Nambour Library

Access Guide

General Access
Vision
Hearing
Physical - Mobility
Physical - Wheelchair
Allergies and Intolerances

A library building with a colourful mural on the left side, featuring abstract shapes in green, red, and yellow. The entrance is in the centre, with the word "Library" in red. Three flagpoles stand in front, and a string of lights is strung above. On the right, there are trees and outdoor seating. The ground is a mix of concrete paths and grass patches. A red umbrella is visible on the left.

A street scene with a footpath on the left featuring a metal railing and a grey chair. Trees line the path, providing shade. On the right, a road with parked cars and a row of buildings, including a small structure with a red awning. Several bins are lined up against a building. The pavement is a mix of red and grey tiles, and a large tree trunk is visible in the foreground.

A street scene with a paved walkway on the left, lined with trees. To the right, there is an outdoor seating area with tables and chairs under a large canopy. In the background, a building with a sign reading "Library" is visible. The road on the left has parking spaces and a "Give Way" sign. The area is surrounded by greenery and additional buildings.

A public space with a library on the right, featuring a green and red awning. In the centre, a colourful, curved structure with a red umbrella on top leads to a staircase. On the left, there are trees and shrubs with a bench along a raised garden bed. The ground is paved with concrete, and a small patch of grass with a tree is in the foreground. Overhead, string lights are visible.

A courtyard with a library in the background. The library has colourful murals on its walls and a sign reading "Library" above the entrance. Two flagpoles stand in front of the building. On the left, a covered area with greenery and a bench. On the right, tables and chairs under trees. The ground is a mix of grass and paved paths, and string lights are strung overhead.

Entrance to a library with a colourful mural on the left featuring abstract shapes in red, green, and blue. The word "Library" is prominently displayed in red on the right. Glass doors lead into the building, with a returns section visible on the left. The floor outside is a mix of concrete and tiles, and the ceiling is dark with recessed lighting.

Entrance to Nambour Library with a wooden ceiling and tiled floor. On the left, there are two return slots under a "Returns" sign, and a "Sunshine Coast Council Nambour Library" sign. The glass doors in the centre lead into the library, revealing bookshelves and a cart inside. Posters and notices are displayed on the glass. On the right, a large window shows a historical photo and some library displays.

A public toilet building with a colourful mural featuring green, red, yellow, and black abstract shapes. The entrance is in the centre, flanked by glass block windows. A sign above the left side reads "Toilet," and there's a plaque for "Eddie De Vere Courtyard" below it. The ground is paved, and a pink canopy is visible above. Trees and a railing are in the background.

A public accessible toilet with white tiled walls and a grey tiled floor. On the left, there's a stainless steel sink with a soap dispenser above it and a yellow biohazard disposal box. A metal grab rail runs along the wall, with a toilet roll holder attached. In the centre, a stainless steel toilet is positioned against the wall. On the right, there are two bins and a baby changing station. The door has a blue sign indicating it's a toilet and parent room.

A building with a mural on the wall, featuring abstract shapes in earthy tones. On the left, there's a sloped path with a metal railing and a planter box filled with grass and red-leaved plants. The right side shows a row of glass doors under a flat roof. In the foreground, a bush with white flowers is visible. The ground is paved with dark tiles, and the building has a mix of white and brown exterior panels.

Glass entrance doors to a library with opening hours listed on the left. Inside, the library has a carpeted floor and a grid of fluorescent lights on the ceiling. In the centre, there are bookshelves filled with books and media. To the right, there is a wooden display case. In the background, more shelves and computer stations are visible. An exit sign hangs from the ceiling.

A spacious library interior with a grey and green carpeted floor. On the right, there's a circular information desk with a sign reading "ASK JOIN" and a digital display. In the centre, bookshelves are filled with various books. The left side has computer stations with blue chairs. The ceiling is lined with fluorescent lights and air vents. In the background, a red wall with the word "Heritage" is visible, along with more bookshelves and seating areas.

A spacious library interior with a grey-tiled ceiling and bright fluorescent lights. In the foreground, a circular desk with a sign reading "ASK JOIN" and a map display. To the left, bookshelves labelled "Fiction" and a digital kiosk. In the centre, more bookshelves and a TV screen mounted on a pillar. The background features computer stations with blue chairs and a red wall with "Heritage" signage. The floor is carpeted in dark green and grey.

A library interior with a grey carpeted floor and a ceiling with recessed lighting and air vents. In the foreground, there are white shelves displaying books. In the middle, several bookcases are filled with books, labelled "Good Reads" and "Large Type". On the right, a digital kiosk stands near a column. On the left, a hand sanitising station is positioned near a wooden partition with a clock and small flags. A "Returns" section is visible in the background.

