Victoria Park
Accessible to visitors who:
- 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.
- A step-free pathway circles the entire sporting ground and is accessible from multiple points of entrance.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
- Parking areas are not well-lit at night.
- Visitors transfering from the drivers side of the car, will need to be mindfull of the nearby bike lane when exiting their vehicle.
- 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.
- 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.
- Sports events at the venue do not use audiovisual equipment.
- Emergency alerts do not include both audio and visual warnings.
- Evacuation plans include provisions for people who are deaf or hard of hearing.
- When sporting events are not in session, the grounds of the arena are open for public use. This is a large public space that is accessible to visitors with deafness and limited hearing.
- 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 are welcome at Victoria Park.
Venue accessibility summary
Victoria Park is a largely accessible sports ground and stadium. There are multiple accessible entrances that offer step-free access to both the sports grounds and the stadium itself. The stadium provides accessible seating for wheelchair mobility scooter users.On the main level in front of the primary stands, when the venue is not in use for cricket matches and AFL matches, the grounds are open to the public for sport, recreation, and community leisure activities. All areas of the venue have a step-free pathway to be able to access each level of the venue, with the exception of the main stands and club facilities.
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Visitor experience
- 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 due to a nearby public restaurant.
- 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.
Wheelchair & 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.