I was very excited when they said that this beach had an mobi-mat. It was in the pipeline for a while at this beach. They already had a beach wheelchair. I was impressed that they managed to find the funds for both. They’re not cheap. “The mat can accommodate a wide range of users, including … Continue reading Are you game? Beach access mats
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Travels with my scooter – Anzac Bridge
I scootered over Anzac Bridge from Sydney Fish Markets. It was just before sunset. It’s a nice ride on my mobility scooter and there are some great views along the way. The first pic is looking west to where the super yachts are kept. The second of the cars on the bridge. the walkway weaves … Continue reading Travels with my scooter – Anzac Bridge
Public Transport with your Mobility Scooter – Sydney
Is taking your mobility scooter on Sydney public transport doable? The short answer is yes if you meet the requirements. YES 4 wheel mobility scooters that are small enough can go on all public transport. NO 3 wheel mobility scooters cannot go on a bus, ferries and wharves. NO petrol scooters are not permitted on … Continue reading Public Transport with your Mobility Scooter – Sydney
Friend v Travel Agent – Hassle free adventures
Today I’m focused on listening to advice from friends versus travel agents. How do you get a hassle free holiday? Let me share the story of someone I know that pretty much rescued their friends from a less than ideal start for a train journey through Italy. I’ll call her Sue. Back story Sue’s friends … Continue reading Friend v Travel Agent – Hassle free adventures
Taking my mobility scooter to the Capitol Theatre
Today I’m headed to the Capitol Theatre. It’s in Sydney’s Chinatown precinct. I’m taking my portable mobility scooter. The best way to arrive is via the light rail getting off at the Capitol Theatre stop. You travel a block and you are there. Portable mobility scooter Find a small portable mobility scooter for this adventure. … Continue reading Taking my mobility scooter to the Capitol Theatre
Travels with my Scooter- Groceries and a Beer
Photo by ELEVATE on Pexels.com I value the mundane. You get out and about to do your shopping and are reminded that the world keeps moving. There’s the dog poop on the pavement that everyone seems to have walked in. There’s the Lime bike that someone has put in the most inconvenient spot. There’s the … Continue reading Travels with my Scooter- Groceries and a Beer
Boxing Day scoot around Giba Park
It’s Boxing Say at about 9.00am in the morning. It’s meant to be a hot day so I’m headed off to do a bit of footage at a park I know with views across to Sydney Harbour Bridge. I want to see if my camera can take the bumps on it. I’m on my SupascootaHD … Continue reading Boxing Day scoot around Giba Park
Metro Barangaroo – Riding on a portable mobility scooter
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
Travels with my scooter – RV living
At first I was scratching my head trying to figure out how I would navigate RV living with mobility issues. I think, like with a lot of things, it takes a bit of time to figure things out. I watch ‘grey nomads’ getting around the van parks and think there must be a way! The … Continue reading Travels with my scooter – RV living
Travels with my scooter – Art silo’s at Dunedoo
What a name right. Yes that’s how you pronounce it Dun-ee-do. At the van park they even have this sculpture tribute. But get your head out of the gutter as this word is actually derived from the indigenous name for swan in these parts. The Dunedoo Van Park is on the highway so reasonably priced … Continue reading Travels with my scooter – Art silo’s at Dunedoo