When we travelled to New York as a family we loved using the New York subway system. There are some challenges for wheelchair users. Not all the subway stations are accessible and the wait to use the elevators to get to and from the platforms can be …
Travel
THE BLIND CHEF CAFE & DESSERT BAR – ACCESSIBLE DINING SYDNEY
Recently I was watching The Project (Australian current affairs TV show) and I saw a promotion for a story coming up that stopped me in my tracks. I knew it would be of interest, not only to myself, but to our HWWT readers. After seeing the segment …
VICTORIA PARK NATURE RESERVE – ACCESSIBLE BRYON BAY AND SURROUNDS
Finding ways to be immersed in nature is often difficult as a wheelchair user, so it's always exciting to discover an interesting wheelchair accessible walk when we are travelling. When we read about Victoria Park Nature Reserve near Alstonville in …
KANGAROO VALLEY ACCESSIBILITY – WOMBATS, SHOPPING & PICNICS
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 …
SOUTH CRONULLA BEACH – POWER BEACH WHEELCHAIR – ACCESSIBLE SYDNEY BEACH
We popped on down to South Cronulla Beach on the weekend to check out the beach matting. We didn't realise it needs to be booked in advance therefore it wasn't out, but we did get to check out the rest of the facilities. BJ also had the opportunity …
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 …
HOLBROOK SUBMARINE MUSEUM – WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
It feels counterintuitive to head to a rural town to see a submarine, but that's exactly what we did while staying in Wagga Wagga in New South Wales. We took an afternoon drive to the town of Holbrook to visit the Holbrook Submarine …
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 …
