crowd includes adults and children, some wearing hats. In the background, a colourful float decorated with flowers and a sign reading "Garden Range" is visible. The street is lined with trees, and the atmosphere is lively and festive.
A parade scene with two large black horses with white markings pulling a carriage adorned with colourful flowers. A person in formal attire walks beside the horses, while another person in a top hat drives the carriage. On the right, a woman in a dark suit and hat walks alongside. In the background, a crowd of spectators stands behind barriers, and trees line the street. The road is wide and clear, with more parade participants visible in the distance.
A person dressed in traditional Scottish attire, including a tartan kilt and a feathered hat, stands in the foreground holding a purple cushion with tassels. They appear to be speaking or singing. In the background, a large crowd of people, some seated and others standing, watch the event. Many are wearing hats and casual clothing, and some hold umbrellas for shade. The scene takes place on a street with trees and buildings visible in the background.
A lively street parade with a marching band in the foreground, featuring musicians in dark uniforms and hats. Behind them, a large float with a giant yellow bee wearing sunglasses is surrounded by people in colourful attire. The background shows a building with "GRAND CENTRAL" signage and a street sign for "RUTHVEN ST". Trees with green foliage are visible on the right, and a crowd lines the street, some holding umbrellas for shade.
A bustling street parade with a large crowd gathered on both sides of the road, separated by metal barriers. In the centre, a white vehicle with a decorative arch on its roof moves along the street. People are dressed in casual attire, some wearing hats. Buildings with various shopfronts and advertisements line the background, including a prominent ice cream billboard. The road is marked with dashed lines, and there are traffic lights and street signs visible.
A street intersection with traffic lights on either side. On the left, there's a large billboard and a few trees. In the centre, a row of buildings with glass windows and decorative facades. A white van and a few cars are visible on the road. On the right, a building with tall columns. The road surface is dark, and the sky is clear.
A street intersection with traffic lights and pedestrian crossings. On the right, a large brick building with "Shine Lawyers" signage. To the left, a church with a pointed tower and several modern buildings. Cars are parked along the street, and trees are visible in the background. The road surface is marked with white dashed lines, and the sky is clear.
A parade scene with a yellow construction vehicle adorned with colourful flowers and yellow balloons. A person inside waves through the cab window. On the left, spectators stand behind a barrier, watching the parade. In the background, a person in a large star costume with a smiley face is visible, along with others holding a banner. Tall green trees line the street, providing a lush backdrop.
An old Ford vehicle is adorned with vibrant flowers, including large yellow sunflowers, covering the front and sides. A person is seated inside, partially visible. On the right, a woman stands on a colourful float attached to the vehicle, waving. The float is decorated with multicoloured flowers and ribbons. In the background, a man with a cane walks on the road, and trees and spectators line the street.
A parade of bagpipers in kilts and colourful party hats marches down a street. They are playing bagpipes and some are carrying drums. The group is dressed in green shirts and tartan kilts. Onlookers stand behind barriers on the left side of the street, watching the procession. Trees with lush green foliage line the background, providing shade and a vibrant backdrop to the scene.
A city street scene with a building on the left labelled "Toowoomba Centre, 532 Ruthven Street". The entrance is covered by a glass canopy adorned with string lights. Trees and planters line the street, with a few parked cars visible. On the right, a long pavement stretches under a series of covered walkways. The ground is paved with light-coloured tiles, and the area appears clean and well-maintained.
A paved walkway leads to a building with a glass canopy adorned with lights. The building has signage for "Toowoomba Central Plaza" and "Hotel Apartments." Trees and shrubs line the path, with a "Beware Pedestrians Give Way to Vehicles" sign visible. On the left, there's a gaming establishment, while the right features a multi-storey building with yellow accents. The foreground has a mix of stone and tile paving.
A city street scene with a paved pedestrian area in the foreground. On the left, there are shops with signs and a zebra crossing leading to a tree-lined street. In the centre, a large tree and some greenery are visible. On the right, a modern building with a glass canopy and string lights is present. The background features more buildings, including a tall structure with balconies. The area appears clean and well-maintained.
A paved walkway with light grey tiles on the right and reddish-brown bricks on the left. On the left, there are large trees and a bench with a shopping trolley nearby. In the centre, there are neatly trimmed bushes and a small garden area. On the right, a modern building with a yellow and blue facade is visible, along with a zebra crossing and street lamps. The area is surrounded by more trees and urban structures.
A paved walkway leads to a pergola adorned with string lights in the centre. Behind it, a park area with trees and shrubs is visible. On the left, a parked car is near a building with a mural. On the right, a building with a yellow and grey facade is adjacent to a garden with yellow and green plants. The foreground features a patterned brick pavement, and the background is filled with trees.
A street scene with a wide pavement on the left, featuring a red sign for "Toowoomba Central Plaza Apartment Hotel." The pavement is tiled in light and dark grey. Across the street, there are trees and a small park area with a covered walkway adorned with string lights. A few cars are parked along the street, and a building with a beige facade is visible in the background. The area is lined with greenery and benches.
A street scene with a paved walkway on the right, bordered by a building with a glass awning. Trees line the street, providing shade. On the left, a small park area with a pergola adorned with string lights. In the background, a road with a few vehicles and a building with a yellow and grey facade. The pavement is a mix of light and dark tiles, and there are planters with greenery along the walkway.
A vibrant parade scene with participants in colourful costumes riding bicycles. On the left, a person in a pink outfit with a large headpiece rides a bike. In the centre, a person in a multicoloured outfit pushes a cart adorned with flowers. On the right, another person in a blue costume rides a bike. Behind them, a large purple banner reads "Grand Central Floral Parade" with decorative elements. The background is filled with trees and spectators lining the street.
