The Town of Bassendean is committed to making our community more accessible and inclusive for everyone, including people with disabilities. To continue improving, we’ve developed a new draft Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) for 2024-2028, which builds on the progress we’ve made over the last five years.

This plan guides our efforts to provide equitable access to services, facilities, and opportunities for everyone, including people with disabilities. It supports a more inclusive community where everyone can participate in social, economic, and recreational activities. Now, we’re seeking your input to ensure the plan aligns with our community’s needs.

 To learn more, read the Frequently Asked Questions.

Get Involved

 The public consultation period runs from Monday 16 September to Monday 14 October 2024. During this time, we encourage you to review the draft plan and share your feedback.

Where to View the Plan

• Online: Check out the draft plan on the Town’s website.
• In Person: You can read a copy at the Customer Service Centre, Bassendean Memorial Library, Wind in the Willows Early Childhood Education Centres, Volunteer Centre.

How to Provide Feedback

• Online: Complete the feedback form on our website.
• In Writing: Email [email protected]. By mail to PO Box 87, Bassendean WA 6934, or drop off at the Customer Service Centre, 35 Old Perth Road, Bassendean, from 8 am to 5 pm on weekdays.
• By phone or in person: Call 9377 8000 to schedule a time to share your feedback with our Community Development team.

Your feedback will help us refine the plan before it goes to Council for approval. This is your opportunity to contribute to making Bassendean a more inclusive and welcoming place for everyone, so we encourage you to get involved!

Frequently Asked Questions

Background

 The WA Disability Services Act (1993, amended 2004) requires us to create and update a Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) every five years. We first developed our DAIP in 1995 and are now working on the 2024-2028 version.

 The DAIP helps us address barriers faced by people with disabilities by demonstrating our commitment to:

• Eliminating discrimination
• Providing accessible and inclusive information, facilities, services, and workplaces.

Why do we need a Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP)?

 The Disability Services Act (1993) requires us to have a DAIP. This plan guides our efforts to provide equitable access to services, facilities, and opportunities for everyone, including people with disabilities. It supports a more inclusive community where everyone can participate in social, economic, and recreational activities. Now, we’re seeking your input to ensure the plan aligns with our community’s needs.

How many people in Western Australia have a disability?

 The 2018 Disability, Ageing, and Carers Survey conducted by the Australian Bureau of Statistics found:

• About 411,500 people (16.4%) reported having a disability.
• 9.4% of those with disabilities faced discrimination.
• 7.2% of employed people with disabilities experienced workplace discrimination.
• 64.1% of people aged 15-64 with disabilities were satisfied with services.
• 77.5% of those aged 65 and over were satisfied with services.
• 85.3% of people with disabilities participated in activities outside their home.
• 13.3% used mobility aids, and 27.9% used communication aids.
• 7.3% needed more help with core activities than they received.

Why is the Town asking for feedback?

We are seeking public feedback to make sure our DAIP effectively guides our efforts to meet the needs of everyone in the community. The Disability Services Act (1993) requires public consultation for creating or updating the DAIP.

The draft DAIP aims to improve equity in:

• Access to Services: Opportunities to access Town services and events.
• Access to Buildings: Opportunities to access Town buildings and facilities.
• Access to Information: Providing information in accessible formats.
• Quality of Services: Service provided to all members of the community.
• Complaints Handling: Opportunities to make complaints.
• Community Consultation: Opportunities to participate in public consultations.
• Employment: Opportunities for employment with the Town.