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Arrival at Mooloolaba Beach SLSC

Mooloolaba Surf Life Saving Club is located on Mooloolaba Esplanade.  Accessible car parking spaces are located behind the Club via Parkyn Parade, with additional parking on the north side before entering the licensed venue, The Surf Club Mooloolaba. 

A Sandcruiser Beach Wheelchair and beach access matting are available for community use. The wheelchair is offered during patrolling hours, while the matting is provided subject to tides and beach conditions.

Equipment, including life jackets and wheelchairs for adults and children, is free to use and can be booked in advance or requested from lifesavers on arrival, depending on availability.

A car park with several vehicles on the left, including a van with a blue design. A trailer is attached to one vehicle, and an orange traffic cone is nearby. On the right, there's a building with a white exterior and a "No Entry" sign on the door. In the background, there are tall trees and multi-storey residential buildings. The ground is paved, with some patches of green moss or grass.
Two cars are parked in designated spaces in front of a building with large windows. The car on the left is a black Lexus, and the one on the right is a black Mazda. Yellow markings on the ground indicate a no-parking zone. To the right, a person walks towards a sandy beach with people and umbrellas visible in the distance. The building has a flat roof and light grey walls.
A parking area with two cars, a Lexus and a Mazda, parked in front of a building with large windows on the left. The ground has yellow markings indicating a tow-away zone. On the right, a stone wall lines a path where two people are walking. In the background, there are sparse trees and a glimpse of the beach and ocean.
A beach scene with a pathway leading to the sand. On the left, there's a building with a pipe and a sign for an espresso bar. On the right, a stone wall with lush greenery and a sign with safety information. Two people walk along the path, which has a textured surface and a red circle with "Keep Left" written on it. In the background, people are on the beach near the ocean.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Waves crashing
  2. People chatting
  3. Vehicles parking
  4. Footsteps on pavement
  5. Seagulls calling
Smell

Smells

  1. Salty sea air
  2. Fresh coffee
  3. Sunscreen
  4. Ocean breeze
  5. Faint food aroma
Touch

Feel

  1. Warm sun
  2. Cool breeze
  3. Smooth pavement
  4. Soft sand
  5. Calm & relaxed
Sight

Sight

  1. Beach view
  2. Surf club tower
  3. Parked vehicles
  4. Paths & walkways
  5. Cafés

How to book a beach wheelchair

To book the Sandcruiser Beach Wheelchair in advance, visitors can go to the Mooloolaba Surf Life Saving Club's website and scroll down to "Accessible Beaches". Click on the Booking link and complete the form. We recommend completing a booking form at least 24 hours before the planned visit. 

The form requires details such as the carer's or user’s name, address, phone number, the date and time the wheelchair is needed, and life jacket sizes (adult or kids). The form does not need to be printed, but the user's phone confirmation can be shown on arrival.

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Hearing

Sounds

  1. Waves crashing
  2. Seagulls calling
  3. Bikes clinking
  4. People chatting
  5. Wind rustling
Smell

Smells

  1. Salty air
  2. Sunscreen
  3. Ocean breeze
  4. Seaweed
  5. Wet sand
Touch

Feel

  1. Warm sun
  2. Cool breeze
  3. Soft sand
  4. Firm wheelchair
  5. Calm & relaxed
Sight

Sight

  1. Blue ocean
  2. Lifeguard tower
  3. Striped beach wheelchair
  4. Bicycles parked
  5. People on beach

Where to collect the beach wheelchair

At the beach, visitors can approach the lifeguard tower and notify the lifeguard or lifesaver on duty. The Sandcruiser Beach wheelchair will be brought to the tower by the staff. Personal wheelchairs can be left safely under the lifeguard tower for the duration of use.

It is the responsibility of the carer/user to ensure they have read and understood the safety and handling information before use.

A concrete ramp with a no-entry sign leads down towards a sandy beach on the left, with grass in the foreground meeting the ramp. The beach has scattered people sitting, walking, and playing near the water. On the right, a raised lifeguard tower with railings stands on a stone base, surrounded by signs and bicycles. A paved pathway runs along the background near the tower, bordered by a black metal fence overlooking the beach.
A lifeguard in a red and yellow uniform stands next to a beach wheelchair with large yellow wheels and a blue-striped seat. The lifeguard tower is elevated on metal supports, with a bicycle parked underneath. In the background, a sandy beach with people and the ocean is visible. A man in swimwear is walking towards the railing overlooking the beach. The ground is concrete, and the area is enclosed by a metal fence.
A concrete platform with a sandy texture has a lifeguard tower centred, raised on metal supports with a sign reading “No flags = No swim.” On the left, a lifeguard in a red shirt stands by a yellow beach wheelchair next to a parked bicycle, with railings overlooking the sandy beach. On the right, a man leans on the railings, facing the sea. In the background, people are scattered across the beach near the water.
A concrete platform with textured flooring is in the foreground, leading to a sandy beach in the background. In the centre, a lifeguard tower stands elevated on metal supports, with a yellow beach wheelchair beneath it. On the left, a concrete ramp slopes down towards the beach. On the right, a metal railing borders the platform, with two bicycles resting against it. Two people stand near the railing, looking towards the sea. A stone wall and poles are visible near the ramp.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Waves crashing
  2. Seagulls calling
  3. Bikes clinking
  4. People chatting
  5. Wind rustling
Smell

Smells

  1. Salty air
  2. Sunscreen
  3. Ocean breeze
  4. Seaweed
  5. Wet sand
Touch

Feel

  1. Gentle slope
  2. Seatbelt support
  3. Sand underfoot
  4. Wheelchair fabric on skin
  5. Body movement
Sight

Sight

  1. Blue ocean
  2. Beach patrol tower
  3. Safety signs
  4. Beach goers
  5. Beach wheelchair

How to use the beach wheelchair

The Sandcruiser Beach Wheelchair is designed for safe access to the beach and water, requiring a carer’s assistance. Before use, inspect the wheelchair to make sure the wheelchair is in good condition.  A beach mat is provided to allow easier navigation towards the beach area.   

