When I was a child travelling around the world for six months with my parents, we visited Venice. I was entranced by the gondolas and their singing guides, but our budget didn’t stretch far enough to use one to explore Venice’s canals. I badly wanted …
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Skypoint Observation Deck – accessible Gold Coast activities
There’s no better way to get your bearings and enjoy stunning views of the Gold Coast than with a visit to Skypoint Observation Deck, located at the top of the Q1 building in the heart of Surfers Paradise. It’s also the tallest observation tower in …
Slideways Go Karting Gold Coast – tandem go karting
If Braeden was writing this and telling you about his highlights from his time on the Gold Coast, it would be a combination of all the people he met and riding in a tandem kart at Slideways Go Karting Gold Coast. Anyone that’s been following our …
REVIEW OF KIA CARNIVAL PLATINUM FOR WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY
We got a new car! Meet Kim the Kia. How did I come up with that name? Well, to be frank the car has an impressive booty like another Kim K (Kardashian). Hubby doesn’t approve of the name, but it feels right to the rest of us. The impressive boot …
A SOUND EASTER EGG HUNT FOR VISUALLY IMPAIRED OR BLIND CHILDREN & ADULTS
Braeden loves any reason for a celebration and particularly likes activities we all do together as a family so we try to always ensure he can participate in everything, even if that means some modifications. We've previously written about a …
RAINY DAY WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE ACTIVITY SUGGESTIONS
Braeden is out every day with his support workers and the wet summer has meant we've had to come up with lots of indoor activities. I'm not going to lie, it's been so hard to keep variety in his days. It's not easy dealing with getting Braeden in and …
Jurassic World by Brickman at The Australian Museum – Accessible Sydney
I may not have the patience to piece together a large Lego set but that only increases my admiration for those who do. So last week when Braeden and I found ourselves with an unexpected free day, we headed to The Australian Museum to check out …
NATIONAL GALLERY OF VICTORIA (NGV) – GABRIELLE CHANEL – ACCESSIBLE MELBOURNE
You don't need to be a fashion tragic to enjoy the National Gallery of Victoria's exhibition, Gabrielle Chanel. Fashion Manifesto. It's a fascinating insight into the woman and designer. After visiting the exhibition while I was in Melbourne I came …
THE LUME Melbourne – Van Gogh – Accessible Melbourne
Last week I had the pleasure of returning to Melbourne after an absence of several years. It was so lovely to be back. Two nights wasn't long enough to do all I wanted to do but on the recommendation of a friend I dropped in to see THE LUME …
Volo: Dreams of Flight – Adelaide Fringe – South Australian Museum
Festivals are such a wonderful opportunity for unique experiences to be brought to our shores. In my voluntary work with Sydney Festival I've been excited each year to see what's new and to watch the way performances and installations have been …
