Bundaberg sets some very unique challenges in the disability sector with a higher than average population of people living with a disability. Bundaberg Regional Council in partnership with the Disability Sector Network, community services, groups and organisations collaboratively work towards ensuring our region is both inclusive and accessible.
A Local Guide to Services and Activities for All Abilities
Services and resources
Access Reference Group
The Access Reference Group is facilitated by the Bundaberg Regional Council as a platform for community members to communicate access issues for those living with a disability in the Bundaberg Region.
Community Access Reference Group - Information Sheet
To highlight a community access issue either complete the Community Access Issue Register Form and submit or print, complete and return to Councils Communtiy Development Team on
E-mail: comdev@bundaberg.qld.gov.au,
Address: PO Box 3130, Bundaberg 4670
Visit our friendly team at 157 Bourbong Street, Bundaberg.
Companion Card
Cardholders present thier card when purchasing tickets at participating businesses and are issued with a second ticket for thier companion at no charge. Bundaberg Regional Council venues affiliated and in support of the Queensland Companion Card Program:
- Moncrieff Entertainment Centre
- Hinkler Hall of Aviation
- Gin Gin Swimming Pool
- Isis War Memorial Pool
- ANZAC Park Olympic Pool
- Norville Park Swimming Pool
Download Cardholder application form & Cardholder Handbook
For futher information about companion cards visit Queensland Government's Website
www.qld.gov.au/disability/out-and-about/companion-cards/
Disability Action Week
The Bundaberg Regional Council in partnership with the Disability Action Week activities building awareness of social inclusion. To get involved in the planning and delivery of 20136 events email: comdev@bundaberg.qld.gov.au
For more information about Disability Action Week, visit: www.qld.gov.au/disability
International Day of People with Disability
The Bundaberg Regional Council in partnership with the Diability Sector Network places the spotlight on people with a disability that have stood out in thier area of interest, given back to the community, or reached personal goals in celebration of International Day of People with a Disability.
If you would like to nominate a community memeber to be showcased or find out more details please email comdev@bundaberg.qld.gov.au
For more infomration on this International Celebration please visit: www.idpwd.com.au
For further information please contact Bundaberg Regional Council's Community Development Unit on 1300 883 699 ie email: comdev@bundaberg.qld.gov.au
