People with Disability

We are committed to co-creating an equitable, accessible and inclusive community, making Bellingen Shire a better place to live or visit for people of all abilities.

We work with people with disability to improve our community. This includes things like:

Improving access to community buildings
Making it easier for people to use our parks, beaches and playgrounds
Creating accessible documents and making information easier to understand

If you would like more information on what Council is doing to make our Shire more accessible please contact our Community Planning Officer on 6655 7300

Disability Inclusion Action Planning

Our Disability Inclusion Action Plan explains how we work to support people with a disability have greater access to information, services and facilities

Bellingen Shire Mobility Map

The Bellingen Shire Mobility Map depicts accessible features including toilets and disabled parking spaces across the Shire.

Accessible amenities

Find out more about where MLAK amenities are located.

Ian J Cooper Access & Inclusion Awards

The Ian J Cooper Access & Inclusion Awards are held every two years. These awards are made to local services, groups and businesses in acknowledgement of their efforts to improve access to their service and or premises or groups who are inclusive of people with different abilitiues

International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD)

International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) is held on 3 December each year. IDPwD is a United Nations (UN) observed day celebrated internationally. It aims to increase public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability and celebrate their achievements and contributions.

Information and Services

We're committed to providing equal access to information, services and facilities for people with disability. Find out what's available.