1. Getting There

Public transports

The nearest recorded stop is Water St Park, John St, served by bus route 807. It is approximately 20 m from the park entrance. The route is step-free and wide enough for a wheelchair, but loose gravel and other surface obstacles were observed. Stops are located on both sides of the road, so a crossing may be needed depending on the direction of travel. Pedestrian signals and crossing time were recorded as adequate.

Photo 1: Bus stop and footpath approach near Water Street Park.

Drop-off point

There is no designated safe drop-off point. Roadside drop-off near Water St Park, John St is possible about 20 m from the entrance, with a step-free approach and enough room for transfer or lift equipment. There is no shelter, and traffic, kerb and surface conditions should be considered.

Disabled parking

There is enough space for roadside parking.

2. Place / Path

Entrance

The park entrance is step-free and easy to locate. A permanent ramp was recorded, with no portable ramp or staff assistance required. The approach is level, but gravel and leaves can affect traction and rolling comfort. There is no accessible-entry signage.

Photo 2: Park entrance and internal path conditions, including loose surface material.

Photo 3: Park entrance and internal path conditions, including loose surface material.

Photo 4: Park entrance and internal path conditions, including loose surface material.

Internal path

The main path is continuous, step-free and generally wide enough for a wheelchair. The surface is broadly level, but loose gravel and leaves are a recurring obstacle. No steep slope or route blockage was recorded.

Lifts/Hoisting equipment

No lift or hoist was recorded; this is a ground-level outdoor park.

Seating and facilities

No standard-height tables or wheelchair-under-table seating were recorded. No dedicated wheelchair seating area or accessible outdoor seating was documented.

3. Accessible toilet

There is no accessible toilet at the park.

· An accessible toilet is recorded inside Dutton Plaza on the ground level, approximately 100-150 metres straight ahead from the shopping-centre entrance.

· The route to the toilet is step-free, easy to find and clearly signed.

· The toilet is unisex/shared. The door is manual and was not recorded as heavy, but the doorway and internal space are narrow.

· Wheelchair access is possible but cramped, and the survey did not consider the transfer space beside the toilet sufficient.

· The basin and fittings may be difficult to reach. No emergency call device or adult changing table was recorded.

· No staff assistance or special procedure is required. The toilet was operational and unobstructed, but cleanliness and maintenance were limited.

Accessible toilet location or route.

Accessible toilet entrance and door controls.

Accessible toilet interior, showing circulation and transfer space.