What you need to know
We are committed to a more inclusive and accessible city, where everyone can access everything and feel empowered to do so.
People with disabilities face discrimination if housing, education, transport, employment, health services and information technology are not accessible. This exclusion means fewer opportunities for education and employment. Well planned cities mean people with disabilities, their families and communities are happier socially and are better off financially.
Accessible Moonee Valley will give you information on:
- Accessing services and supports
- Accessing the community
- Accessing transport
- Accessing attractions and accommodation
- Access Fact Sheets
Get social!
Our support includes care planning, community based social and leisure opportunities, outreach, advocacy and policy development, all of which is guided by our Disability Action Plan.
Our programs include:
- The Lab
- Social Connections
- Caring for Carers
Want to know more? click here
Accessing services and support
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) supports people with a permanent and significant disability that affects their ability to take part in everyday activities.
The scheme is available for people under the age of 65 who have a significant or permanent disability. For more information about the NDIS click here
Carers
Sign up for our Caring for carers program which provides supports to people who care for others.
Libraries
Our beautiful libraries offer a range of books in alternate formats. To view our e-book, e-audio, large print and talking book collections click here
- Quiet story time is a calm, sensory story time for children who need a little bit more support
- The Next Chapter Book Club is a book club for adults with an intellectual disability.
- Our libraries host a range of accessible activities and events. To find out what’s on click here.
Accessing the community
The mobility map provides information about accessible facilities in the Moonee Ponds Activity Precinct. Hard copies of the map are also available at Civic Centre, 9 Kellaway Avenue Moonee Ponds.
Changing facilitites
To find adult changing facilities across the municipality click here.
Accessible toilets
A list of accessible toilets across Moonee Valley is available here.
Recharge points
Council has some facilities with recharge points for electric wheelchairs and scooters. To find the nearest Recharge points click here.
Parking
The MPAC mobility map shows accessible car parks. To find more accessible parking in Moonee Valley download the Park Moonee Valley App.
Need a disabled parking permit? Click here to find out how to apply.
Community halls
Looking for an accessible affordable venue. Try one of our community centre or halls.
Hearing loops
A hearing loop has been installed at the Clocktower theatre and Assistant Listening Devices are available to members of the public attending meetings in Council Chambers.
Accessible sports
All abilities netball
Mixed netball for all abilities and ages with weekly games at Parkville
Contact Molly McCord
Phone: 0409 276 029
Email: mollymccordd@gmail.com
Special Olympics – Melbourne West Club
Weekly sports training and regular competition for people with an intellectual disability.
Sports: Athletics, Tennis, Basketball, Tenpin and Bocce
Contact Gavin Dovey Ph: 9374 1804 or gavin.dovey@hotmail.com
Visit http://www.specialolympics.com.au/index.php/melbournewest
Accessing transport
Our public transport system includes train, trams and bus services. Trains are the most accessible type of public transport for people with a disability.
Public transport
Public Transport Victoria’s (PTV) website provides information on the accessibility of transport. Information is also available for vision or hearing impaired people. You can also find out about travelling with mobility aids
Train
Moonee Valley trains are on the Craigieburn Line. You can use PTV’s journey planner to plan your trip or call PTV on 1800 800 007 or the National Relay Service on 133 677.
Click the name of each station to view the accessible facilities
Newmarket, Ascot Vale, Moonee Ponds, Essendon, Strathmore and Flemington Showgrounds.
Tram travel
At present Moonee Valley’s tram stops are not accessible for people with mobility aids. For more information, see Yarra Trams accessibility information.
Bus travel
Most buses in Moonee Valley are low-floor and accessible for people with a disability. Most buses can be lowered by the driver so they are closer to the kerb and a ramp used to help passengers board. Click here for bus timetables and companies that service Moonee Valley
To find out if the buses at your stop are accessible, call Public Transport Victoria on 1800 800 007
Assistance animals
Animals can come with you on public transport under certain conditions. You can get an Animal Assistance Pass if you need a trained assistance animal to help you on public transport.
Make your event accessible
It includes information and checklists:
- planning your event
- accessible spaces
- inclusive communication
- staff and support
A home of my own
Looking for a place to live can be an exciting and challenging time.
There are lots of things to think about when you would like to move into your own home.
We've created 'a home of my own' to help with:
- the types of houses that best meet your needs
- the skills you need to live on your own
- how to use your NDIS funding to reach your housing goals
- housing advocacy and support services.
Choosing your home
The Summer Foundation's My Housing Preferences Tool is a workbook you can use to help you to think about the type of house that might best meet your needs.
Living independently
The Summer Foundation's My Housing Preferences Tool is a workbook you can use to help you to think about the type of house that might best meet your needs.