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Access Guide

  • General Access
  • Communication
  • Vision
  • Hearing
  • Physical - Mobility
  • Physical - Wheelchair
  • Allergies and Intolerances
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  • A timber ramp with handrails leads to a low-set building surrounded by trees and gardens on the left. Two wooden benches sit on the concrete driveway. To the right, a paved driveway extends to a parking area with a few golf buggies and vehicles. The backdrop displays a dense forest of trees, with visible signages.
  • A spacious concrete driveway and parking area with rows of golf buggies neatly parked. Each parking slot has a signage displaying numbers corresponding to each position in front of the buggies. To the right, trees border the area alongside additional signages. More buggies are parked to the left, with a parking area for vehicles visible behind them. The background features dense trees and greenery.
  • A concrete driveway splits, with one path leading down a slope and the other going straight to a parking area where several vehicles are parked. Signages are positioned along the road. The rooftop of a building is partially visible. On the left, a section of a building with a green corrugated front can be seen. The area is surrounded by trees and shrubs.
  • A low-set building with a corrugated front and closed window, its door open to reveal retail products on display. In the middle, a display rack holds plants for sale, accompanied by a sign. To the left, two golf buggies are parked under the shade of trees. The ground is covered with gravel, transitioning to concrete on the right. Signages are visible in the background.
  • A low-set building with a corrugated front and a closed window. Queue bollards are arranged in front of it. The building's door is open, revealing retail products on display inside. A sign reading "Buggy Hire" is affixed to the wall. A non-slip mat is placed before the doorstep. To the left, there is a display rack holding plants for sale. The ground is covered with gravel, transitioning to concrete on the right.
  • Retail items including local arts, crafts, and gourmet sauces are arranged on display racks against the walls and in the middle of a room with dark timber flooring and white brick walls. The ceiling is white, featuring a ceiling fan and recessed lighting. To the right, a door opens inward, equipped with a non-slip mat. Outside, golf buggies and dense greenery are visible.
  • Retail items including local arts, crafts, and gourmet sauces are displayed on racks against the walls and in the centre of a room with dark timber flooring and white brick walls. A reception table is near the entrance, backed by a glass window offering a view outside. A chair sits near the right wall. The white ceiling features a ceiling fan and recessed lighting. To the right, an inward-opening door is equipped with a non-slip mat. Outside, golf buggies and dense greenery are visible.
  • A graveled pathway leads to a low-set building with a double-pitched roof. On the left, wooden structures holding plants are accompanied by two angel figurines and an ice cream banner. A sign reading "Feathered Friends" is mounted on the house roof. To the right, there is a wooden bench adjacent to a garden. In the background, another low-set building and a wooden arch are visible.
  • A graveled pathway leads to a parking area with parked golf buggies. To the right stands a low-set building with a double-pitched roof. On the left, wooden structures holding plants are complemented by two angel figurines and an ice cream banner. A sign labelled "Feathered Friends" is mounted on the house roof. Dense trees and lush greenery fill the backdrop.
  • To the left, a low-set building features a large glass window and wooden stairs with handrails. In front, gardens, vines, and figurines are arranged, alongside a rubbish bin and signages. To the right, greenery borders a pathway leading to a fenced area. Tall trees fill the backdrop, enhancing the scene.
  • An outward-opening glass door reveals a section of a room displaying retail items such as hats, caps, and artworks. To the left, a large wooden wheel decoration holds a painting. On the right, a segregation rubbish bin and signages are present. The building's outer wall features a cobblestone design with cream paint. The flooring transitions from concrete outside to timber inside.
  • On the left, there is a wooden counter with a glass display case containing food items. Above the counter, hanging plants and pendant lights are visible. Behind the counter, there are shelves with various items and a menu board. On the right, there is a red refrigerator stocked with drinks and a white refrigerator with more items. In the middle, a doorway leads outside to a garden area with trees and plants. The floor is wooden, and the ceiling is white with recessed lighting.
  • In the middle, there are shelves with various items, including books and toys, and a glass display case with a colourful parrot model. On the left, there is an open doorway leading to a garden area with plants and a seating area. On the right, there are more shelves with clothing and accessories, and a counter with additional items. The floor is dark wood, and the ceiling is white with recessed lighting and a ceiling fan.
  • On the left, there is a white refrigerator and a wall with various hanging items, including clothes and accessories. In the middle, there are shelves filled with souvenirs, books, and toys, leading to a back area with more items. On the right, there is a wooden counter with a glass display case containing food, hanging plants, and pendant lights above. The floor is dark wood, and the ceiling is white with recessed lighting and a ceiling fan.
