

110 Levers Road, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, 3110, NZ





























About
This cosy and traditional community hall has a warm atmosphere that makes everyone who walks through the door feel welcome. Located adjacent to the local park, Matua Hall is a great choice for hosting recreational clubs and groups. It plays host to a lively schedule of events and has room for plenty more. The venue consists of a medium-sized main hall, separate lounge and kitchenette area. The main hall is equipped with bench seats along both sides and more chairs can be set up.
Accessible to visitors who:
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- The venue is accessible using public transport, specifically by bus.
- The closest public transport mode is located within 200 metres of the venue entrance.
- The main entrance and pathway to the site are accessible to people using wheelchairs, mobility scooters, or walking aids, providing step-free access.
- A safe footpath leads to the entrance.
- There are no designated drop-off and pick-up points or loading zones.
- A designated breakout room or quiet space is available for visitors who require it.
- Activities are held in environments suitable for participants who are neurodiverse.
- Information is not available on whether activities offer a wide range of sensory experiences and stimuli for visitors with sensory modulation needs.
- It is not stated whether participants can easily remove themselves from activities if they experience sensory overload or discomfort.
- The venue is not an aquatic facility or a ski field.
- Information is not available on whether the venue hosts events or activities using audiovisual equipment.
- No details are provided on the availability of closed captions, subtitles, Sign Language interpretation, or audio descriptions for videos.
- Information regarding staff intervention for audiovisual systems that may induce seizures or be distressing to visitors is not available.
- This is not a staffed venue, which may impact visitor assistance.
- Consequently, there is no information available regarding staff training on accessibility and inclusion for visitors.
- It is not stated if staff are able to help in an emergency for people who require mobility assistance, which is a critical consideration for an unstaffed venue.






















Wheelchair & Mobility Scooter Access
- The main entrance and pathway offer step-free access to the venue.
- The reception area is easy to navigate for visitors using wheelchairs, powerchairs, mobility scooters, or walking aids.
- Ramps and/or lifts are available where steps exist, and all ramps can be easily navigated (up and down) with secure handrails.
- All flooring, including ramps and accessible footpaths, has non-slippery surfaces to prevent accidents and falls.
- All entrances, passageways, and doorways have a minimum width of 0.81 metres and accommodate mobility aids.
- Doors are easy to open by people who may not use both hands or arms.
- However, there is no dedicated reception, help desk, or service counter at an accessible height (between 1.2 metres and 1.3 metres) for wheelchair users.
Accessible Parking
- Designated and clearly-marked accessible parking spaces are available.
- The closest accessible parking space is located within 50 metres of the main entrance.
- There is sufficient room for visitors to transfer to their wheelchairs, powerchairs, or mobility scooters by the car doors.
- The car park is well-lit at night.
- There are no designated drop-off and pick-up points or loading zones.
Accessible Restrooms
- The venue has more than one clearly labelled accessible bathroom stall.
- Grabrails are easily accessible to a person seated on the toilet and are available in the accessible restroom.
- Restroom handwashing and drying facilities, including a hand dryer, are within easy reach of a person using a wheelchair.
- The bathroom mirror is at an appropriate height for a person using a wheelchair.
- The restroom door can be opened, locked, and unlocked using one hand, and the interior is accessible to manual and powerchairs, meeting the minimum 2 metres x 1.6 metres cubicle dimensions.
- A gender-neutral restroom is not available.
- The accessible restroom cannot be unlocked by staff in the event of an emergency.
Blindness & Low Vision
- A safe footpath leads to the entrance for people who are blind or experience low vision.
- The pathway leading to the main entrance does not have tactile ground surface indicators.
- The site contains steps that are accessible to ambulant disabled people, with each step being no more than 17cm in rise, and the nosing of each step colour-contrasted.
- However, tactile ground surface indicators are not available at the top of each set of stairs.
- Information is not available on whether audio descriptions are provided for activities or events that include video.
Deafness & Limited Hearing
- Information is not available on whether emergency alert systems produce both audio and visual warnings.
- There is no information on whether activities are held in environments suitable for participants who are deaf or experience limited hearing (e.g., with clearly-displayed signs or graphics).
- No details are provided regarding whether closed captions, subtitles, or Sign Language interpretation are available for activities or events that include video.
- There is no information on whether evacuation plans take into consideration individuals with deafness or limited hearing.
Neurodiverse Support
- Activities are held in environments that are suitable for participants who are neurodiverse.
- The site has a designated breakout room or quiet space for visitors who require it.
- Information is not available on whether activities offer a wide range of sensory experiences and stimuli for visitors with sensory modulation needs.
- It is not stated whether participants can easily remove themselves from activities if they experience sensory overload or discomfort.
Service Animals
- All service animals are welcome on the premises.
- Service animals can enter all of the same spaces in which their owners are welcome.
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Operating Hours
Opening hours
MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayClosed
FridayClosed
SaturdayClosed
Sunday (Today)Closed