Maleny Library

Access Guide

General Access
Communication
Vision
Hearing
Physical - Mobility
Physical - Wheelchair

A yellow building with the word "Library" on the front is on the left, surrounded by lush greenery and plants. A pathway leads to the entrance, bordered by grass. On the right, there's a covered walkway with a green metal frame, leading to a car park with several vehicles visible. Trees and bushes are in the background, adding to the verdant setting.

A grassy area with a wooden picnic table and benches on a concrete path in the foreground. A leafless tree stands nearby. In the middle, a yellow building with a sign reading "Library" is partially obscured by trees. To the right, a road with parked cars and a person walking. Power lines run alongside the road. Lush green trees are in the background.

Tesch Park features a neatly arranged flower bed with colourful blooms in the foreground. A sign reading "Tesch Park" is visible. To the left, there are large green trees and a building marked "Library." A pathway runs through the park, leading to a road on the right, where a truck is parked. Power lines stretch above the road, and more trees and buildings are in the background.

A yellow building with a sign reading "Library" is in the centre, surrounded by lush green trees and grass. To the right, there's a covered walkway leading to a building marked "Ladies". A paved path runs through the grass, and a few parked cars are visible in the background. On the left, there's a shaded area with a stone structure, possibly a barbecue or seating area.

A bus stop with a metal bench and a shelter is on the right. A sign reads "Maleny Library." A red bin is nearby. On the left, a building with solar panels and a "Library Open" flag is visible. Several parked cars are in the background, surrounded by lush green trees. A pathway leads from the bus stop to the building.

A street scene with a bus shelter on the left, next to a footpath and grassy area. Two cars are parked in front of a yellow building on the right, which has a sign indicating it's a library. The building is surrounded by trees and bushes. The sky is partly cloudy.

A building entrance with a yellow and green colour scheme. On the right, there are glass doors with operating hours listed and a "No Smoking" sign above. Two blue bins marked "Returns" are near the steps. The steps have yellow edges and a metal handrail. On the left, a path leads to another building with a corrugated metal roof. The area is landscaped with bushes and trees, and the ground is a mix of grass and concrete.

A yellow building with a corrugated metal roof is on the left, featuring a door marked "Men's". A covered walkway with green metal supports extends to the right, leading to a grassy area with trees and a playground in the background. The foreground has a concrete path bordered by various plants and shrubs.

A public toilet with white tiled walls and a green-tiled floor. On the left, there's a hand dryer. In the centre, a toilet with a blue seat is positioned next to a stainless steel panel and two waste bins. A grab rail is mounted on the wall beside the toilet, with two toilet roll holders beneath it. On the right, a small stainless steel sink is attached to the wall. The upper wall is painted yellow, and the ceiling has a slatted design allowing natural light.

On the left, there are two blue book return bins labelled "Returns" with handles. In the middle, a set of concrete steps with yellow edges leads up to a glass entrance with green frames. The entrance has a rubber mat and several signs on the glass. The building has an orange wall and a white ceiling with circular lights. A green metal railing runs alongside the steps.

A covered walkway with a metal roof and railings on the left, leading to a yellow building. The path is lined with green plants. On the right, there is a garden with shrubs and a few small trees. Beyond the garden, a street with parked cars is visible. The ground is a mix of concrete and grass, and there are several metal poles supporting the structure.

Glass entrance doors with green frames lead into a building. On the left door, there are several notices, including a "Zero Tolerance" sign and a rainbow sticker. The right door displays opening hours. Inside, a display case and a small table are visible. The floor is tiled with black mats, and circular lights are on the ceiling. Outside, a white car is parked on the right, and greenery is visible through the glass.

A library entrance area with wooden doors on either side. The left door is open, revealing bookshelves inside. In the centre, a glass display case contains various items. A hand sanitising station stands to the left. On the right, a wall-mounted rack holds brochures above a small table with more pamphlets and newspapers. The floor is tiled, and the ceiling has circular lights and a vent.

A library entrance area with a glass door on the left leading outside, where a covered walkway and some buildings are visible. Inside, a map on a stand and a framed picture are on the wall. To the right, there's a wooden door with a "Return" sign above it, leading to a room with a counter and computer screens. The floor is tiled with grey mats, and the ceiling has circular lights.

Wooden double doors with glass panels open into a library. On the left, a large map is displayed. On the right, a hand sanitising station and framed pictures are visible. Inside, bookshelves filled with books are arranged neatly, and a counter with a computer is on the left. The floor is tiled near the entrance and carpeted inside. The ceiling has recessed lighting.

A library interior with bookshelves on the left filled with books. In the centre, there are two self-service kiosks on a wooden desk. The floor is carpeted in the library area and tiled near the entrance. On the right, glass doors lead outside, with a view of parked cars. The ceiling has circular lights, and there are various posters and artworks on the walls.

Two self-service kiosks with screens displaying "Borrow Items" are on a wooden desk. Between them is a payment terminal and a hand sanitiser dispenser. Above, a colourful painting is mounted on the wall. To the left, a small table holds books, and a wooden door is visible. On the right, another wooden door leads to a tiled area with a map and a waste bin. The floor is carpeted in dark grey.