  • On the left, there is an open wooden door leading to an interior with shelves displaying various items. In the middle, there is a wooden counter with a sign listing reception, tickets, café, and gift shop, and a window with a view of the interior. On the right, there is a large wooden barrel and another open doorway. The background features stone walls with green vines. The floor is concrete, and the ceiling is white with a slight overhang.
  • On the left, there are wooden benches and lush green plants, including a large tree casting shadows on the ground. In the middle, there is a building with a stone facade, a wooden counter, and a sign listing reception, tickets, café, and gift shop. The background features more trees and plants. On the right, there are additional benches, a wooden barrel, and a handrail leading to the building. The floor is concrete, and the ceiling of the building is light grey with an overhang.
  • On the left, there are several golf carts parked under the shade of tall trees. In the middle, there is a concrete pathway leading to a building with a wooden facade. The building has a sign listing reception, tickets, café, and gift shop. On the right, there is a golf cart parked near the entrance of the building. The floor is concrete, and the building has a grey roof with a slight overhang. The background features dense greenery and more trees.
  • On the left, there are several golf carts parked under a shaded area. In the middle, there is a building with a grey roof featuring solar panels, a wooden facade, and a sign listing reception, tickets, café, and gift shop. A golf cart with a ramp is parked in front of the building. On the right, there is a covered walkway with a wooden post and more greenery. The floor is concrete, the background includes trees and plants.
  • On the left, there is a sign that reads "Plants for Sale" next to a shaded area with plants. In the middle, there is a building with a grey roof featuring solar panels, a wooden facade, and siganges. A golf cart with a ramp is parked in front of the building. On the right, there is a covered walkway with a wooden post and bollards. The floor is concrete, and the ceiling of the shaded area and walkway is wooden. The background includes trees and plants.
  • On the left, there is a green door with a sign and a small window. In the middle, there is a green corrugated metal counter with a sign listing prices and information, and a hanging light above. The background features large windows displaying plants and a sign reading "Parrot-dise." On the right, there is a green gate with a sign and a bench with a potted plant beside it.The floor is gravel, and the ceiling is corrugated metal with transparent sections. allowing light through.
  • On the left, there is a dirt path leading into a dense forest with various trees and a signboard displaying information. In the middle, there is a concrete path with metal railings on both sides, ascending a hill surrounded by tall trees and greenery. On the right, there is more dense foliage and a large rock near the edge of the path. The floor consists of dirt and concrete, and the ceiling is formed by the canopy of trees overhead.
  • On the left, there is a metal railing along a gravel path that curves into a wooded area. In the middle, the gravel path continues into a dense forest with various trees and underbrush. On the right, there is another metal railing and a sign with an arrow pointing right, labelled "Rainforest Walk" and "Exit." The floor is covered in gravel, and the background is filled with tall trees and thick foliage.
  • On the left, there is a gravel path with a metal railing leading into a forested area with tall trees and dense foliage. In the middle, there is a large tree with exposed roots and a signboard in front of it, surrounded by various plants. On the right, there is another gravel path with a signboard and more dense vegetation. The floor is covered in gravel, and the ceiling is formed by the canopy of trees overhead.
  • On the left, there is a gravel path with a metal railing leading into a forested area with tall trees and dense foliage. In the middle, there is a large tree with exposed roots and ferns growing around its base, surrounded by various plants. On the right, there is another gravel path with a signboard and more dense vegetation. The floor is covered in gravel, and the ceiling is formed by the canopy of trees overhead.
  • On the left, there is a white sink with a soap dispenser and a paper towel dispenser mounted on the wall above it. In the middle, there is a white toilet with a blue seat cover, a grab bar on the wall behind it, and a toilet paper dispenser to the side. On the right, there is a white waste bin and another grab bar on the wall. The floor is covered with grey tiles, and the ceiling is smooth and white with a recessed light.
  • On the left, there is a baby changing station mounted on the wall and a white waste bin next to it. In the middle, there is a white toilet with a blue seat cover, a grab bar on the wall behind it, and a toilet paper dispenser to the side. On the right, there is a white sink with a soap dispenser and a paper towel dispenser mounted on the wall above it. The floor is covered with brown tiles, and the ceiling is smooth and white with a recessed light. There is a high window on the back wall.
  • On the left, there is a large plant with broad leaves next to a wooden railing. In the middle, there are two dark grey metal structures with corrugated walls and open doorways, leading to interior spaces with light-coloured walls and tiled floors. On the right, there is another section of the dark grey metal structure with a small window. The floor is made of wooden planks, and the ceiling is a corrugated metal roof supported by wooden beams.
