Accessible Beaches

Accessible Beaches Making Australian beaches accessible to everybody. Our mission is simple.

We want to improve the quality of life for more than four million Australians living with a disability by getting them back onto the beach.

20/01/2026

For every Australian, going to the beach on a summer’s day is something everyone should be able to experience.

This is now a possibility for everyone of all abilities living and visiting Frankston Beach in Victoria thanks to Australia’s most accessible beach pilot program. 🏖️

Follow .hryhorec as he spent the morning at the beach. He was even able to get food delivered right to his day bed!

If you haven’t already, make a booking and come check it out for yourself!

What a year it has been!Looking back on some of our achievements this past year:🏖️ Launched the Frankston Beach Pilot: A...
31/12/2025

What a year it has been!

Looking back on some of our achievements this past year:
🏖️ Launched the Frankston Beach Pilot: Australia’s Most Accessible Beach, an Australian-first fully staffed accessible beach with dedicated daybeds, shade and heaps of accessible equipment. Setting a new benchmark for beach accessibility in Australia

📝 Conducted Accessibility Audits of 11 beaches

🧍 Training sessions on Disability Awareness and Inclusive Practices�📰 Featured in a heap of media both print and digital campaigning for better access to our beaches for people of all abilities

🏢 Met with stakeholders from all levels of government advocating for improved beach access, policy change and more funding for beach access equipment

☀️ Countless hours advocating and guiding local councils and surf life saving clubs on their journey towards beach access

🌊 Witnessed dozens of beaches become accessible

There is still more to be done. We want every Australian to experience the joy of the beach, without barriers. 2026, let’s bring it on!

Merry Christmas from Accessible Beaches Australia!As the year draws to a close, we want to thank everyone for helping us...
24/12/2025

Merry Christmas from Accessible Beaches Australia!

As the year draws to a close, we want to thank everyone for helping us advocate for more accessible beaches in all of Australia.

💙To our volunteers: your time, energy, and smiles have made a real difference.
💛To the councils: thank you for supporting accessibility and inclusion in our communities.
💙To our donors and supporters: your generosity ensures everyone can enjoy the sand, sun, and surf.

Because of you, more people are experiencing the joy of the beach without barriers. 🏖️

From all of us at Accessible Beaches, we wish you a safe and happy Christmas!

Help us make Seaford Beach inclusive for everyone by joining the Beach Access Matting team! We need energetic volunteers...
22/12/2025

Help us make Seaford Beach inclusive for everyone by joining the Beach Access Matting team!

We need energetic volunteers to help roll out the welcome mat (literally!) on weekends and public holidays this summer.

If you love the outdoors, and don't mind a bit of light morning and evening activity, we want you!

Seaford Life Saving Club

18/12/2025

Together with City Council we are changing the narrative on beach accessibility in Australia. This pilot program is already proving that not only is a staffed accessible beach possible, it can thrive!

It is our hope to see this proof of concept adopted by councils around Australia and expanded to include facilities that enable everyone to enjoy the beach.

We applaud Frankston City Council for taking the crucial step to showcase how true inclusion is achievable on our beaches.

Thank you Kate for visiting our site in Frankston!

To learn more and make a booking visit FCC website by clicking on our link in bio

Video description: Video shows ABC reporter Kate Meade at Frankston Accessible Beach surrounded by daybeds, cool cabanas, a variety of beach access equipment and beach matting. It features the Accessible Beaches staff assisting participants and their families accessing the water and interviews with an Accessible Beaches Australia spokesperson, participants and a parent.

17/12/2025

Frankston has just launched an accessible beach like no other in Australia.

This is the first beach of its kind with dedicated staff to help people in and out of the water.

There are daybeds, shade umbrellas, and a full library of accessible beach equipment you can use to get into the water.

Supported by lifesavers thanks to Life Saving Victoria, along with an incredible team of council staff and volunteers.

This is what true inclusion on our beaches looks like, and we are proud to show Australia how it can be done.

If you want to make a booking, click the link now. https://www.frankston.vic.gov.au/Community-and-Health/Accessible-Beaches/Australias-Most-Accessible-Beach-Pilot

Spots are filling fast for summer, so jump in, lock it in, and come enjoy the beach.

Heading to the Australia's Most Accessible Beach in Frankston, Victoria? Here’s what to expect!On arrival:- Check in at ...
15/12/2025

Heading to the Australia's Most Accessible Beach in Frankston, Victoria? Here’s what to expect!

On arrival:
- Check in at your booked time with staff at the Coolcabana with customer service table.
- Staff will welcome you and show you to your Coolcabana.
- Staff may also ask you if you agree to appearing in photos of videos used to promote the Accessible Beach Pilot program. This is optional. Saying no will not affect your ability to participate.

What to expect at end of your session:
- Staff will notify you when your session is coming to an end.
- Staff will invite you to complete a participant feedback survey.

We look forward to welcoming you to an inclusive and enjoyable day at the beach! 🌊



Image Description:
A sunny beach scene with a large banner that reads “Australia’s most accessible beach.” Three people are standing together near the banner, and one person is seated in a wheelchair. In the background, there are a few people on the sand and near the water, with beach chairs visible. The sky is bright with scattered clouds.

