Access and inclusion

City of Subiaco events

All events and programs hosted by the City are accessible. If you have specific access requirements, such as accessible parking, an Auslan interpreter or audio loop, please make City staff aware when you respond to an event invitation so they may support you.

To ensure the built environment is accessible, the City works closely with prospective builders and developers. Please refer to the summary of disability access laws, regulations, standards and guidelines for more information.

Other events and programs within Subiaco
 

• Friends in Harmony is a dementia friendly choir run by Alzheimer’s WA. The choir meets once a week at the Third Place, corner Barker Road and Rowland Street Subiaco, and is coordinated by an experienced choir leader.

The Disability Access & Inclusion Plan (2017 - 2022) works to improve the inclusiveness and accessibility of every service the City of Subiaco provides for the community. Under the Disability Services Act 1993, every local and state government agency must develop a Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.

There are seven outcome areas within the DAIP which the City works towards:
 

• Outcome 1:  People with disabilities have the same opportunities as other people to access the services of, and any events organised by, the relevant public authority.
• Outcome 2:  People with disabilities have the same opportunities as other people to access the buildings and other facilities of the relevant public authority.
• Outcome 3:  People with disabilities receive information in the relevant public authority in a format that will enable them to access the information as readily as other people are able to access it.
• Outcome 4:  People with disabilities receive the same level and quality of service from the staff of the relevant public authority.
• Outcome 5:  People with disabilities have the same opportunities as other people to make complaints to the relevant public authority.
• Outcome 6:  People with disabilities have the same opportunities as other people to participate in any public consultation by the relevant public authority.
• Outcome 7:  People with disabilities have the same opportunities as other people to be employed by the City of Subiaco.

External agents and contractors that interact with the public on the City's behalf must comply with the DAIP by ensuring equitable access for people with disability.

The City has gathered relevant information on Contractor Progress Reporting; and tips for agents and contractors on how they can better contribute to the objectives of the City's DAIP.

The Disability Access and Inclusion Committee (DAIC) advises council on issues around access and inclusion in the community.

The DAIC comprises people with disability, community members with an interest and/or expertise in disability, service providers and elected members. Anyone can nominate to be a member of the committee and from time to time, there will be advertisements asking for new members. If you are interested in becoming a member, contact the City at culture@subiaco.wa.gov.au.

Calling all access and inclusion champions - Nominations are now closed.

Are you passionate about improving the accessibility of our community, particularly for people with disability? Would you like to ensure an inclusive community where everyone can participate equally? Well, here is your chance.

The City is currently recruiting for people to join the Disability Access and Inclusion Committee (DAIC). The DAIC’s role is to advise Council on issues pertaining to access and inclusion in the community and to advocate on behalf of people experiencing barriers to community participation. 

Individuals with a lived experience of disability, an interest in access and inclusion or who work with people with disability are encouraged to apply.

Nominations closed on Tuesday 17 May 2022.
 

• Subiaco Community Transport Service

If you require assistance to travel locally for essential activities such as medical appointments and shopping, you might be eligible to apply for Subiaco Community Transport Service.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this service, you must be a City of Subiaco resident who:
 

• is likely to have trouble accessing medical or social needs due to your difficulty and cannot self-drive, take public transport or use another, better service that is available to you, for example Home and Community Care Transport Services and St John Ambulance Patient or Community Transport Service.
• receives the aged or disability pension, or an equivalent.
• is not eligible for the Taxi Users Subsidy Scheme (must demonstrate application/reason for ineligibility).

 
To find out more about the program and to apply, please see the Service information and frequently asked questions, and complete the Application form.
For further details contact the City on 9237 9325 or email culture@subiaco.wa.gov.au.
 

• Recharge scheme

The City is proud to be the first local government in Western Australia to introduce the 'Recharge Scheme'. The scheme allows community members to charge their motorised mobility devices, such as scooters and electronic wheelchairs, at community venues, local businesses and City-owned buildings identified as ‘recharge points’. The City works closely with businesses to ensure designated areas meet the safety and access requirements. 
 
Recharge points in the City of Subiaco are:
 

• Subiaco Library, 237 Rokeby Road, Subiaco
• Earthwise, 315 Bagot Road, Subiaco
• Lords Recreation Centre, 3 Price Street, Subiaco.

Recharge point stickers are displayed on the windows of participating businesses, as well as above or near the designated power points for easy identification. If you are interested in your business becoming a recharge point, please contact the City on 9237 9222.

For more information about the Recharge Scheme, please visit the website.
 

• Housebound Delivery Service

Subiaco library offers a housebound delivery service for residents who are temporarily or permanently housebound and unable to visit the library. Contact the Library on (08) 9237 9300 to find out more or determine your eligibility.