I've been visiting Kangaroo Valley since I was a child. This quiet town is about two hours south of Sydney (give or take) and is the perfect spot for a day trip or weekend getaway. On our most recent stay we found the countryside in Kangaroo Valley …
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NSW RAIL MUSEUM THIRLMERE – ACCESSIBLE RAILWAY FUN
We never miss an opportunity to take our transport-loving guy somewhere that will indulge his passion. It's been a long time between visits to the NSW Rail Museum in Thirlmere and yet again it didn't disappoint. With over 100 trains, locomotives and …
DAWSON-DAMER WATER PARK ORAN PARK – WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE SYDNEY
It's a sign that we are moving towards a more inclusive society when a new water park opens and not only does the council include a choice of water wheelchairs and inclusive playground elements, but also a Changing Places bathroom facility. We …
BLUE MOUNTAINS – WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE GUIDE
On Sydney’s door step, the mystique of the Blue Mountains is a magnet for day-trippers and weekenders alike. With plenty of accessible activities and accommodation we think the Blue Mountains should be a must-visit for everyone. I've lost count of …
OKARITO WETLAND WALK – WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE NEW ZEALAND
Some of the best travel finds come when things don't go to plan. When weather conditions prevented us from doing a helicopter trip to Franz Josef at the planned time, we were left with an afternoon for exploring. We decided to check out the small …
CEREBRAL PALSY ALLIANCE GYM – ACCESSIBLE GYM PROGRAM
Last year BJ started at the Cerebral Palsy Alliance gym. I honestly didn't think it would be a success but I'm always keen to give BJ the opportunity to try new things. I figured if it was a success, fantastic. If not, it would be no great loss. At …
CAR FRIDGE FOR TRAVEL – DISABILITY EQUIPMENT SOLUTIONS
We're always on the look out for equipment or gadgets which will make our travels easier. Before Christmas Hubby suggested we buy a car fridge. At first I was dubious as I'd always associated them with camping, but it turns out it's a super useful …
DRY ICE EXPERIMENTS – WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE FUN
It's creepy and it's kooky but it's also deliciously fun. Dry ice experiments had us laughing, blocking our ears and entertained over the weekend. If you're stuck at home avoiding crowds due to Covid, or looking for a fun stay-at-home activity for a …
PORT MACQUARIE – WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE GUIDE
We've visited Port Macquarie more than any other destination in Australia. We usually visit once or twice a year and I've been a regular to the region since I was a child. We feel Port, as the locals call it, is our second home. That familiarity …
JUNEE ROUNDHOUSE RAILWAY MUSEUM – WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE ACTIVITIES JUNEE
As a family that drives or flies to our destinations, we don't really think about the important role the railway played in linking the city with rural towns in Australia in the past. It's fantastic to see that rail history is being preserved at the …
