
Victoria Park
Level green grass oval bordered by a flat concrete path and low metal fence. In the background, tiered grandstands and a multi-storey brick pavilion. Tall metal light poles stand at the edge.
Level street access to multi-storey centre and curved grandstand. Asphalt car parks, concrete footpaths and stadium lighting surround a green grass oval and brick buildings with solar panels.Overview
Victoria Park is an AFL and Cricket Stadium that enables full pitch access to community members during non-training and game times. The venue itself is a large outdoor space that is welcoming to all of the visitors and their pets.
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Visitor walkthrough 2023
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Arriving at the venue photo 12- The main entrance and pathways to the venue are step-free and accessible.
- The path to the entrance is smooth paved and includes a gentle slope.
- Tactile ground surface indicators are present at the main entrance.
- Public transport (bus and train) stops are located 50-100 metres from the venue entrance, though their wheelchair accessibility is unsure.
- There are no designated drop-off or loading zones, nor a reception or information desk near the entrance.
- Clear signage is displayed for the venue's entrance, which features an open storefront style.
- As an open-air venue, Victoria Park is susceptible to crowd and speaker noise during events, and changing weather conditions.
- Visitors can easily step away from activities or events if they experience sensory overload or discomfort.
- Strong scents are present in the area between the bleachers and accessible restrooms.
- The venue does not offer a range of sensory experiences, quiet hours, or designated quiet spaces for neurodiverse visitors.
- No captions, audio descriptions, hearing loops, tactile exhibits, braille signage, or large-print materials are available.
- Victoria Park regularly hosts sporting events, and information about dates, times, and nature of these events is provided in advance via the venue's website.
- Events at the venue do not use audiovisual equipment.
- Evacuation routes are accessible to wheelchair and mobility aid users, and the evacuation point is safe and easy to access.
- Clear directions, signs, and maps are available to guide visitors, including to emergency exits.
- Staff are available to assist those needing mobility support during emergencies.
- Some staff members have received training on accessibility and inclusion for visitors.
- Staff are aware of the venue's accessible features and services and can provide assistance when needed.
- Accessibility inclusion training is provided upon induction and on a bi-monthly/annual basis, along with emergency preparedness training.
- Staff have received training on assisting people with disability during emergencies.
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Accessibility overview photo 23Wheelchair & Mobility Scooter Access
- The main entrance and pathways to the oval are step-free and accessible.
- Accessible seating areas are available in the front of each grandstand section, specifically two sections for wheelchair users in front of sections 1-3.
- The pathway to the entrance is smooth paved with a gentle slope.
- Stadium bleachers can only be accessed via steps, with no alternative accessible route available for wheelchair users.
- Accessible parking spaces do not provide adequate room to transfer to a wheelchair from driver and passenger car doors.
- Visitors using accessible street parking will need to transfer to a nearby bike lane before accessing a kerb cut.
Accessible Parking
- There are 6 designated accessible parking spaces available as street parking.
- The closest accessible parking is located within 30 metres of the main entrance.
- Parking spaces have a kerb cut providing level entry to a footpath.
- The accessible parking area is uncovered and not well-lit at night.
- Visitors are required to transfer into the nearby bike lane before accessing a kerb cut to the sports grounds.
Accessible Restrooms
- A gender-neutral and clearly labelled accessible restroom is available behind the bleachers.
- The restroom interior is accessible to wheelchair users, measuring at least 2 metres x 1.6 metres.
- The accessible restroom door can be opened, locked, and unlocked with one hand, and staff can unlock it in an emergency.
- Features include grab rails, an accessible toilet height (450-480mm), and a transfer space to the right of the toilet.
- The basin, taps, mirror, and soap dispenser are all accessible for wheelchair users.
- Toilet paper is easily reachable, and the flush can be operated with one hand.
Blindness & Low Vision
- A safe footpath is available to the entrance for people who are blind or have low vision.
- The main entrance and the top of all stairs are equipped with tactile ground surface indicators.
- All floors, ramps, and paths have non-slip surfaces, and contrasts in colour or texture are used to assist visitors with low vision.
- Signage for the venue's entrance is displayed clearly.
- Glass doors or walls are not clearly marked for people with low vision.
- Unmarked seats and steps in the oval seating area, particularly the top section, lack tactile ground markings, posing a potential hazard for visitors with blindness and low vision.
Deafness & Limited Hearing
- Events at the venue do not use audiovisual equipment.
- Captions, subtitles, or sign language are not available for video content.
- Hearing loops or assistive listening devices are not available.
- Emergency alerts do not include both audio and visual warnings.
- Evacuation plans include provisions for people who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Neurodiverse Support
- Visitors can easily step away from activities or events if they experience sensory overload or discomfort.
- The venue is an open-air sports field and stadium, susceptible to changing weather conditions.
- Areas near the bleachers and accessible restrooms have stronger scents due to proximity to a public restaurant.
- The venue does not offer a range of sensory experiences, quiet hours for neurodiverse visitors, or designated quiet spaces.
Service Animals
- Service animals are welcome at Victoria Park.
Upcoming events
Opening hours
Monday6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Quiet hours2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday (Today)6:00 AM – 7:00 PM