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Arrival at Metropolitan Caloundra Surf Lifesaving Club

Metropolitan Caloundra Surf Lifesaving Club is located on Spender Lane in Kings Beach. The two-storey building has a red brick and concrete exterior. The arrival area includes a lifeguard station and several brick and concrete structures. A nearby carpark provides direct access to a concrete pathway. This path leads to the designated beach wheelchair pick-up point, where a lifeguard is available to assist. Visitors are likely arriving, parking, or seeking support for a safe and enjoyable beach experience 

The Sandcruiser Beach Wheelchair, beach matting, and life jackets for adults and children are available at no charge. Equipment can be booked in advance or requested from lifesavers on arrival, depending on availability.

A narrow alleyway with a concrete surface. On the left, there's a beige brick wall with a boat on a trailer parked alongside it. Trees are visible behind the wall. On the right, a building with a garage door and a partially open gate. In the background, several modern apartment buildings and parked cars.
A sandy beach in the foreground with a wooden barrier topped with colourful plastic toys. Behind the barrier is a brick wall with various signs and advertisements, including logos for Henzell Property Group and Resinc Solar. Above the wall is a two-storey building with large windows. To the left, there are modern apartment buildings with balconies.
A person in a red and yellow lifeguard uniform stands on a paved path next to a blue beach wheelchair with large grey wheels. Behind them is a green metal shed with open doors. To the right, a staircase leads up to a building with a balcony. On the left, the path runs alongside a sandy beach with a yellow lifeguard boat visible in the distance.
A yellow life vest is attached to the left side of a compact wheelchair frame. On the right, blue seats and backrest with metal support, and small wheels underneath. In the foreground, a large grey wheel on the left and a smaller wheel near the center-right sit on a flat blue background. The background is a solid blue.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Waves crashing
  2. Seagulls calling
  3. Laughter
  4. Wind rustling
  5. Footsteps on sand
Smell

Smells

  1. Salty air
  2. Sunscreen
  3. Ocean breeze
  4. Fresh seaweed
  5. Concrete
Touch

Feel

  1. Warm sun
  2. Cool breeze
  3. Rough concrete
  4. Soft sand
  5. Excitement
Sight

Sight

  1. Brick building
  2. Beach path
  3. Lifeguard
  4. Ocean view
  5. Sunlight

How to book a beach wheelchair

The Sunshine Coast Regional Council provides a Beach Wheelchair for public use at Kings Beach during the volunteer lifesaving season, from late September to early May. The Sandcruiser Beach Wheelchair, beach matting, and life jackets for adults and children are available at no charge. The wheelchair is stored at the Kings Beach Lifeguard Tower. Equipment can be booked in advance or requested from lifesavers on arrival, depending on availability.

To book the wheelchair, visit the Metropolitan Caloundra Surf Life Saving Club's website. Click on "Community" and select "Beach Wheelchair Access." Scroll down and click on "Book Now", and find the wheelchair booking form.

The caregiver/user should complete the basic information required. After completing the form, approach the volunteer lifesavers on duty at Kings Beach for assistance with accessing the wheelchair.

A person is holding a smartphone in their hands, with the screen displaying information about an "Accessible beach program." The person's left hand is supporting the phone, while the right hand is pointing at the screen. In the background, part of a light-coloured vehicle is visible, parked on a concrete surface. Shadows of leaves are cast on the ground, suggesting nearby trees.
A person is holding a smartphone in their left hand, with their right hand pointing at the screen. The phone displays a webpage titled "Beach Wheelchair Booking." The person is wearing a green shirt. In the background, there is a light-coloured car parked on a paved surface, with shadows of tree branches visible on the ground.
A person holding a smartphone in their left hand, with their right hand pointing at the screen. The phone displays a website with options like "Become a Sponsor" and "Volunteer". The background shows a pavement and part of a parked silver car. Shadows of leaves are visible on the ground.
A person is holding a smartphone displaying a webpage for the Metropolitan Caloundra Surf Life Saving Club. The phone is held in one hand, while the other hand points at the screen. The background shows a concrete pavement with shadows from nearby trees. Part of a parked car is visible on the right side of the image. The person is wearing a green shirt, and their feet, in sandals, are partially visible at the bottom.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Vehicle engines
  2. Footsteps on concrete
  3. Birds chirping
  4. Waves in distance
  5. Phone notifications
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh sea air
  2. Vehicle exhaust
  3. Sunscreen scent
  4. Warm asphalt
  5. Nearby vegetation
Touch

Feel

  1. Warm sun
  2. Breeze from ocean
  3. Solid concrete
  4. Excitement & anticipation
  5. External weather conditions
Sight

Sight

  1. Posters on walls
  2. Parked vehicles
  3. Concrete path
  4. People arriving
  5. Beach view

How to use the beach wheelchair

The Sandcruiser Beach Wheelchair is available for use only at Kings Beach when Kings Beach volunteers are on patrol. It should not be used during severe weather, rough currents, or unsafe conditions. All components must be inspected before use and used as intended. 

The user must be secured with a seatbelt, wear a lifejacket, and remain accompanied by a carer at all times. The carer should assess the wheelchair's manoeuvrability and consult lifesavers for water safety guidance. A beach mat is provided to aid wheelchair navigation across sand and towards the water.

