Our new metro in Sydney is pretty awesome and it’s driverless so a speedy trip. Yes, other countries have had driverless trains for years but this is a first for Sydney. How accessible is it for a person on a mobility scooter though? Today I’m looking at Barangaroo for my first look at this Metro … Continue reading Metro Barangaroo – Riding on a portable mobility scooter
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Getting your head around things
People ask how I get my head around things when days seem dark and gloomy. I shared my insight. It’s one of many tools a Psychologist taught me when seeing them around Covid lock down days. It’s the best tip. She said to put aside 15-20 minutes every day. It is your alone time. It … Continue reading Getting your head around things
Travels with my scooter – Art silos at Merriwa
We are travelling in an RV to the mid west of NSW. We are headed along the Golden Highway to Merriwa, over 300km from where we first picked up the RV yesterday morning near Sydney airport. What do I see? Farmland, farmland, quarries, and cattle. I wasn’t sure what to expect when we got to … Continue reading Travels with my scooter – Art silos at Merriwa
Australia’s Toilet Map App
I’ve mentioned this app in passing a few times. It’s great. It’s created by the Department of Health and Aged Care. Go to the App Store and type in National toilet map. A few will come up but this one is the one you need to select. Screenshot After you download the app from the … Continue reading Australia’s Toilet Map App
Travels with my Scooter – Accessing disabled toilets – Australia
Accessing toilets when you are on a mobility scooter can be a bit tricky. I’ll be looking at 4 areas to be aware of in this post. These are all from my own personal experiences. Define Accessible How’s the saying go? When you assume you make an ass of you and me. When I think … Continue reading Travels with my Scooter – Accessing disabled toilets – Australia
Travels with my Scooter – Get on that Plane
There were only 2 wheelchairs available for our flight to Airlie Beach so phew I just squeezed in. 2 Wheelchair passengers Here are the 2 wheelchairs with their passengers. There’s yours truly. The other person has broken their foot. The next adventure is getting us both on the plane. When to get to the airport … Continue reading Travels with my Scooter – Get on that Plane
Mobility scooter travel – Marrinawi Cove and Barangaroo Reserve
Visiting Sydney and on your mobility scooter? This place is a must. Mobility scooter paradise! No uneven surfaces, it’s just too new. You’ll love it. Think picnics and parks but get there by 9 as it can get stupid crowded later in the day. Sensational Views Sensational views of Sydney Harbour away from the hustle … Continue reading Mobility scooter travel – Marrinawi Cove and Barangaroo Reserve
Handrails by the Sea – Ocean Pools
I shared a picture about beach wheelchairs at Burleigh Heads with a friend. The feedback was surprising. They said without handrails in the water a beach wheelchair was pretty useless. That’s feedback from a wheelchair user. I didn’t see that coming! A rail to hang onto Ocean pools is where it’s at I guess. We … Continue reading Handrails by the Sea – Ocean Pools
Need a hoist?- amenities for all
Changing Places are public amenities in Australia set up for those with disabilities that can’t access conventional disabled toilets. The facilities have hoists to hoist people out of their wheelchairs and a change table suitable for people of all ages. Oh Dezzie are you banging on about toilets again?! Yes I find it tough enough accessing … Continue reading Need a hoist?- amenities for all
Beach wheelchairs and a Beachmat
Every weekend Burleigh Heads Surf Club roll out their beach mat and display the disabled equipment that can be used on the beach. Once again I am impressed with this holiday destination for people with mobility issues. These are all a part of the beach access program organised by Gold Coast Council. So here we … Continue reading Beach wheelchairs and a Beachmat
Travels with my Scooter 