Accessible Australia is a national program that helps make community spaces easier to use for people with disability. It provides funding to improve built spaces and natural areas like buildings, playgrounds, beaches, and parks.
August 2026
What was approved
Approved for Ballina Shire Council
A beach wheelchair to provide Ballina’s community and visitors with safe, inclusive access to the shire’s beautiful beaches, enabling greater participation, enjoyment, and connection with our coast.
$5,699 was approved by
Australian Government, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.Date approved
August 2026Location of the project
Ballina 2478Location of the recipient
Ballina 2478About the grant
Applications approved
11
Applications received
26
Accessible Australia Tranche 2
Program term
11/08/2027What was approved
Approved for Goulburn Mulwaree Council
The project will install an inclusive swing at Goulburn’s popular Adventure Playground which is designed to provide the joy of swinging to persons who are confined to a wheelchair. The swing will be integrated into the existing footprint Adventure Playground to maximise adjacent accessible infrastructure including footpaths and amenities.
$62,022 was approved by
Australian Government, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.Date approved
August 2026Location of the project
Goulburn 2580Location of the recipient
Goulburn 2580About the grant
Applications approved
11
Applications received
26
Accessible Australia Tranche 2
Program term
11/08/2027What was approved
Approved for Maitland City Council
The Sophia Waters playspace will feature an inclusive playground with accessible swings, carousel, musical instruments, and softfall areas. Accessible pathways connect all play elements, ensuring children of all abilities, including those with mobility challenges can safely enjoy engaging play, sensory experiences, social interaction, and a welcoming, inclusive community environment.
$143,487 was approved by
Australian Government, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.Date approved
August 2026Location of the project
Chisholm 2322Location of the recipient
Maitland 2320About the grant
Applications approved
11
Applications received
26
Accessible Australia Tranche 2
Program term
11/08/2027What was approved
Approved for North West Disability Services Australia Limited
North West Disability Services empowers people with disabilities through inclusive programs, vocational training, and community engagement at the Secret Garden Community Hub. Participants, carers, families, volunteers, local schools, and community members benefit through skill‑building, social connection, therapeutic activities, and meaningful pathways to independence, wellbeing, and participation.
$150,000 was approved by
Australian Government, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.Date approved
August 2026Location of the project
Richmond 2753Location of the recipient
Baulkham Hills 2153About the grant
Applications approved
11
Applications received
26
Accessible Australia Tranche 2
Program term
11/08/2027What was approved
Approved for Northern Sydney Local Health District
Royal North Shore Hospital is a principal tertiary referral hospital for Northern Sydney Local Health District providing a comprehensive range of complex services to patients from across NSW. Patients, families and carers across NSW, particularly people with profound disability or complex needs, will benefit from an accessible Changing Places facility.
$109,460 was approved by
Australian Government, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.Date approved
August 2026Location of the project
St Leonards 2065Location of the recipient
St Leonards 2065About the grant
Applications approved
11
Applications received
26
Accessible Australia Tranche 2
Program term
11/08/2027What was approved
Approved for Parkes Shire Council
This project will deliver the first fully compliant Changing Places toilet in the Parkes CBD, addressing a critical service gap with the nearest facility over 100km away. It will provide safe, dignified amenities for people with high support needs, promoting inclusion, independence, and equitable access within the community.
$122,939 was approved by
Australian Government, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.Date approved
August 2026Location of the project
Parkes 2870Location of the recipient
Parkes 2870About the grant
Applications approved
11
Applications received
26
Accessible Australia Tranche 2
Program term
11/08/2027What was approved
Approved for Shoalhaven City Council
This project expands beach wheelchair availability at Mollymook Beach to improve accessible, safe beach experiences for people with mobility limitations, including children, seniors, and community members living with disability. By increasing specialised equipment and support, the program removes access barriers and enables broader participation in beach recreation and community life.
$22,119 was approved by
Australian Government, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.Date approved
August 2026Location of the project
Mollymook Beach 2539Location of the recipient
Nowra 2541About the grant
Applications approved
11
Applications received
26
Accessible Australia Tranche 2
Program term
11/08/2027What was approved
Approved for Wagga Wagga City Council
The purpose of this project is to procure a fully compliant portable Changing Places facility (Marveloo unit) at Jubilee Park, Wagga Wagga, to improve accessibility for people with high support needs during community events, sporting activities and daily park use.
$176,455 was approved by
Australian Government, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.Date approved
August 2026Location of the project
Bourkelands 2650Location of the recipient
Wagga Wagga 2650About the grant
Applications approved
11
Applications received
26
Accessible Australia Tranche 2
Program term
11/08/2027What was approved
Approved for Warren Shire Council
Bob Christiansen Reserve is a popular stop for regional travellers and caravan visitors. Installing a portable Changing Places facility would support families and people with high support needs who cannot use standard accessible toilets, enable inclusive travel and longer stay. A portable unit is appropriate given the site’s flood-prone location.
$200,000 was approved by
Australian Government, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.Date approved
August 2026Location of the project
Warren 2824Location of the recipient
Warren 2824About the grant
Applications approved
11
Applications received
26
Accessible Australia Tranche 2
Program term
11/08/2027What was approved
Approved for Waverley Council
The adult and children’s beach wheelchairs on Bondi Beach are over 15 years old, are at the end of their life, and need to be replaced. New beach wheelchairs will mean people with physical disability or mobility limitations will feel more confident going to the beach and using the wheelchairs.
$13,150 was approved by
Australian Government, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.Date approved
August 2026Location of the project
Bondi Beach 2026Location of the recipient
Bondi Junction 2022About the grant
Applications approved
11
Applications received
26
Accessible Australia Tranche 2
Program term
11/08/2027What was approved
Approved for Woollahra Municipal Council
The proposed new inclusive and accessible playground is designed to accommodate a diverse range of abilities, ensuring that children and families of all abilities can safely engage, play, and socialise together in a welcoming, safe, accessible, inclusive and fun environment.
$150,000 was approved by
Australian Government, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.Date approved
August 2026Location of the project
Darling Point 2027Location of the recipient
Double Bay 2028About the grant
Applications approved
11
Applications received
26
Accessible Australia Tranche 2
Program term
11/08/2027