Access and Inclusion

The Shire of Chittering is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, accessible and engaged community through the delivery of our services, programs and facilities.

Shire of Chittering – Access and Inclusion Plan 2026–2030

The Shire of Chittering’s Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2026–2030 outlines our commitment to building an accessible, inclusive and welcoming community where people of all abilities can participate fully in civic life.

The Plan sets out practical actions across seven outcome areas, ensuring people with disability have the same opportunities as others to access Shire services, events, buildings, facilities, information, consultation processes and employment.

While the DAIP focuses on improving access for people with disability, many initiatives benefit the broader community, including parents with prams, older residents, visitors, families, people experiencing mental health challenges, and anyone who relies on clear communication, safe pathways, or accessible facilities.

The DAIP was lodged with the Department of Communities on 5 May 2026 and will be implemented from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2030. Progress against the outcomes will be reported annually to ensure the Plan is effectively delivered over this period.

For more information, to request the document in alternative formats or languages or to provide input into the Access and Inclusion Plan 2025-2030, please contact chatter@chittering.wa.gov.au or call 95764600.

Disability Access and Inclusion Plan Focus Group (DAIPFG)

The Disability Access and Inclusion Plan Focus Group (DAIPFG) helps make our Shire more accessible for everyone, including people with disability and older people. It promotes universal access, which means places and events should be easy for everyone to use. The group looks at buildings, public spaces and event plans, and gives advice about access, barriers and how to make things more inclusive. The group meets every 3 months to talk about important topics, share ideas and provide feedback.

To register email emilie.moore@chittering.wa.gov.au or call 9576 4601.

Shire of Chittering Disability, Access and Inclusion Consultation Toolkit

This toolkit explains how people with persons with disability can take part in consultations. It shows different ways to share ideas, give feedback, and be involved in decisions. The toolkit encourages people to have their say and helps make sure everyone is included. It also explains the support available to make participation easier. The goal is to make sure all voices are heard and to help build a more inclusive community.

Shire of Chittering - Access and Inclusion Consultation Toolkit

Access and Inclusion Resources

Read Aloud

Use Immersive Reader in Microsoft Edge | Microsoft Support

Hear text read aloud - Google Accessibility Help

Listen to a webpage in Safari on iPhone – Apple Support (AU)

Translation

Use Microsoft Translator in Microsoft Edge browser | Microsoft Support

Translate pages and change Chrome languages - Computer - Google Chrome Help

Translate a web page in Safari on Mac – Apple Support (AU)

AUSLAN

If you require Auslan translating services, a range of organisations are available to support you. These providers deliver comprehensive translation and interpreting services, accommodating both in person and remote events and activities.

Auslan Services

Deaf Connect

National Relay Service

The National Relay Service (NRS) can help people who have difficulty hearing or speaking on the phone by involving a relay officer in the call. The NSR app and website accommodate and offer a variety of communication options from internet relay, captioned relay, SMS relay, video relay and more.

For more information, please visit the National Relay Service website or contact the NRS helpdesk (8.00am - 6.00pm Eastern Standard Time) on 1800 555 660.

About the NRS