  • On the left, there is a chain-link fence with a sign that reads "Ducks & Friends" and features images of ducks. In the middle, there is a gate with a "PUSH" sign and a gravel path leading through it. On the right, there is more chain-link fencing and dense foliage, including tall trees and large leafy plants. The background includes additional trees and greenery. The floor is covered with gravel.
  • On the left, there are dense trees and bushes with a gravel path curving around them. In the middle, the gravel path splits into two, with one path continuing straight and the other curving to the right. On the right, there are more trees and large leafy plants lining the gravel path. The background includes additional trees and greenery. The floor is covered with gravel.
  • On the left, there are tall trees with dense foliage and a variety of green plants at the base. In the middle, there is a pond with clear water, surrounded by reeds and grasses. On the right, there are more trees with dense foliage and additional green plants at the base. The background includes more trees and a glimpse of a pathway on the far side of the pond. The floor is covered with green plants and the ceiling is formed by the tree canopy.
  • On the left, there are tall trees with dense foliage and a gravel path running alongside them. In the middle, there is a large pond surrounded by reeds and grasses, with a few water lilies floating on the surface. On the right, there is a green gazebo with a green corrugated roof, surrounded by bushes and small plants. The background includes more trees and greenery. The floor is covered with gravel and grass
  • On the left, there is a pond with water lilies and a green-roofed gazebo near the water's edge. In the middle, there is a gravel path bordered by rocks and plants, leading towards the pond. On the right, there is an elevated green gazebo with a white railing, surrounded by trees and bushes. The background includes more trees and greenery. The floor is covered with gravel and grass.
  • On the left, there are tall banana trees with large leaves and some dried foliage. In the middle, there is a gravel path that slopes upward, bordered by rocks and small plants. On the right, there are more banana trees and dense green foliage. The background includes a chain-link fence and additional trees and a building with a green corrugated facade. The floor is covered with gravel and rocks.
  • On the left, there is a black chain-link fence with a gate that has a "PULL" sign. Behind the gate, there is a paved path leading into a wooded area with tall trees and dense foliage. In the middle, the gate is open, revealing more of the paved path and trees. On the right, there are banana trees with large green leaves and some dried leaves hanging down. A green corrugated wall is also visible. The floor is covered with gravel and some fallen leaves.
  • On the left, there is a black chain-link fence with banana trees and a green-roofed structure partially visible behind the fence. In the middle, there is a wide dirt path that extends into the distance, flanked by trees and bushes. On the right, there are tall ferns and a small pond with reflections of the surrounding greenery. The background includes more trees and dense foliage.
  • On the left, there is a chain-link fence with a gate and a paved path leading to an enclosed area with a red umbrella and a white structure. In the middle, there is a large sign that reads "Farm Friends" with images of various animals, mounted on a building with a corrugated metal exterior. On the right, there are trees and bushes with a small paved area in front.
  • On the left, there are several horse stalls with white crossbuck doors and a wooden fence in front. In the middle, two small horses stand on a dirt and grass-covered ground, facing each other. On the right, there are more trees with dense foliage and a small structure partially visible behind the trees. The background includes additional trees and greenery. The floor is a mix of dirt and grass, and the ceiling is formed by the tree canopy.
  • On the left, there is a small shed with a corrugated metal roof and walls, partially shaded by trees. In the middle, there are three horse stalls with white crossbuck doors and a wooden fence in front. On the right, there are tall trees with thick trunks and leafy branches, some of which extend over the stalls. The background includes more trees and greenery.
  • On the left, there are wooden animal enclosures with mesh doors, containing hay and feeding bowls. In the middle, there are more similar enclosures, each with pitched roofs and mesh doors, housing small animals. On the right, there is a large wooden gate leading outside, with trees and greenery visible beyond. The floor is concrete, and the ceiling is made of corrugated metal with exposed beams.
  • On the left, there is a large tree with a thick trunk and sprawling branches, casting shadows on the ground. In the middle, a brown horse and a smaller dark animal stand on a dirt and gravel surface. On the right, there are several wooden benches and tables, with white crossbuck fencing behind them. The background includes more trees with dense foliage. The floor is a mix of dirt and gravel, and there is no visible ceiling.
  • On the left, there is a large tree with a thick trunk and a wooden fence running alongside it. In the middle, there is a brown horse standing on a dirt and gravel surface, with more wooden fencing and trees in the background. On the right, there is a tall tree with a white trunk and additional wooden fencing.
