Disability Inclusion

Woollahra Council provides support for local residents living with disability through the provision of accessible community facilities, direct services, the allocation of grants and subsidies to local disability focused projects and through consultation with an Inclusion (Disability, Aged and Carers) Advisory Committee.

Our Disability Inclusion Action Plan

Under the NSW Disability Inclusion Act 2014, all local councils must develop a Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP)(PDF, 2MB) every four years. These plans outline practical steps to improve inclusion for people with disability in the community.

The NSW Government has identified four key focus areas for DIAPs:

Positive community attitudes and behaviours
Liveable communities
Access to meaningful employment
Improved access to information and services

For more details, visit the NSW Government DIAP webpage.

Council's current DIAP (2022-2026),(PDF, 2MB) adopted on 27 June 2022, is in its final year and will be replaced by the 2026-2030 DIAP, scheduled for adoption in May 2026.

Our Achievements

Over the past four years, Council has delivered significant improvements, including:

Installing beach access matting at Camp Cove
Awarding $48,811 in grants to aged and disability-focused projects
Adding accessible play equipment in playground upgrades (Lyne Park, Spring Street Reserve)
Upgrading Trumper Park pathways for full accessibility

Looking Ahead

The 2026-2030 DIAP reaffirms Council's commitment to creating an inclusive community where people with disability can live, work, and visit with ease. Developed through extensive consultation with people with lived experience, service providers, the Inclusion Advisory Committee, internal staff, and key stakeholders - with support from the Physical Disability Council of NSW - the plan reflects community priorities for the next four years.

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DIAP 2026-2030 Community Workshop facilitated by Physical Disability Council of NSW

Woollahra Council Disability Inclusion Action Plan working group

Services & Resources

Local Services

Holdsworth
Supports people with disability, are an NDIS provider, and supply nutritious quality meals delivered to your home.
Miroma (Inala)
Provides tailored services and support programs, including training and recreational activities.
JewishCare
Provides a wide range of services and resources helping people with a disability and their families.
NDIS Local Area Coordinator
Locate the closest NDIS and Partner Office.

Service Provider Listings

Service Seeker
A free database which contains information about local disability, aged care, health, and homelessness services.
National Disability Information Gateway
Developed by the Department of Social Services to help people living with disability, their families and carers to find trusted information and services. You can contact the Gateway on 1800 643 787.
Hireup
Australia's largest NDIS registered online platform where you can find NDIS support workers in your area.

Local Activities

Woollahra Libraries
Provides a Home Library Service for those unable to come to the library because of illness or disability.
Sailability Rushcutters Bay
Experience the freedom and excitement of sailing on Sydney Harbour.
Watsons Bay Baths
Australia's first deep water wheelchair access to a tidal harbour pool. Access to the aquatic wheelchairs stored on site requires an MLAK key. KLAK Keys are available for purchase from the National Support office of the Master of Locksmiths Association (MLAA) or from many MLAA Business members.
Maccabi NSW All Abilities Program
Sporting and recreational activities for people living with disability.
NSW Friendship Circle
Activities for children and teenagers, school holiday camps and getaways, young adult programs, and social events that raise awareness and inclusion.

Support for Carers & Family Members

Carer Gateway
A free support program which provides emotional and practical services and support for carers.
Holdsworth Carers
Helping carers to make choices for family members to improve their quality of life.
Little Dreamers
Supporting young people who provide care for family members living with disability.

Events

International Day of People with Disability

3 December is International Day of People with Disability - a day to challenge stereotypes and celebrate the contributions, skills and achievements of people living well with disability. Council host an event annually to celebrate this very special and important day.

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Access Art event 2024 - "We are all made of stories" workshop facilitated by Deaf artist Sue Joe Wright and Angie Goto