Access and mobility
The following information is about accessibility and mobility. If the information you are seeking is not listed, please contact us.
Accessible public transport
Information about the transport standards developed by the Commonwealth in consultation with states, territories, councils and representatives from the transport and disability sectors, to make public transport more accessible.
Disability parking scheme permit
We administer the disability parking permit scheme and issue permits to people with mobility impairment.
Mobility aids
The Accessible Public Transport National Advisory Committee has produced a brochure called Safer Travel for Passengers using Mobility Aids on Public Transport.
Person with a vision impairment (VIP) travel pass
The holder of a Person with Vision Impairment (VIP) Travel Pass is entitled to free travel on all participating urban public transport services including buses, trains and ferries within Australia.
Taxi subsidy scheme
The taxi subsidy scheme is an initiative that subsidises taxi travel for persons with severe disabilities.
Assistance for older drivers
A number of organisations provide free or low-cost transport services for older drivers. Some criteria must be met before assistance is offered. If you have given up, or are about to give up driving, the following organisations can send you more information:
- The home and community care program assists older people to remain in their homes. Transport services for eligible clients are available in most parts of the state. For information visit http://www.health.qld.gov.au/hacc or contact the Commonwealth Care Link on 1800 052 222.
- Your Local Neighbourhood or Community Care Centre - contact your local government or council for information about localised transport services.
- Brisbane City Council*- Council Cabs- in most Brisbane suburbs Brisbane City Council provides a shared taxi service to shopping centres, banks and medical centres. A one-way trip will only cost A$1 to A$3. For further information visit ourBrisbane.com* or contact the Brisbane City Council on +61 7 3403 8888.
- Suncoast Cabs* provides a Suncoast community cab service (PDF**, 80KB) which is a weekly door-to-door shared transport service, from A$4 each way, taking passengers to their nearest major shopping centre and back home again. For further information visit Suncoast Cabs* or contact +61 7 5451 7565.
- St John's Transport Options and Access Guide is a comprehensive list of community transport options in the Brisbane area. For further information visit St John's Ambulance Australia (Queensland)*.
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Last updated 15 February 2008
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