Accessibility
We encourage a community that is accesible, inclusive and fair to all residents, workers and visitors of Woollahra.
A wide range of our venues, open spaces and events have dedicated accessibility features to ensure they can be used and enjoyed by all.
We are constantly working towards greater accessibility. If you have a suggestion or comment on accessibility please complete our online contact form.
Accessible venues
Woollahra Council Chambers
Double Bay
- 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
- Lift and ramp access to all levels and areas
- 4 accessible toilets
- Hearing loop facilities in Council Chambers and Thornton room
- Accessible change and shower facilities
Woollahra Library at Double Bay
Double Bay
- Wheelchair and pram-friendly access via lift
- Accessible parking is available in Kiaora Place car park
- Wheelchair access throughout the library
- Accessible toilets and a baby change table
Paddington Library
Paddington
- Wheelchair and pram-friendly with ramp access at the entrance
- Accessible toilet
Watsons Bay Library
Watsons Bay
- Wheelchair and pram-friendly with level ramp access at the entrance
- Accessible toilet with baby change table
Cooper Park Community Hall
Bellevue Hill
- Accessible toilet
- Wheelchair ramp and access throughout the hall
Cross St, Studio 1
Double Bay
- Level access from carpark
- Lift access from street
- Accessible toilet (MLAK key required)
Rose Bay Cottage
Rose Bay
- Level access and wheelchair access throughout venue
- Accessible toilet
- Baby change table
- Accessible parking at nearby golf course
Sherbrooke Hall
Double Bay
- Level access into hall
- Limited wheelchair access throughout the hall
- Accessible parking on street
The Bay Room
Double Bay
- Level access via car park and lift access from street
- Wheelchair access throughout the room
- Accessible toilet
The Gunyah
Watsons Bay
- Wheelchair ramp and access throughout the hall
- Accessible toilet
- Accessible parking
- Change table
The Studio at The Drill Hall
Rushcutters Bay
- Disabled access
- Accessible toilet
Accessible parks and playgrounds
Andrew Petrie Oval (Woollahra Oval 1)
Rose Bay
- Accessible toilet
- Accessible parking
Blackburn Gardens
Double Bay
- Wheelchair ramp access to the top of the garden
- Accessible toilets can be found in nearby Council Chambers during business hours
- Accessible parking is available in nearby Council Chambers
- Baby change table in outdoor amenities block
Camp Cove Beach
Watsons Bay
- Accessible parking at Cliff Street car park (Managed by National Parks and Wildlife Service)
Gibsons Beach Reserve
Watsons Bay
- Accessible parking in adjacent Marine Parade car park
Holdsworth Street Playground
Woollahra
- Level entry
- Accessible toilet with baby change table
- A ‘Nest’ swing allowing children of limited mobility to swing with other children or a parent or carer
- All abilities sensory panels and sensory tactile garden
Lyne Park
Rose Bay
- Accessible parking
- Accessible toilet (MLAK access required)
- Baby change table in the accessible toilet
Parsley Bay Playground
Vaucluse
- Accessible parking
- Ambulant toilet
- Integrated wheelchair equipment - a 'wheelspin' with wheelchair access
- A 'pod swing' with back support
- Quiet areas to the side of the main playspace provide calm spaces
- This inclusive playspace opened in September 2019 with funding assistance from the NSW Government’s Everyone Can Play Program.
Robertson Park
Watsons Bay
- Accessible toilet
- Accessible parking at Marine Parade car park (adjacent to Watsons Bay Baths)
Watsons Bay Baths
Watsons Bay
- All-ability water access ramp and two fully immersible wheelchairs - MLAK key required
- Wheelchair storage lockers - MLAK key required
- Accessible toilet in Robertson Park and Watsons Bay Library
- Accessible parking at Marine Parade Car Park
Woollahra Oval 2/3
Rose Bay
- Accessible toilet (MLAK access required)
- Accessible parking
Website accessibility
Our website has been built with accessibility in mind and we strive to meet all level A and level AA requirements of the W3C’s Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0.
We engage in regular automated and manual testing to ensure we comply with the guidelines and to ensure that we are providing an accessible experience for all of our users.
If you have difficulties accessing any information on this website, please contact our customer service team or submit website feedback online.
Current and planned works with accessible features
Sherbrooke Hall
Current works include a new accessible toilet and a ramp to provide access throughout the whole surface of the hall. The works will be completed in April 2020.
Preschool extension
Current works include an accessible playroom, external play space and toilet. Works will be completed in March 2020.
St Brigids
Upcoming works include a lift providing disabled access from New South Head Road to St Brigids and Blackburn Gardens. The works will be completed in 2020.
EJ Ward Community Centre
Upcoming works include the installation of a lift to provide access to the first floor and the creation of an accessible toilet. The works will be completed in July 2020.
Woollahra Golf Club
Completed works include a new wheelchair ramp providing access to the club house and an accessible car spot. The Club also provides an accessible toilet.