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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.

10/03/2026

Help us create an Australia where everyone, regardless of ability, can share the joy of a day at the beach.

Together, we can break down barriers and build a more inclusive coastline, bringing the freedom of the beach to everyone. Donate today to make it happen.

How to Donate: Use the link below or link in our bio to make a donation today. All donations are tax deductible.

Link To Donate: https://accessiblebeaches.com/checkout/donate?donatePageId=626b97b80d13d3686ea848fc

05/03/2026

SBS wrote an article about Michael, who is an active and valuable member of the lifeguard team at Port Macquarie Life Saving Club.

"There were some days where I woke up and … I just wanted to give up," he said.

"It [surf lifesaving] helps me to keep thinking, 'Well, I can do things and if it helps someone in the community, then it's worthwhile."

The club President says Michael had become an "invaluable member of our team" since joining in 2024.

"We work with his strengths, just like we would with any other member of our patrol," she said.

True inclusion is seeing people's strengths, where they can contribute and including them to be able to utilise those skills to the best of their abilities.

Great work Michael and the Port Macquarie Life Saving Club, showing the rest of how to get it done!

Read the article here: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02-15/wheelchair-user-surf-lifesaver-port-macquarie/106342866?utm_source=abc_news_app&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_campaign=abc_news_app&utm_content=mail

03/03/2026

Residents of Port Macquarie!!

Beach matting is being trialled at Town Beach for the next four weeks.

We know you have been asking for beach access in the region for a long time so now is your chance to trial out the matting and let Council know your feedback.

The weather this week is looking perfect for some beach days so get down there and give it a go!

Let's make this the first milestone in delivering all abilities beach access in the region.

26/02/2026

Are you in WA this summer and looking for the perfect beach to visit?

Head to Hillarys Beach! The Harbour has been developed to be accessible to all, offering unique facilities for people with disabilities, including: universal access floating pontoon, fishing platform, beach access pathway, a beach wheelchair, accessible barbecue facilities, drinking fountains and hotel rooms specifically tailored for people with limited mobility. 🌊

Here’s why Hillarys Beach stands out for accessibility:
- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Bathroom
- Accessible Beach Matting
- Beach wheelchair availability
- Retail within 150 metres
- Lead up Pathways
- Accessible Shaded Area
- Accessible Surf Life Saving Club

With these features, Hillarys Beach is designed for everyone to enjoy!

24/02/2026

This is your last chance to visit Australia's Most Accessible Beach Pilot!

Thanks to Frankston City Council Saving Victoria , our volunteers and every single person who visited, supported and shared the program. Together, we’ve helped showcase what a beach accessibility can look like.

If you’ve been meaning to come down, now is the time. We’d love to welcome you before the pilot wraps up.

For Program details and to make a booking visit this link https://www.frankston.vic.gov.au/Community-and-Health/Accessible-Beaches/Australias-Most-Accessible-Beach-Pilot

19/02/2026

Lucia is proof that people with disabilities can be successful active members of patrols, making meaningful contributions to the team. We applaud Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club on their commitment to inclusion and showing the rest of Australia what can be achieved together.

May stories like this become the norm!

17/02/2026

🚨 Your donation delivers real impacts to people with disabilities

Your donation delivers meaningful impacts by enabling us to advocate on behalf of people with disabilities when their own voices are not being heard. Ensuring they are valued and real change is achieved!

DONATE NOW and make a real impact!

How to Donate:
- 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.

Support a grassroots organisation, knowing that every dollar is used efficiently to make a real impact to people who need it.

Image description: Two people are at the beach, one sitting in a wheelchair holding a pair of beach shoes while the other stands beside them with a cane and a hand resting supportively on their shoulder. Both are wearing sun hats, and the ocean waves are visible in the background. Text on the image reads “DONATE NOW TO MAKE AN IMPACT,” and a small “Accessible Beaches” logo appears in the corner.

12/02/2026

What a fantastic initiative, real, meaningful action for true inclusion on our beaches.

Well done Surf Life Saving Australia 👏

10/02/2026

Australia's Most Accessible Beach Pilot is almost at its end!

There are only three weeks left of Australia’s first fully staffed accessible beach pilot. We can't believe it, we've had such a blast down at Frankston over the Summer.

So if you have been thinking about giving it a go, book your daybeds now! There's a heap of beach wheelchairs and walkers, shade, and friendly staff to help everyone enjoy the water.

For Program details and to make a booking visit this link https://www.frankston.vic.gov.au/Community-and-Health/Accessible-Beaches/Australias-Most-Accessible-Beach-Pilot

💙 Powered by community, delivered in collaboration between Frankston City Council, Accessible Beaches Australia and Life Saving Victoria

08/02/2026

REPOST AQA Community:

Join our friends at AQA for their Annual Community BBQ!

This Community BBQ is an opportunity to:
☀️ Connect and network with others
☀️ Celebrate independence and resilience
☀️ Get onto the beach and into the water
☀️ Learn more about the services AQA provides

Location: Altona Lifesaving Club, 127 Esplanade, Altona
Date: Saturday 14 February, 12-4PM
RSVP now: https://ow.ly/eIpb50XK6ia

05/02/2026

Following the article in the Daily Telegraph earlier this week regarding pram parking, accessible Beaches Australia's Bern Walker says “When the ramp is filled with prams, as shown in the TikTok, then access for people in wheelchairs and mobility challenges is hindered,”

"When these scenes are regularly occurring it is the responsibility of the council to find a solution that enables access for everyone...Whatever solution is reached, the access needs of everyone need to be considered, particularly people with disabilities and mobility challenges, including our ageing population that may have difficulty navigating the sand.

She goes on to say “Universal access just makes sense, then people with prams and beach carts can use them also.”

What do you think about scenes like this? What do you think needs to change?

Article: https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/lifestyle/parenting/viral-bondi-video-exposes-australias-wider-beach-problem/news-story/137f6c44a313e435cd1d4f7447b0d0df

03/02/2026

REPOST !

American expat Lex B was surprised learning about the beach mats at Noosa Beach. Accessible Beaches Australia advocates to make more beaches in Australia accessible.

Kitting out a beach to make it permanently accessible can cost as little as $30,000 and often less if the infrastructure is already in place, with a bus stop installation usually costing double this amount", says Shane Hryhorec, Founder and Chair of Accessible Beaches Australia.

He goes on to say it's “not an unsolvable problem” and more funding would revolutionise our beloved beaches.

Grant applications are currently open for Tranche 2 of Accessible Australia funding. Councils and NFP's can apply for:

Inclusive beaches - 100% of costs for portable equipment such as beach matting, beach wheelchairs, beach walkers and portable ramps. Up to $30,000
Portable Changing Places - 100% of costs up to $200,000
Fixed place Changing Places - 50% of costs up to $125,000

How to apply?
NSW: https://www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding/accessible-australia-tranche-2. **Closing Date 4th March**

South Australia: Contact Department Human Services dhsstatedisabilitypolicy@sa.gov.au. **Closing Date 23rd March**

Victoria: Contact Department Families, Fairness and Housing ofd@dffh.vic.gov.au

More information on this funding can be found here: https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/accessible-australia

Fact sheets on each funding stream can be found here: https://www.health.gov.au/resources/collections/accessible-australia-initiative-fact-sheets?language=en

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