  • On the left, there is a metal wall with vertical ridges and a grey pipe running alongside it. In the middle, there is a wooden gate with horizontal slats, featuring two signs: one with entry conditions and another indicating a direction. Beyond the gate, there are trees with dense foliage. On the right, there is a purple structure and another metal wall. The floor is concrete, and there is no visible ceiling.
  • On the left, there are several wooden benches placed against a green corrugated metal wall with large mesh windows above, allowing views of plants and a hillside. On the right, more benches are positioned similarly, with potted plants nearby. In the middle, the ground is covered with gravel. The background includes a mesh enclosure with plants and a hillside. The ceiling consists of a corrugated metal roof supported by metal beams.
  • On the left, there are tall plants and a stone wall with greenery at the base. On the right, there are more tall plants and a gravel area. In the middle, there is a large mesh enclosure with a corrugated metal roof and green metal beams. The background includes the interior of the enclosure with metal walls and a concrete floor. The ceiling is made of corrugated metal supported by metal beams.
  • On the left, there are tall ferns, a small corrugated metal shelter, and a stone wall with plants at its base. On the right, there are various tall plants and shrubs growing along a metal wall. In the middle, a gravel path leads to a doorway at the far end. The background includes the interior of the enclosure with metal walls and a doorway. The ceiling is made of corrugated metal supported by green metal beams, with mesh panels and the floor is covered with gravel.
  • On the left, there is a corrugated metal wall with a tall plant in front of it. On the right, there are several tall plants and a metal table with a black top. In the middle, a black curtain hangs in a doorway leading to another section. The background includes metal mesh walls and additional plants. The ceiling is made of corrugated metal and mesh panels supported by metal beams. The floor is covered with gravel.
  • On the left, there is a wooden bench next to a corrugated metal wall with a large branch structure attached. On the right, there is a birdhouse on a stand surrounded by plants and rocks. In the middle, more branches are attached to the wall, creating perches. The area is enclosed by a corrugated metal wall with horizontal beams. The ceiling is made of corrugated metal supported by metal beams. The floor is covered with gravel.
  • On the left, there are tall green plants growing along a corrugated metal wall. In the middle, there is a mesh double door set within the metal wall. On the right, there are more tall plants, a large rock, and several wooden branches attached to the metal wall, creating perches. The background includes the corrugated metal wall and additional mesh panels. The ceiling is made of metal beams and mesh panels. The floor is covered with gravel.
  • On the left, there are green leafy plants and a metal structure with a corrugated metal roof. In the middle, there are several trays and dishes on a metal table under the roof, with a red and black bird perched on the right side of the table. On the right, there are more leafy plants and branches. The background includes a stone wall with wooden logs and dense foliage. The floor is covered with gravel, and the ceiling is made of corrugated metal supported by metal beams.
  • On the left, there is a green metal structure with a corrugated metal roof and several tall green plants. In the middle, there are multiple people standing and observing the area, with wooden branches extending across the space. On the right, there are more people, plants, and branches, with a blue bird perched on one of the branches. The background includes a large corrugated metal wall and mesh panels. The floor is covered with gravel, and the ceiling is made of corrugated metal.
  • On the left, there is a green corrugated metal wall with a small plant growing at its base. In the middle, there is a large rock formation inside a green metal enclosure with a mesh roof. On the right, there is a closed metal door next to a corrugated metal wall. The background includes the interior of the enclosure with metal beams and mesh panels. The floor is covered with gravel, and the ceiling is made of corrugated metal and mesh panels supported by metal beams.
  • On the left, there are green metal walls with attached branches and a few plants at the base. In the middle, there are large metal enclosures with mesh tops and several branches extending across the space. On the right, there are more green metal walls and additional branches. The background includes the interior of the enclosure with metal beams and mesh panels. The floor is covered with gravel, and the ceiling is made of corrugated metal and mesh panels supported by metal beams.
  • On the left, there are green corrugated metal walls with attached branches and a few tall plants at the base. In the middle, there is a large metal enclosure with mesh tops and several branches extending across the space. On the right, there are more green. The floor is covered with gravel, and the ceiling is made of corrugated metal and mesh panels supported by metal beams.
  • On the left, there are tall metal beams supporting a corrugated metal roof and mesh panels. In the middle, there are several branches attached to the beams, with a few birds perched on them. On the right, there is a green corrugated metal wall with mesh panels above it. The background includes more metal beams and mesh panels, with some trees visible through the mesh. The floor is not visible, and the ceiling is made of corrugated metal and mesh panels supported by metal beams.
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GENERAL ACCESS

• Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints and discussing feedback regarding accessibility issues/barriers.
• Accept the Companion Card
• Employ people with disability
• Have accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on your website (can be emailed on request)
• Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met
• Provide assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
• Have a place to store mobility and/or medical equipment (eg beach wheelchair, hoist, oxygen).

COMMUNICATION

• A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility
• Provide clear, concise internal and external directional signage throughout your facility.

VISION

• Provide digital communication materials (hard copy information is also available on line)
• Use easy read fonts in our signage and communication materials (Helvetica and Arial)
• Have an appropriate area for toileting an assistance dog
• Have handrails on all our stairways
• Have Exit signs which are visible at a ground level (high level signs are difficult to see in a fire)
• Have effective lighting throughout facility.

HEARING

• Have volume controlled phones

PHYSICAL - MOBILITY

• Use floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
• Use non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
• Have grab rails in the bathroom
• Provide seating in common areas including reception area. Seating provided is a variety/range and include some with back rests and arm rests.

PHYSICAL - WHEELCHAIR

• Have step free outdoor pathways
• Have step free access to into our business premise
• Have step free access to the conference or function room
• Have accessible seating areas in theatrette
• Have doorways which are easy to open and have lever handles (doorways 850mm or wider when open and not heavy)
• Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
• Have wheelchair accessible picnic tables
• Have wheelchair access to amusements and activities
• Have a wheelchair/scooter charging station (power point) in an accessible location
• Have at least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed
• Have wheelchair accessible transport options available in the general vicinity (provide information on name of the operator, phone and website link to individual providers for private vehicles, community transport train, mini vans, hire cars, buses, taxis, ferry, tram, light rail etc)
• Have a wheelchair accessible toilet
• Have clear space between furniture and exhibits for a person to manoeuvre a mobility aid
• 2 wheelchair accessible golf buggies
• 2 accessible car spaces

ALLERGIES AND INTOLERANCES

• Modify our cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc)
• Trained staff to respond to allergic reactions
• Adhere to The Food Authority requirements for allergy management in food preparation
• Have equipment to respond to anaphylactic shock such as epipens and defibrillator