A street intersection with a wide road in the foreground. On the left, cars are parked along the kerb, and a row of large, leafy trees lines the street. On the right, more trees and parked cars are visible. In the background, a grassy area is partially visible through the trees. The road surface is smooth, with shadows from the trees cast across it. A streetlight and traffic sign are present near the centre.
A pathway leads through a park with large, leafy trees on both sides. The ground is covered with fallen leaves and patches of grass. To the left, a row of parked cars is partially visible. On the right, a paved footpath runs parallel to the main path, bordered by wooden edging. In the background, an open grassy field stretches out, surrounded by more trees. A tall lamppost stands on the right side near the path.
A park scene with a concrete path in the foreground, flanked by two metal posts. The path leads to a grassy field in the middle, surrounded by trees. On the left and right, large trees with dense foliage provide shade. The ground beneath the trees is covered with mulch. In the background, more trees line the horizon, creating a lush, green landscape.
A wide, open grassy field stretches across the centre of the image, bordered by a variety of trees in the background. On the left and right, large trees with dense foliage frame the scene, casting shadows on the grass. The foreground features a dark, earthy path leading into the field. The overall setting is a spacious, green parkland.
Two wooden benches are positioned on concrete slabs in the foreground, facing a large, open grassy field. The field is surrounded by a variety of trees in the background, with some casting shadows on the grass. A tree branch extends from the top left corner, providing partial shade. The grass is well-maintained, and the scene is peaceful and open.
A large, open grassy field stretches across the image, bordered by trees in the background. In the foreground, a small tree stands on the left and another in the centre, both surrounded by patches of bare earth. The grass is lush and well-maintained, with a few areas of brown. The trees in the background form a dense line, with some buildings visible beyond them. Shadows from the trees on the right extend across the grass, creating a pattern on the ground.
A paved walkway with a white post in the foreground. On the left, a row of trees provides shade over benches. In the centre, three flagpoles stand in front of a brick wall covered in ivy. A modern sculpture with a water feature is nearby. On the right, a building with a sign for an art gallery is visible, along with a public phone booth. The pavement is light-coloured with darker borders, and there are trees lining the street.
A paved walkway with sunlight casting long shadows. On the left, there's a grassy area with trees lining the path. On the right, a building with a ramp leading to a lower level, marked with signs for toilets and accessibility. The building has large windows and a small garden area with shrubs. In the background, more trees and a distant view of a street with parked cars. The ceiling of the building overhangs the walkway.
A small, modern building with a flat roof is centred in a grassy park. The structure has a green wall on the left side and several doors and windows on the front. A large tree stands to the right, while smaller trees are scattered in the background. The grass is well-maintained, and the building is surrounded by open space.
A park scene with a concrete path winding through a grassy area. On the left, a large tree provides shade. In the centre, a low, rectangular building with a flat roof is partially covered with greenery. A bin is positioned near the path. On the right, several trees line the grassy expanse, casting shadows on the ground. The sky is clear with a few clouds.
A public toilet facility with a corrugated metal roof. The left side features a dark brick wall with a sign indicating directions for event toilets and public toilets. A wooden bench is attached to the wall. On the right, there are wooden panels and metal doors, with another bench in front. The floor is a textured concrete surface. In the background, there is a grassy area with trees and a pathway, and plants line the right side of the building.
A public restroom facility with grey brick walls and a corrugated metal roof. On the left, there is a stainless steel sink and a wooden bench attached to the wall. The floor is a textured reddish-brown concrete. On the right, there are two doors, likely leading to restrooms, with a soap dispenser mounted on the wall. In the background, there is a grassy area with trees and a bin. The ceiling is lined with metal panels.
A public restroom with a grey brick exterior wall and an open door leading to the interior. Inside, there is a stainless steel sink and a waste bin. The floor is brown and textured. Outside, a large tree and grassy area are visible. A soap dispenser is mounted on the exterior wall. The ceiling is corrugated metal.
A public restroom with a stainless steel sink on the left, mounted on a light-coloured brick wall. In the centre, a stainless steel toilet is positioned against the wall, with a blue waste bin nearby. The toilet has grab bars on both sides, and a large toilet paper dispenser is mounted on the right wall. The floor is made of speckled brown tiles, and a fluorescent light fixture is on the ceiling.
A covered outdoor area with a view of a large grassy field. In the foreground, there are two benches and a sink on the left. The ceiling has a slatted design, allowing light to filter through. In the background, the field is bordered by trees, and there are a few structures visible to the left. The ground is paved with a concrete path running parallel to the field.

GENERAL ACCESS

• Mobility Viewing Zone of the floral parade is available in Ruthven Street
• Provide details of the event location and providing a map including accessibility information of the local area.

COMMUNICATION

• Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
• Use communication boards to support communication within Cérge Companion Website
• A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility within Godsall Street Ovals and Queens Park

VISION

• Provide information in large print
• Provide information in audio format (includes an audio described map of your venue, audio descs of performances and/ or displays)
• Use easy read fonts in our signage and communication materials (Helvetica and Arial)
• Have an appropriate area for toileting an assistance dog
• Have tactile tiles prior to steps, ramps, roads and other hazards.

PHYSICAL - WHEELCHAIR

• Have step free outdoor pathways
• Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
• Have wheelchair accessible transport options available in the general vicinity
• Have a wheelchair accessible toilet