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Access and inclusion
We are committed to ensuring that universal access is available to the community through all its functions. The Shire has developed the Access and Inclusion Plan 2018-22 and Access and Inclusion Policy. To access these documents in alternative formats please contact the Community Development Officer on 9780 5233 or email amrshire@amrshire.wa.gov.au. Also read: Access Standards for our website.
The Access and Inclusion Plan 2018-22 seeks not only to meet legislative requirements, but also to strategically address access and inclusion issues to the benefit of all community members making the Shire a people friendly place to live, work and visit. An annual implementation plan directs priorities and programs which are incorporated into the annual budgeting process. The Shire has a statutory obligation to provide appropriate universal access to its facilities and services, and to ensure that proposals it receives and approves are compliant.
The vision for an accessible and inclusive community concentrates on eight key areas:
- Services and events
- Access to buildings and facilities
- Information and communication
- Quality of service
- Opportunities to provide feedback and make complaints
- Opportunities to participate in any public consultation
- Opportunities to employment
- Strategically managing and monitoring the Plan
The Shire is committed to a culture of innovation, quality and continuous improvement and as such appreciates public feedback. If you would like to provide feedback on access and inclusion issues, please do so by contacting the Community Development Officer on (08) 9780 5255 or email amrshire@amrshire.wa.gov.au.
Responsibilities for Local Government Contractors
The Disability Services Act (1993) requires Disability Access and Inclusion Plans (DAIPs) to be implemented by agents and contractors as well as the staff of a local government. Where agents and contractors provide services to the public on behalf of the contracting local government, these services are to be conducted consistent with the DAIP of the contracting local government.
A Guide to Disability Access and Inclusion Plans (DAIPs) for Local Government Contractors.
The Shire maintains communication with the community through the Community Access and Inclusion Reference Group (CAIRG) and the Community Networking Group (CNG).
Community Access and Inclusion Reference Group
The Community Access and Inclusion Reference Group (CAIRG) meetings are held at the Shire Admininistration Centre, 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River. The CAIRG is an open group of service providers, people with disabilities, carers, suppport workers, seniors, community members and Shire staff that meet quarterly to discuss new developments, grants, events, training and opportunities for all access and inclusion related matters. To add an item to the next agenda or to find out more contact the Community Development Officer on 9780 5255 or by email amrshire@amrshire.wa.gov.au.
Beach Wheelchair
The Shire has a beach wheelchair available for community use from 15 Dec – 26 April 9.30am – 5pm. Please refer to the guidelinces for use for further details:
To book use of the beach wheelchair please download the below hire agreement form and submit to amrshire@amrshire.wa.gov.au. Once the booking is confirmed you can pick the beach wheelchair up from the Margaret River Recreation Centre (51 Wallcliffe Rd, Margaret River) .
For further information please contact the Shire of Augusta Margaret River on amrshire@amrshire.wa.gov.au or (08) 9780 5255.
Department of Communities (formerly Disability Services Commission)
The Shire works closely with the Department of Communities to provide and improve facilities and services for people with disability throughout the Shire. You can contact your Department of Communities (Disability Services) Local Coordinator or ring the Busselton office on 6167 7901 or by visiting the Department of Communities website.
Employing people with a disability
Read our Smart Business Brochure with tips on what businesses can do to create better access for all.
National Relay Service
We are a Relay Service friendly organisation.
Contact the NRS Helpdesk: Monday–Friday (9am–5pm Sydney time)
Voice: 1800 555 660 (free from landlines)
TTY: 1800 555 630 (free)
Fax: 1800 555 690 (free)
Email : helpdesk@relayservice.com.au
Website: http://www.relayservice.com.au/
SMS: 0416 001 350
