How to Apply
Individual applicant – renewing or applying for a new permit
- Start your application online at accessibleparking.vic.gov.au
- You’ll receive an application reference number via SMS*
- Take your reference number to your GP or occupational therapist
- Your GP or occupational therapist will complete an online assessment and submit your application
- Your local council will review the application
- If your application is successful, you’ll receive your permit in the mail.
*A paper-based version of the application is available if you don’t have access to a mobile phone or the internet. Please contact our customer service centre if you require a paper form.
Organisation – renewing or applying for a new permit
- Start your application online at accessibleparking.vic.gov.au
- You’ll receive an application reference number via SMS and email
- Your local council will review the application
- If your application is successful, you’ll pick up your permit at the council.
Replacing an Existing Permit
- Start your replacement application online at accessibleparking.vic.gov.au
- You’ll receive a replacement application reference number via SMS and email
- Your local council will review the application
- If your application is successful, you’ll pick up the permit from your council.
FAQs
Most of our towns have accessible parking spaces. You can view the map below or click
here to add it to your Google Maps for future reference.
To download maps of accessible parking across the Shire, click here(PDF, 4MB), or see individual town maps below.
Accessible Great Ocean Road is your go-to resource for exploring this stunning region with accessibility in mind. The guides are designed so you to ensure that everybody can enjoy the Great Ocean Road region smoothly and comfortably. Whether you’re seeking accessible or companion friendly accommodation, wheelchair-friendly things to do or a quiet place to explore, we’ve got you covered.
Reclink Australia is funded by the Access for All Abilities program to act as the first point of call for people with disabilities looking for sporting opportunities, through the provision of Access for All Abilities Play.
AAA Play is a free information and referral service. Visit the AAA Play website or call today to discover the range of sports and active recreation activities close to your home for people of all abilities.
AAA Play
Ph: 1800 222 842
Email: request@aaavic.org.au
A good way to create the most accessible and inclusive event possible is to use a checklist that assists in planning, promoting, implementing and evaluating your event.
Download our Inclusive Events Checklist(PDF, 59KB) as a guide.
The Scooter Recharge Scheme provides power points for emergency charging of mobility scooters and electric wheelchairs. Recharge stickers are displayed on the windows of the participating businesses so you can easily find them. There are also recharge stickers placed above or near power points so you can quickly locate which power point has been designated for you to use.
Recharge points are provided as a community service and the operation of the recharge facility and security of mobility aids remains the user's responsibility.
To download maps of recharge points across the Shire, click here(PDF, 2MB), or see the maps below.
Simpson, Lismore and Skipton
Additional assistive equipment is available for loan from Council for community events. Equipment includes portable access ramps and signage. Please contact the Positive Ageing & Inclusion team on 5593 7100 for further information.
To request any equipment, please fill out our Assistive Equipment Loan Risk and Indemnity Form(PDF, 54KB) and email it to shire@corangamite.vic.gov.au. One of our Ageing and Inclusion Officers will then be in touch as soon as possible.
Some equipment and signage available includes:
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Beach wheelchair
Beach Walker
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Available to loan from
Port Campbell Surf Life Saving Club on 03 5598 6275 |
The Corangamite Shire Healthy Well Corangamite Plan 2025-2029 seeks to address health equity gaps in our Shire and better support our residents to live happy, healthy lives with a focus on the following priorities:
- Strengthening community safety and preventing harm
- Supporting healthy eating and active living
- Promoting equity, inclusion and access to health and wellbeing services
- Building resilience against adverse environmental and weather impacts
We look forward to working with our stakeholders and communities to bring this Plan to life.
Click here to download a copy of the Plan.(PDF, 12MB)
The Corangamite Shire is an affiliate of the Companion Card scheme. Companion cards are available for people with a disability who require a companion to enable them to access community activities.
For more information visit www.companioncard.vic.gov.au
Council's commitment to access and inclusion means making sure that people with disability can take part in our consultations and be kept informed of our activities and decisions.
If you are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment, you can call through the National Relay Service (NRS):
- TTY users phone 133 677 then ask for 03 5593 7100
- Speak & Listen (speech-to-speech) users can phone 1300 555 727 then ask for 03 5593 7100
- Internet relay users can connect to the NRS on www.relayservice.com.au then ask for 03 5593 7100
For more information visit https://www.accesshub.gov.au/
We are committed to ensuring our community events are accessible and welcoming for everyone. If you have recently attended one of our events, we would appreciate your feedback on your accessibility experience, whether positive or negative. Your feedback will help us improve future events and create a more inclusive experience for all attendees.
Complete the survey(PDF, 551KB)
You can submit your feedback using one of the methods below:
- Drop it off at the Civic Centre, 181 Manifold Street, Camperdown.
Open Monday-Friday 8.30 am-5 pm. Closed on public holidays.
- Post it to:
Attn: Positive, Ageing, Access and Inclusion Team
Corangamite Shire Council, PO Box 84, Camperdown, VIC, 3260
- Send a copy of your completed feedback form to records@corangamite.vic.gov.au
Corangamite Shire has a Changing Places Facility in Lord Street Port Campbell.
Learn more about Changing Places here.