Gordon Spratt Reserve

The main entrance and pathways are step-free and accessible.
The path surface to the entrance is bumpy and uneven, with bumpy grass leading to a gravel pathway next to accessible parking.
The path to the entrance is level, with no slopes, inclines, or steps.
Clear signage for the venue's entrance is displayed.
The main entrance features an open storefront design.
Public bus transport is available, with stops located 50-100 metres from the venue entrance.
It is unknown if these public transport stops are wheelchair-accessible.
There are no designated drop-off or loading zones, nor a reception or information desk near the entrance.

As an open-air reserve, visitors can easily step away if they experience sensory overload.
Activities at the venue do not specifically offer a range of sensory experiences.
The venue does not provide captions, subtitles, sign language, or audio descriptions for any video content.
Hearing loops or assistive listening devices are not available.
Tactile exhibits, braille signage, or large-print materials are not provided.

Events are regularly held at Gordon Spratt Reserve.
These events do not use audiovisual equipment such as screens, speakers, or projectors.

The venue is not staffed.
There are no staff available to assist those needing mobility support during an evacuation.

The main entrance and pathways are step-free.
The path to the entrance is a bumpy, uneven surface, transitioning from grass to gravel.
All floors, ramps, and paths on-site have non-slip surfaces.
Evacuation routes are accessible for wheelchair and mobility aid users.
The children's playground is not accessible to wheelchair or mobility aid users due to wooden framing around its edge.

Eight designated accessible parking spaces are available throughout the reserve.
Four main accessible parking spaces are located in front of the football fields.
Additional accessible parking is available at the Papamoa Sport and Recreation Centre and behind the tennis courts.
There is adequate room to transfer to a wheelchair from driver and passenger car doors.
Parking spaces feature a kerb cut or level entry to a footpath.
The main entrance is within 20 metres of the nearest accessible parking space.
The car park is well-lit at night, uncovered, and allows vehicles with a minimum height of 2.2 metres.
No steps, kerbs, or obstacles are present between the parking space and the nearest exit.

Clearly labelled accessible restrooms are available, with more than one on-site.
Accessible restrooms are located next to the Papamoa Sport and Recreation Centre.
The men's accessible restroom has transfer space on the right, while the women's is a mirrored layout with left-side transfer.
The restroom interior is wheelchair-accessible (at least 2 metres x 1.6 metres).
Grab rails are present, and the toilet is at an accessible height (450-480mm from floor to seat).
Toilet paper, flush mechanisms, basin, taps, mirror, soap dispenser, and hand drying facilities are all at accessible heights and easy to use.
Staff can unlock accessible restrooms in an emergency, but there is no emergency call button or alarm.

There is no safe footpath to the entrance for people who are blind or have low vision.
The entrance does not feature tactile ground surface indicators.
Contrasts in colour or texture are not used on paths or stairs to assist visitors with low vision.
Braille signage or large-print materials are not available.
The emergency plan is not available in accessible formats.

Evacuation plans do not include provisions for people who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Events held at the venue do not use audiovisual equipment, so captions or sign language for video content are not applicable.

As an open-air reserve, visitors can easily step away if they experience sensory overload.
Events held at the venue do not use audiovisual equipment.
The venue does not offer a specific range of sensory experiences for visitors sensitive to light, sound, or touch.

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