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Access Finder

A wonderful search engine listing all services which are accessible. Simply type in the service you require & your State and a complete listing is available http://www.accessfinder.com.au/

Where is?

A useful site to gain access to a place which you require a map to get to.
http://www.whereis.com/whereis/home.do

Matching Houses

A holiday house exchange where people with disabilities swap houses with other people who have the same accessibility needs.
www.matchinghouses.com/

Travelling Australia

For information on travelling in Australia visit www.casa.gov.au/airsafe/disable/index.htm

Disability Hire

Luxury and budget prices rentals with both hand controls and left foot accelerators.
Phone: (02) 4573 6788
www.disabilityhire.com.au

Easy Access Australia
www.easyaccessaustralia.com.au

Australia for all
http://www.australiaforall.com.au/

NICAN
http://www.nican.com.au/

MELBOURNE INFORMATION

RACV

The RACV provides road maps on how to arrive at your destination. These can be downloaded from the internet or call 1313 29. They also provide an emergency Wheelchair & Scooter Breakdown service. $34 (Including GST) If you use a wheelchair or scooter to get around RACV Wheelchair Care gives you security and peace of mind that you'll never be left stranded. If your scooter or wheelchair breaks down you have the choice of getting help from RACV's road patrols or a taxi to get you to your destination.

For information call 13 19 55.

Wheelchair assistance http://www.racv.com.au

Maps http://maps.racv.com.au/tripPlan.do

The City of Melbourne

The City of Melbourne offers a mobility map to make it easier for people with a disability to access and enjoy what the city has to offer. There is also a new entertainment and sporting map available to download from the website.

Melbourne City Mobility Map

or for a hard copy please contact 9658 9658

International Travel

A website for international travel information for people with disabilities.
www.access-able.com