A library interior with grey carpeted flooring and a grid-patterned ceiling with fluorescent lights. In the centre, there are several bookshelves filled with books. On the right, a digital screen is mounted on a pillar, and computer stations with blue chairs are visible. On the left, a book return area is marked. The walls have posters and artwork, and a fire extinguisher is mounted near the corner.

A library interior with several bookshelves filled with books. On the left, there are shelves labelled "Good Reads" and "Fiction". In the centre, a display features books on white stands. To the right, a "Recent Returns" section is visible. The background shows computer stations along the wall. The floor is carpeted in grey, and the ceiling has fluorescent lighting.

A library interior with a grey carpeted floor and a white panelled ceiling with fluorescent lights. On the left, there are bookshelves labelled "Audiobooks" filled with items. A teal chair is positioned near a small table. On the right, there are computer stations with blue chairs and monitors on wooden desks. A large painting hangs above the computers. A white column stands in the centre of the room.

A library interior with a row of computers on desks against the back wall, each accompanied by a blue chair. Above the computers, several paintings are displayed. On the left, there are bookshelves filled with books and a teal chair. A round table with a newspaper and a blue chair is in the foreground on the right. The floor is carpeted in dark grey, and the ceiling has recessed lighting and ventilation panels. A white column is near the centre.

A room with a row of computers on desks against the left wall, each accompanied by a blue chair. Above the computers, several colourful paintings are displayed. In the foreground, a round table with two blue chairs has a newspaper on it. The floor is carpeted in grey, and the ceiling has fluorescent lights. On the right, there is a wooden door and a small shelving unit with books and pamphlets.

A library interior with a row of computer stations on the right, each with a monitor and a blue chair. The left side features bookshelves filled with books and a few teal armchairs. In the centre, there are small round tables with chairs. The walls display various paintings, and the ceiling has fluorescent lighting. The floor is carpeted in grey.

A library interior with a self-service kiosk on the right. In the centre, there are two orange chairs and a small round table on a carpeted floor. To the left, bookshelves are filled with books, and one end of a shelf features a large image of red flowers. Large windows in the background let in natural light, revealing an outdoor area with trees and a few people. The ceiling is lined with fluorescent lights.

A modern indoor space with large glass windows on the left, revealing an outdoor area with trees and colourful murals. Inside, there are two orange-patterned chairs with a small round table between them. In the centre, a single chair and table are positioned. On the right, there are red cushioned booths with small tables. The ceiling has recessed lighting, and the floor is carpeted in a mix of grey and brown tones. A corridor leads further into the building.

A library interior with a seating area on the left featuring patterned armchairs and small tables. Behind them are high-backed red chairs with additional tables. The floor is carpeted in a mix of grey and brown. In the centre, there are bookshelves filled with books, and a digital kiosk is visible. The ceiling has fluorescent lighting. On the right, more bookshelves and a computer station are present, with a sign reading "Heritage" in the background.

A library interior with a carpeted floor and a ceiling with fluorescent lights. On the left, large windows reveal an outdoor mural. In the centre, there are orange and patterned chairs with small round tables. On the right, a bookshelf labelled "Reservations" is filled with books. A small round table with a chair is near the window. The space is open and well-lit.

A library interior with bookshelves on both sides. On the left, shelves are filled with books, including a visible title "Goddess Crown". On the right, shelves hold DVDs and magazines. The floor is carpeted in a dark colour, and the ceiling has rectangular light panels. In the background, large windows reveal an outdoor area with trees and a few chairs and tables.

A library interior with bookshelves on the left filled with books, and magazine racks on the right displaying various magazines. The floor is carpeted in a neutral tone. In the background, there are large windows with a view of an outdoor area featuring trees and seating. Inside, there are several chairs and small tables arranged near the windows. The ceiling has a grid pattern with fluorescent lighting.

A library interior with a large glass window on the left, showing a view of the outside with grass and a road. Inside, there are two cushioned chairs and a small table near the window. Further back, two blue chairs are placed at a desk against the wall. The wall features shelves filled with magazines. On the right, there are bookshelves filled with books. The floor is carpeted in a dark colour, and the ceiling has rectangular lights.

A library interior with bookshelves on the right filled with various books. In the middle, there are more shelves displaying magazines or comics. On the left, there are two blue chairs at a wooden desk and two red patterned chairs around a small round table. The floor is carpeted in a dark colour, and the ceiling has white panels with fluorescent lights.

A library interior with bookshelves lining the left and right walls, filled with various books and magazines. In the centre, there are small round tables with wooden stools. A white pillar decorated with black bat cutouts stands near an orange cushioned seating area. The floor is carpeted in dark grey, and the ceiling has fluorescent lights and a grid pattern.

A library interior with bookshelves lining the left and right walls, filled with various books. In the centre, there is a white pillar decorated with black bat cutouts. Orange, curved seating is placed around the area. The back wall features a mural of a forest scene. The floor is carpeted in dark grey, and the ceiling has white panels with fluorescent lighting. An emergency exit sign is visible in the top right corner.

