Using a car in Australia is very easy, you can take your disabled permit with you.
The parking spaces are marked in Blue and are well respected by the Australians who do not abuse them for fear of a large fine.
The demand for information on travel for people with disabilities has never been greater. To participate independently in community life, including the enjoyment of travel, people with disabilities need barrier-free environments. This includes seemingly simple requirements such as easy access to public transport, buildings and footpaths, and thoughtfully designed facilities and services from airports to accommodation.
By international standards, Australia offers quite good access for people with disabilities. Many of the hotels, restaurants, cinemas, theatres and shops in Australia’s major cities have facilities for those with disabilities although not all of them cater for people in wheelchairs. It is advisable to give advance notice wherever possible to ensure the best possible assistance.
Car parking
Most public car parking stations have dedicated parking spots for disabled drivers, clearly identified by the international disabled sign. The bays are close to ramps and lifts and are generally wider than the regular parking spaces. The use of disabled parking bays is closely monitored and heavy fines apply to unauthorised users. In order to use disabled parking, you must obtain a temporary disabled parking permit.
Regulations regarding disabled parking permits (DPP) vary from state to state. Generally the following procedures apply:
International visitors:
Bring your overseas permit with you.Overseas permits may be used in Queensland, Australian Capital Territory (Canberra), Tasmania, South Australia, Western Australia and the Northern Territory.
In New South Wales, application may be made for a temporary permit at any Roads and Traffic Authority office.
In Victoria, a temporary permit for a holder of an overseas parking permit may be arranged before arrival through VicRoads. Apply at least one month before arrival by facsimile or by post, enclosing a copy of your overseas permit together with the dates you will be in Australia and address when first arriving in Victoria.
A temporary permit issued in New South Wales or Victoria will be recognised throughout Australia.
Visitors are advised to contact the relevant authorities for information well in advance of travel:
New South Wales
Roads and Traffic Authority , Mobility Parking Scheme, GPO Box K198, Sydney NSW 2000
Tel: +61 2 9218 6670 (Freecall within Australia: 13 22 13)
Victoria
Vic Roads (VR), Traffic & Road User Management Dept, Disabled Person’s Parking Scheme, 60 Denmark Road, Kew VIC 3101
Tel: +61 3 9854 2666
Fax: +61 3 9854 2918
Always remember to:
- Make sure your permit will not expire during your travel.
- Display your permit as in your home state/country.
- Parking permits do not authorize vehicles to park in loading zones, bus zones, no-stopping zones and the like.
- Most parking permit applications must be completed in part by a doctor or accompanied by a valid doctor’s certificate that clearly states the nature of disability. A fee of $A10-$A15 usually applies
Car hire
Some companies supply vehicles fitted with hand controls. Inform the company well in advance about the nature of a disability so that special arrangements can be made. Standard hire vehicles can be fitted with devices such as hand controls.
The following is a sample of car-hire companies that can provide suitable vehicles:
- Avis Australia
Level 2
15 Bourke Road
Mascot NSW 2020
Tel: +61 2 9353 9000
Fax: +61 2 9353 9100
- Budget Rent a Car
128 Jolimont Road
(P O Box 68)
East Melbourne
VIC 3002
Tel: +61 3 9206 3333
Fax: +61 3 9206 3636
- Norden Transport
60-62 Bennet Street
Dandenong VIC 3175
Tel: +61 3 9793 1066
Fax: +61 3 9794 5840
Disability information providers
There is at least one disability information service in each state/territory, providing general information free of charge. These service providers supply information on equipment, services and support available within their geographical region.
National organisations such as NICAN (information on recreation, tourism, sport and the arts) and ACROD (the national industry association for disability services) provide information on access, services providers, carers and facilities for the disabled.
NICAN
P O Box 407
Curtin ACT 2605
Tel: +61 2 6285 3713
Fax: +61 2 6285 3714
ACROD
33 Thesiger Court
Deakin ACT 2600
Tel: +61 2 6282 4333
Fax: +61 2 6281 348
Useful sites
For the public toilets that are suitable for disabled travellers the government has a wonderful site of all the public toilets in Australia http://www.toiletmap.gov.au/
You can plan your route in advance
A helpful site is http://www.focusondisability.org.uk
The Australian Government have a good site www.seniors.gov.au
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