Storm Water Reserve
Accessible to visitors who:
- The main entrance and pathway provide step-free access, suitable for people using wheelchairs, mobility scooters, or walking aids.
- The reception area is easy to navigate for visitors using wheelchairs, powerchairs, mobility scooters, or walking aids.
- The site does not contain any steps or escalators.
- All entrances, passageways, and doorways have a minimum width of 0.81 metres, accommodating wheelchairs, powerchairs, and mobility scooters.
- All flooring, including footpaths, has non-slippery surfaces.
- There is no gender-neutral restroom available.
- This site does not have designated and clearly-marked accessible parking spaces.
- 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 to support visitors with blindness or low vision.
- The reserve is a large outdoor space with walking paths and cycle ways.
- Visitors with blinds and low vision should be advised of fast-moving bicycles and visitors who use electric scooters when attending this reserve.
- The reserve also has close proximity to a wetland area and large grassy fields.
- here is no clear distinction between where the gravel paths, grass fields, and the wetlands begin at some portions of this venue.
- The Reserve is a large outdoor space that consists of walking and cycling paths.
- Visitors with deafness and limited hearing should be aware of passing bikes and electric scooters when visiting this area.
- Information for emergency alerts is relayed through visitor mobile phones.
- The Reserve is a large outdoor space consisting primarily of walking and cycling paths and reserve green spaces that border canals and creeks.
- This venue does not offer any sheltered spaces in the event of inclement weather.
- Strong smells from the wetlands are prevalent in portions of the reserve.
- The entrances to the reserve are located next to a busy street.
- All service animals are welcome on the premises.
- Service animals can enter all of the same spaces in which their owners are welcome.
Venue accessibility summary
Storm Water Reserve offers step-free access to its main entrance and pathways, making it accessible for people using wheelchairs and mobility scooters. However, the venue lacks designated accessible parking and accessible restroom facilities, which may pose challenges for some visitors. Service animals are welcome across all areas of the reserve.
Visitor experience
- Visitors can reach this site using public transport.
- The available mode of public transport is a bus.
- The closest public transport stop is located within 200 metres of the venue entrance.
- There are no designated drop-off and pick-up points or loading zones.
- Activities held at this site are not suitable for participants who are neurodiverse.
- There is no designated breakout room or quiet space available for visitors who require it.
- Information on whether activities offer a wide range of sensory experiences and stimuli for visitors with sensory modulation needs is not available.
- Information on whether participants can easily remove themselves from activities if they experience sensory overload or discomfort is not available.
- Information on whether this venue hosts any events or activities is not available.
- Information on whether events or activities use audiovisual equipment is not available.
- Details regarding closed captions, subtitles, or Sign Language interpretation for videos in events are not available.
- Details regarding audio descriptions for videos in events are not available.
- This venue is not staffed.
- Information on whether staff have received training on accessibility and inclusion for visitors is not available.
- Information on whether staff members are aware of accessible features and services available within this venue is not available.
Wheelchair & Mobility Scooter Access
- The main entrance and pathway provide step-free access.
- The reception area is easy to navigate for mobility aid users.
- The venue does not have any steps, and all flooring is non-slippery.
- All doorways have a minimum width of 0.81 metres, but doors are not easy to open with one hand.
Accessible Parking
- There are no designated accessible parking spaces.
- The closest parking is over 50 metres from the entrance and is not well-lit at night.
- There is no sufficient room for self-transfer at parking spaces.
- Designated drop-off and pick-up points are not available.
Accessible Restrooms
- No gender-neutral restrooms are available, and there is only one accessible bathroom stall which is not clearly labelled.
- The restroom interior is not accessible for wheelchairs, and grabrails are not available or easily reachable.
- Handwashing and drying facilities are not within easy reach of a wheelchair user.
- The restroom door cannot be operated with one hand and cannot be unlocked by staff in an emergency.
Blindness & Low Vision
- A safe footpath leads to the main entrance.
- However, tactile ground surface indicators are not present on the pathway to the main entrance.
- Specific information about suitability of activities or audio descriptions for videos is not available.
Deafness & Limited Hearing
- Information on the suitability of activities for participants who are deaf or experience limited hearing is not available.
- Details regarding closed captions, subtitles, or Sign Language interpretation for videos are not provided.
Neurodiverse Support
- Activities at this site are not suitable for neurodiverse participants.
- There is no designated breakout room or quiet space for visitors requiring it.
- Information on sensory experiences, managing sensory overload, or staff intervention for audiovisual systems is not available.
Service Animals
- Service animals are welcomed throughout the entire venue.
- They are permitted in all spaces where their owners are welcome.