A library interior with a black carpeted floor. On the left, there's a self-service kiosk with a touchscreen. Next to it is a green and white desk with "ASK JOIN" signage, featuring a computer and brochures. In the middle, a banner reads "first 5 forever" with a small seating area behind it. On the right, bookshelves labelled with letters hold various books. A small round table displays more books, and a tall floral arrangement sits atop a shelf. The ceiling has recessed lighting and air vents.

A library interior with several bookshelves on wheels filled with books. The left side has a large window with green frames, two green chairs, and a small round table. The middle features bookshelves with a nature-themed panel showing a waterfall and greenery. The right side has more bookshelves and a display stand with books. The floor is carpeted in dark grey, and the ceiling is white with rectangular lights.

A library interior with bookshelves on wheels, labelled with letters A to F. In the foreground, a small round table displays books. To the left, a banner reads "first 5 forever" with a floral chair nearby. Large windows in the background reveal greenery outside. The floor is carpeted in dark grey, and the ceiling has recessed lighting. A clock and informational posters are on the wall near the windows, with a small table and chairs in the corner.

A library interior with bookshelves on wheels filled with books, labelled with letters. On the left, a magazine rack displays various titles, and a chair with a leaf-patterned cushion is nearby. Newspapers are spread on a small table. In the background, colourful paintings and a clock adorn the wall. A large photograph of a forest stream is positioned between the shelves. The floor is carpeted in dark grey, and the ceiling has recessed lighting.

A library interior with several bookshelves filled with books and magazines. On the left, there's a printer and a small table with a chessboard and pieces. A blue chair is nearby. The floor is carpeted in dark grey, and the ceiling has multiple rectangular lights and circular vents. In the background, more bookshelves are visible, labelled "Young Adult Fiction" and "Large Type". A plant is placed on top of one of the shelves.

A library interior with bookshelves filled with books in the centre. On the left, there's a book return station and a digital screen above it. To the right, a white door and more bookshelves are visible. The floor is carpeted in dark grey, and the ceiling is white with recessed lighting and circular fixtures. In the background, a counter with a sign reading "ASK JOIN" is present, along with various displays and plants.

A library interior with bookshelves lining the left and right walls, filled with colourful children's books. In the centre, there is a small table with green and blue chairs. The floor is carpeted in dark grey. On the right, a digital search station is mounted on a blue wall, with a fire extinguisher nearby. The ceiling has recessed lighting and ventilation panels. Artwork is displayed above the shelves.

A library interior with bookshelves lining the left wall, filled with various books. Two green chairs and a small round table are in the foreground. On the right, a blue search station with a computer screen and keyboard is mounted on the wall, with a fire extinguisher below. The back wall features more bookshelves and a clock. The ceiling has circular lights and vents, and the floor is carpeted in dark grey. Artwork is displayed above the bookshelves.

A library with a dark carpeted floor and white ceiling. On the left, there are green bookshelves filled with children's books. A green cushioned chair is nearby. On the right, more bookshelves display a variety of books, with a clock on the wall above. In the centre, two green chairs and a small table are positioned in front of more bookshelves. The room is well-lit with overhead lights.

A library interior with dark carpeted flooring and a white ceiling featuring recessed lighting. In the foreground, there are several bookshelves filled with books on wheels. On the left, a desk with computers and colourful chairs is positioned near a green door. In the background, large windows and glass doors allow natural light to enter. A small TV is mounted on the wall to the right, above additional bookshelves.

A room with large green-framed windows showing lush greenery outside. Inside, there are several green chairs and a small table on a dark carpeted floor. On the right wall, there's an exit sign and a fire extinguisher. The ceiling has rectangular fluorescent lights. The walls are white, and there are framed notices on them.

A library interior with a dark carpeted floor. On the left, there are bookshelves filled with books and a printer. In the middle, a row of computers on a wooden desk with colourful chairs. A green bin is beneath the desk. On the right, a large window with a view of lush greenery outside, and more colourful chairs lined up against a counter. The ceiling has recessed lighting and air vents.

A library interior with a dark carpeted floor. On the left, a fire extinguisher and exit sign are mounted on the wall. In the middle, a row of colourful chairs faces a large window with a view of greenery. On the right, a long desk with computers and chairs is positioned against the wall. Bookshelves filled with books are visible further to the right. The ceiling has recessed lighting and a ventilation duct.

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

• Trained staff in disability awareness

• Website meets WCAG 2.0 accessibility standards (https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/)

• Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)

• 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).

• Provide details regarding the location of your business and provide a map which indicates the closest town and proximity to the local railway and coach station, include accessibility information about your local area.

COMMUNICATION

• Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)

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 effective lighting throughout facility.

HEARING

• Have TVs with captioning option

PHYSICAL - MOBILITY

• Use floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth

• Use non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting

• 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 an accessible public toilet which is unlocked

• Have wheelchair access to amusements and activities

• Have at least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed

• Have a wheelchair accessible toilet

• 1 Accessible car space