A library room with bookshelves lining the left and right walls, filled with children's books. In the centre, there are curved shelves with more books and cushioned seating. The back wall features a mural of a forest scene and green cabinets. The ceiling has fluorescent lights, and the floor is carpeted in dark grey. A round clock is mounted on the right wall.

A library interior with grey carpeted flooring and a ceiling with fluorescent lights. On the left, there are shelves filled with books and DVDs. In the centre, there are curved bookshelves with orange cushioned seating. The back wall features a large mural of a forest scene and interactive panels. On the right, more bookshelves display children's books. A circular mirror is mounted on the upper right wall.

A library interior with bookshelves filled with books on the right and in the background. In the foreground, there are two grey upholstered chairs and a small round table with a chessboard on it. The floor is carpeted in a dark grey colour. Large windows on the left allow natural light to enter. The ceiling is lined with fluorescent lights.

A room with a red wall featuring the word "Heritage" and arrows pointing towards an open doorway. To the left, there's a bulletin board with various posters and a printer below it. In the background, several computer workstations with blue chairs are lined up against a white wall. The floor is carpeted, and the ceiling has fluorescent lights. A small table with two blue chairs is on the right.

A library interior with grey carpeted flooring. On the left, there are maroon filing cabinets and a large black and white mural. In the centre, a large screen is mounted on the wall above a small table with chairs. To the right, bookshelves filled with books and a round table with orange chairs are visible. The ceiling has large cylindrical air ducts and fluorescent lights. A sign reading "Genealogy" is visible in the background, along with framed pictures on the wall.

A library interior with grey carpeted flooring. On the left, there is a display case and a section labelled "The Fred Fink Research Collection." In the centre, there are bookshelves filled with books and a few round tables with red-patterned chairs. On the right, more bookshelves are visible, along with a door. The ceiling has fluorescent lights and a large ventilation duct running across. In the background, there are more tables and a computer station.

A library interior with a central white pillar. On the left, there are bookshelves filled with books and a red panel. In the middle, more bookshelves are visible. On the right, there's a round table with two chairs, a computer workstation with chairs, and framed pictures on the wall. A door with a window is also on the right. The floor is carpeted, and the ceiling has fluorescent lights and a large air duct. A small bin is near the pillar.

A library interior with bookshelves on the left filled with books and framed pictures above. In the centre, there are round tables with red-patterned chairs. On the right, a row of computer desks with chairs and a clock on the wall. A large artwork stands near the bookshelves. The floor is carpeted, and the ceiling has exposed ductwork and fluorescent lights. A sign reads "Heritage Library" on the left and "Genealogy" on the right.

A library interior with a grey carpeted floor. On the left, there are computer desks with chairs and framed pictures on the wall. In the centre, round tables with patterned chairs hold newspapers. Bookshelves line the walls, filled with books. A colourful banner stands near the shelves, promoting the Heritage Library. The ceiling has exposed ductwork and fluorescent lighting. A large black-and-white mural of a townscape is visible in the background.

A room with a grey carpet and white walls. On the left, a wall displays numerous framed photographs and a small monitor on a wooden shelf. Below, a desk with a computer and chair. In the centre, a doorway leads to a staircase, with a glass display cabinet nearby. On the right, a door marked "Administration" and a round table with a patterned chair. The ceiling has fluorescent lights and a large air duct.

Glass double doors are open, leading into a building. On the left, there's a wall-mounted intercom system with a blue sign indicating wheelchair access. Inside, a beige door is visible at the back, with a small table and some items to the left. On the right, a decorative wall feature is partially visible. The ceiling is lined with grey panels, and a security camera is mounted near the entrance. The floor is tiled in dark grey.

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

• 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)

• There is no lift at Nambour Library to give access from the ground floor to level 1.

• Access is available from a walkway leading to a door to access level 1.

• There are no amenities inside the library.

• There are access to toilets in the Nambour forecourt which is easily accessible.

VISION

• Have handrails on all our stairways

• Have effective lighting throughout facility.

• Have signage and communication materials with easy to read fonts (Helvetica and Arial).

• Have staff trained in customer service for people with vision loss.

HEARING

• Have volume controlled phones

• Have Young People's Services - baby rhyme sessions as online videos with Auslan translation.

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

• Have easy, step-free pathways (clear of obstructions) to all indoor and outdoor areas

• Have public toilets in the Nambour forecourt (none inside the library).

• Have doorbell and intercom on Level 1 to access the events space and or Heritage Library.

• Have 4 accessible car parking spaces.

• Have step-free access into the business premises.

ALLERGIES AND INTOLERANCES

• Trained staff to respond to allergic reactions

• Adhere to The Food Authority requirements for allergy management in food preparation

• There is no defibrillator in the library but there is one directly at the Council building next door.