Physical access for all abilities
Provide ramps, wide paths, accessible toilets, and seating.
Thanks for your feedback. This consultation closed at 11.59pm on Sunday 5 July 2026.
We consulted with the community on the draft Universal Design and Disability Inclusion Policy from 1 June to 5 July 2026.
The Universal Design and Disability Inclusion Policy replaces the Access and Inclusion Strategy 2018–2024.
The new policy establishes Council’s priorities in creating a more inclusive, accessible and welcoming community for people of all abilities.
This Policy demonstrates a commitment to a universal design approach.
Universal design means creating things so they can be used by as many people as possible. It helps people with disability and makes things easier for everyone.
Timeline item 1 - complete
Community consultation
Monday 1 June to Sunday 5 July 2026
We shared the draft Universal Design and Inclusion Policy with the community and invited you to provide feedback.
Timeline item 2 - complete
Reviewing feedback
July to October 2026
We reviewed your feedback and used it to finalise the Policy.
Timeline item 3 - complete
Endorsed at Council Meeting
Tuesday 13 October 2026
Council endorsed Yarra's first Universal Design and Disability Inclusion Policy.
Provide ramps, wide paths, accessible toilets, and seating.
Create quiet areas, low-glare lighting, and reduced background noise.
Use high-contrast signage, large fonts, braille, and tactile maps.
Include hearing loops, clear announcements, and visual alerts.
Use plain language, simple guides, and predictable layouts and formats.
Offer information in print, digital, pictograms, captions, and alternative formats.
Provide seating, rest areas, and non-slip surfaces.
Design clear wayfinding, level entrances, and accessible paths.
Ensure adaptable space and facilities, programs and services to accommodate all need.
Person-centred services and supportive interactions for people of all abilities.
Improve Yarra's buildings, parks, streets and transport to ensure equitable access and inclusion.
Deliver Council services, programs and information in ways that everyone can access and participate.
Council can use its role as a civic leader, partner and connector to encourage inclusive practices, strengthen pathways and promote opportunities across Yarra.
Build a community where people with disability feel safe and supported.
Promote disability inclusion, pride and belonging in Yarra.
Collect meaningful data, track progress and keep improving disability inclusion across Council.
Join us at our pop-up event where you can speak to us in person, find out more and give us your feedback.
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