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People with disability

Find information for local residents and visitors to our Shire who are living with disability. To make your business or event more accessible visit our Improve accessibility page.

Learn about Council's commitment to inclusion in our Disability Action Plan 2023-2026(PDF, 1MB).

International Day for People with Disability (IDPwD)

Did you know that IDPwD is celebrated annually on 3 December? This year we’re looking at participation in sports…

Sports are actively enjoyed by many people with disability. They may participate for fun, or to win in competitions. Here are some videos featuring our local volunteer-run organisation, Riding for the Disabled (RDA) Daylesford.

Why does Billie like RDA? https://youtu.be/wPLlJ_04spU?si=c61iIb_CCLyjwlBj
How does Luke use a hoist to mount a horse? https://youtu.be/6DXu-vkPAvc
Maddison Cooke - who is ranked 9th in the world in dressage in Para grade 2 https://www.facebook.com/share/v/gbxuymvpTMWU4c7F/?mibextid=PkCAf5
What is Riding for the Disabled and how does it work? https://youtu.be/6kdtl1jLH7U

Local information for people with disability

Contacts for Home and community care for younger people, learn about the Disability Advisory Committee, find a recharge point for electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters or how to apply for a disabled parking permit.

Accessible Hepburn Shire

Information for visiting our shire and accessibility including access ramps, how to borrow the TrailRider, information on mobility maps and hospitality kits for people living with disability.