Frankston made history today. 🏖️The local community came together and sent a clear message to all Australians that every...
05/12/2025

Frankston made history today. 🏖️

The local community came together and sent a clear message to all Australians that everyone belongs at the beach. No barriers. No limits. No leaving people out of the fun.

Today in partnership with Frankston City Council we launched the nations first staffed accessible beach program. Beach matting rolled out. Beach equipment ready to go. Volunteers and lifeguards helping people in and out of the sea. Real inclusion right there on the sand.

The launch of the Accessible Beach project is more than a new initiative. It is a turning point in who gets to enjoy our coastline. Everyone can now reach the water with confidence and dignity.

Shane Hryhorec

IT’S OFFICIAL, WE’VE LAUNCHED! This Saturday, 6 December, Frankston Beach becomes the most accessible beach in Australia...
01/12/2025

IT’S OFFICIAL, WE’VE LAUNCHED!

This Saturday, 6 December, Frankston Beach becomes the most accessible beach in Australia, a milestone delivered with that could change summer for thousands of Australians living with disability.

With your support, this pilot can grow and be rolled out nationwide. Every booking is more than a beach trip, it’s a step toward a more inclusive Australia.

Bookings are FREE for 1 hour and 45 minutes. You’ll have access to:
- Bookable shaded daybeds
- CoolCabanas
- Beach wheelchairs and walkers
- Matting right to the water
- A transfer hoist
- Friendly trained staff and volunteers
- Patrols by

We can’t wait to welcome you and together, build a future where beaches are for everyone.

For more information & to book visit: https://www.frankston.vic.gov.au/Community-and-Health/Accessible-Beaches/Australias-Most-Accessible-Beach-Pilot

IT’S OFFICIAL, WE’VE LAUNCHED! This Saturday, 6 December, Frankston Beach becomes the most accessible beach in Australia...
01/12/2025

IT’S OFFICIAL, WE’VE LAUNCHED!

This Saturday, 6 December, Frankston Beach becomes the most accessible beach in Australia, a milestone delivered with Frankston City Council that could change summer for thousands of Australians living with disability.

With your support, this pilot can grow and be rolled out nationwide. Every booking is more than a beach trip, it’s a step toward a more inclusive Australia.

Bookings are FREE for 1 hour and 45 minutes. You’ll have access to:
- Bookable shaded daybeds
- CoolCabanas
- Beach wheelchairs and walkers
- Matting right to the water
- A transfer hoist
- Friendly trained staff and volunteers
- Patrols by Life Saving Victoria

We can’t wait to welcome you and together, build a future where beaches are for everyone.

For more information & to book visit: https://www.frankston.vic.gov.au/Community-and-Health/Accessible-Beaches/Australia%E2%80%99s-Most-Accessible-Beach-Pilot

🏖️ Tallebudgera Creek - a 5 star accessible experience. Tallebudgera Creek delivers an exceptional accessible experience...
27/11/2025

🏖️ Tallebudgera Creek - a 5 star accessible experience.

Tallebudgera Creek delivers an exceptional accessible experience. From well located accessible parking, to a Changing Places facility and a welcoming Life Saving Club, Tallebudgera has it all. A wide concrete pathway leads to beach matting which runs to the hard sand. The waterway is calm, without waves, which allows full immersion in the floating wheelchairs. The beach matting is available on the weekends from September to May. A beach wheelchair can be booked at Neptune Royal Life Saving Club.

Here’s why Tallebudgera Creek stands out for accessibility:
- Accessible Parking
- Changing Places
- Lead up pathways
- Accessible beach matting
- Beach wheelchair availability
- Accessible bathroom
- Accessible Shade

With these features, Tallebudgera Creek is designed for everyone to enjoy!



Image description:
The photo shows an outdoor setting near a beach access point. In the centre, there is a person seated in a specialised beach wheelchair with large yellow flotation wheels designed for accessibility on sand and water. The wheelchair is positioned on a bright blue mat that creates a smooth pathway over the sandy ground. Surrounding the seated individual are three people standing, appearing to assist or supervise the process.

🏄 Imagine the joy of a first swim.For some Australians with disabilities, it’s a dream they’ve never lived.�Your donatio...
20/11/2025

🏄 Imagine the joy of a first swim.

For some Australians with disabilities, it’s a dream they’ve never lived.�Your donation helps us advocate for that dream: supporting the work that pushes accessibility forward.

Accessible Beaches Australia advocates to make more beaches accessible. How can you help?
- Click the ‘Donate Now’ button on our website.
- Call 1300 721 328.
- Mail a cheque to Accessible Beaches Australia Ltd, 316 Hoddle Street, Abbotsford VIC, 3067.

Let's make make more beaches accessible! 💙

Image description:
A long blue access mat extends from a concrete pathway across the sand toward the shoreline on a sunny beach. Calm waves roll in under a bright blue sky, and surf lifesaving flags mark the swimming area. Overlaid blue diagonal banners with white text read: 'Donate to make a change’. The Accessible Beaches logo appears in the top right corner in blue and white.

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