A sandy beach with a blue mat pathway leading towards the sea. On the right, a beach wheelchair with large grey wheels and a yellow seat is parked. In the background, people are under white and striped canopies near the water. A lifeguard vehicle with a surfboard on top is parked further back. Orange cones are scattered around the area. The ocean is visible in the distance with small waves.
A sandy beach with a blue mat pathway leading towards the ocean. On the left, a blue and yellow tent is set up near several beachgoers under umbrellas. On the right, a lifeguard vehicle with a surfboard on top is parked on the sand. Orange cones are placed along the pathway. The ocean is in the background with people swimming and enjoying the water.
A person with long blonde hair, wearing a red and yellow outfit, is pushing a beach wheelchair with large wheels. The person in the wheelchair is wearing a yellow life jacket and is on a blue mat that leads towards the sea. The beach is busy with people, tents, and umbrellas. Orange cones are placed along the path. The ocean is visible in the background, with people swimming and enjoying the water.
A lifeguard in a red and yellow uniform stands on the left, pushing a man in a beach wheelchair with large wheels. The man is wearing a yellow life jacket and sitting comfortably. They are on a sandy beach with a blue mat leading towards the sea. In the background, there is a blue tent and several people enjoying the beach. A brick wall with advertisements is on the left side. The ocean is visible on the right, with waves and people swimming.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Waves crashing
  2. Children laughing
  3. Seagulls calling
  4. Wind rustling
  5. People chatting
Smell

Smells

  1. Salty sea air
  2. Sunscreen
  3. Fresh ocean
  4. Warm sand
  5. Seaweed
Touch

Feel

  1. Wheelchair seatbelt support
  2. Gentle waves
  3. Buoyancy/balance
  4. Firm handrails
  5. Slight vibration/motion
Sight

Sight

  1. People swimming
  2. Beach umbrellas
  3. Lifeguard vehicle
  4. Beach mat
  5. Beach wheelchair

What to do before returning the beach wheelchair

After using the beach wheelchair, carer/user should wash the wheelchair to remove sand and salt water. This can be done using a water hose located past the storeroom on the right. This ensures that the wheelchair is clean and ready for the next user.

A person with long blonde hair, wearing a red and yellow outfit, is pushing a beach wheelchair on a concrete path. To the right, there's a brick building with a garage door open, revealing a yellow vehicle inside. A sign on the building reads "Henzell Property Group." On the left, there are boats on trailers and a tree. In the background, there are several multi-storey buildings and a blue sky. Another person in similar attire walks ahead.
A lifeguard in a red and yellow uniform is pushing a blue beach wheelchair with large wheels on the right. Another lifeguard is walking away in the background on the left. The scene is set near a building with signs and advertisements, and there are several parked cars and boats on trailers. The ground is sandy, and a wooden fence lines the path on the right.
A woman in a red and yellow lifeguard uniform stands on the left, holding a life jacket. A man in a green shirt and grey shorts is on the right, holding a blue beach wheelchair with large wheels. In the background, there are boats on trailers, a brick wall, and a building with balconies. The ground is sandy with patches of green.
A blue beach wheelchair with large grey wheels is on a sandy surface. On the left, a person in a red and yellow lifeguard uniform holds the chair. On the right, a person in a green shirt and grey shorts stands, holding a hose. The background shows a trailer and some equipment. The ground is a mix of sand and patches of darker material.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Waves crashing
  2. Seagulls calling
  3. People chatting
  4. Wind rustling
  5. Footsteps on sand
Smell

Smells

  1. Salty air
  2. Sunscreen
  3. Ocean breeze
  4. Fresh seaweed
  5. Warm sand
Touch

Feel

  1. Slight vibration/motion
  2. Wheelchair seatbelt support
  3. Water on skin
  4. Firm wheelchair grip
  5. Rough concrete
Sight

Sight

  1. Beach patrollers
  2. Water hose
  3. Boats nearby
  4. Lifesavers
  5. Beach umbrellas

How to return the beach wheelchair

After wheelchair use, the wheelchair must be returned to the designated location where it was originally collected. Upon returning the wheelchair, the carer or user must notify the beach patrol on duty. This step is essential for tracking the equipment and ensuring it is ready for the next user. 

A pathway with a brick wall on the left displaying various signs. A person in a red outfit walks ahead. In the centre, a yellow beach wheelchair with large grey wheels is visible. On the right, a wooden fence separates the path from a sandy beach with people, umbrellas, and the ocean in the background.
A person in a red lifeguard uniform stands on a concrete path next to a yellow and blue beach wheelchair. To the right, there's a green metal shed with open doors and a staircase leading up to a building. On the left, a wooden fence separates the path from the sandy beach, where a yellow lifeguard vehicle and beachgoers are visible.
A yellow life vest is attached to the left side of a compact wheelchair frame. On the right, blue seats and backrest with metal support, and small wheels underneath. In the foreground, a large grey wheel on the left and a smaller wheel near the center-right sit on a flat blue background. The background is a solid blue.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Waves crashing
  2. Seagulls calling
  3. Footsteps on path
  4. Wind rustling
  5. Distant chatter
Smell

Smells

  1. Salty sea air
  2. Sunscreen
  3. Fresh ocean breeze
  4. Vehicle exhaust
  5. Seaweed
Touch

Feel

  1. Tired/fatigue
  2. Cool breeze
  3. Salt & sand sensation
  4. Refreshed
  5. Cool to warm shifts on skin
Sight

Sight

  1. Beach wheelchair
  2. People arriving/leaving
  3. Brick building
  4. Wooden fence
  5. Lifeguard
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