The user must be securely buckled in the chair and accompanied by a carer. The seat has three positions: one for transition and two reclining options, adjusted via a chain at the back. The carer should consult the lifeguards or volunteer lifesavers on duty to confirm water safety before entering.

For a complete guide on using the Sandcruiser Beach Wheelchair, please click here.

A concrete ramp in the foreground leads down to a sandy beach, with a textured mat extending across the sand in the centre. On the left, an orange traffic cone and a small utility vehicle are parked near the mat. On the right, a stone wall supports a raised platform with a metal railing, where a lifeguard tower and a bench are positioned. A black bag and part of a bicycle are visible next to the wall. In the background, people and beach items are scattered on the sand near the water.
A concrete ramp with a “no entry” symbol in the foreground splits towards a sandy beach on the left and a raised lifeguard platform on the right. Grass borders the ramp on the left. The lifeguard platform is supported by a stone wall and has a metal railing, with signs, a bicycle, and a person standing nearby. In the background, people are spread across the beach, and an off-road vehicle is parked near orange cones close to the waterline.
A concrete ramp in the foreground leads down to a sandy beach, with a textured mat extending across the sand in the centre. On the left, an orange traffic cone and a small utility vehicle are parked near the mat. On the right, a stone wall supports a raised platform with a metal railing, where a lifeguard tower and a bench are positioned. A black bag and part of a bicycle are visible next to the wall. In the background, people and beach items are scattered on the sand near the water.
A blue textured mat stretches across the sandy beach in the foreground, with an orange traffic cone on either side. On the left, a stone wall curves upwards towards a wooden ramp. In the middle, a striped beach wheelchair with yellow wheels is parked beside a yellow all-terrain utility vehicle. On the right, additional cones are spaced on the sand. In the background, a grassed area leads to the Mooloolaba Surf Lifesaving Club building, with stairs and pathways bordered by stone walls.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Waves crashing
  2. Laughter
  3. Seagulls calling
  4. Wind rustling
  5. Distant chatter
Smell

Smells

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

Feel

  1. Warm sand
  2. Buoyancy/balance
  3. Slight vibration/motion
  4. Gentle waves
  5. Body movement
Sight

Sight

  1. People swimming
  2. Lifeguard tower
  3. Beach mat
  4. People relaxing
  5. Vibrant umbrellas

How to return the beach wheelchair

After finishing with the Sandcruiser Beach Wheelchair, the user will be escorted back to the tower. Opposite the tower are beach showers and a hose. Wash the beach wheelchair thoroughly to remove sand and salt.  

Return the wheelchair and life jackets to the original collection point in the same condition as when obtained. Report any missing or defective items, such as pins, buckles, or protective coverings, on the sign-in sheet.  

Once cleaned and returned, inform the Lifesaver on duty that the wheelchair has been returned and is ready for the next user.  

A sandy beach with a blue textured mat occupies the foreground. On the left, a curved stone retaining wall slopes down towards the mat. In the middle, a striped blue and white beach wheelchair with yellow wheels is centred on the mat. On the right, a yellow lifeguard utility vehicle with rugged tyres is parked beside the mat. In the background, a grey stone path leads uphill to the Mooloolaba Surf Lifesaving Club building, with grassy areas and railings on either side.
A blue textured mat lies on the sandy floor in the foreground, with a striped beach wheelchair featuring yellow wheels in the centre. To the right, a yellow lifeguard utility vehicle with rugged black tyres rests on the sand. On the left, a stone retaining wall curves upwards next to a sloping concrete ramp. In the background, the Mooloolaba Surf Lifesaving Club building sits on a grassy area with railings, stairs, and pathways leading up to it.
A textured stone wall lines the left side of a sloping concrete pathway. On the right, a sandy section borders a low stone retaining wall, leading to a grass area where people are sitting on benches. In the middle, a hand grips the back of a striped blue-and-white wheelchair with yellow wheels. In the background, a multi-windowed building with a large terrace has several people gathered near its entrance, along with small landscaped bushes.
A concrete surface with sand scattered across it covers the foreground. In the middle is a striped blue-and-white beach wheelchair with yellow wheels, positioned between metal railings. On the left, there is vegetation near a stone wall, a paved pathway, and a grass lawn with people sitting on benches. On the right, a lifeguard tower is elevated on stilts, with bicycles and a blue bag underneath. In the background, a sandy beach leads to the water's edge, with people visible throughout.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Waves crashing
  2. Water splashing
  3. Seagulls calling
  4. Lifeguard vehicle
  5. People chatting
Smell

Smells

  1. Salty sea air
  2. Sunscreen scent
  3. Fresh breeze
  4. Wet sand
  5. Ocean spray
Touch

Feel

  1. Soft sand
  2. Wheelchair fabric on skin
  3. Wet from shower
  4. Body movement
  5. Steady rhythmic push
Sight

Sight

  1. Patrollers
  2. Yellow lifeguard vehicle
  3. Stone wall
  4. Beach wheelchair
  5. Surf club building
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