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Disability Inclusion Action Plan

14 decisions4 topicsTrackedUpdated 22 June 2026

Context

  • Inclusion plans often convert into facility, service, access, and funding obligations.
  • Useful for: community organisations, councils, local publishers.
  • Tracked aliases include Disability Inclusion Action Plan, disability inclusion action plan, diap 2026-2030, international day of people with disability.

Mentions

  • Recipient of the Disability Inclusion Action Plan.
  • Sets the framework for accessibility and inclusion improvements for residents with disability.
  • Inclusion plans often convert into facility, service, access, and funding obligations.
  • Major inclusion strategy recommended for adoption.
  • Sets the strategic direction for disability access and inclusion services across the local area.
  • Residents with disability, carers and advocacy groups may see changes in accessibility priorities and service planning.

Decisions

Disability Inclusion Action Plan adopted

Council adopted the Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 and approved it for submission to the NSW Department of Communities and Justice by 30 June 2026.

Sets the framework for accessibility and inclusion improvements for residents with disability.

Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 adopted for submission

The committee recommended that Council receive the public exhibition findings, adopt the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030, and submit it to the NSW Department of Communities and Justice by 30 June 2026.

Sets the strategic direction for disability access and inclusion services across the local area.

Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 adopted for submission

The committee recommended that Council receive the public exhibition findings, adopt the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030, and submit it to the NSW Department of Communities and Justice by 30 June 2026.

Sets the strategic direction for disability access and inclusion services across the local area.

Draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan put on public exhibition

Council approved public exhibition of the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 for 28 days; if no changes are needed afterwards it can be adopted, otherwise staff must return with a further report.

Residents and advocacy groups can review and comment on accessibility and inclusion priorities before the plan is finalised.

Disability Inclusion Action Plan placed on exhibition

The Draft DIAP 2026-2030 was placed on public exhibition for 28 days, to return to Council after consultation.

Residents and advocacy groups can comment on accessibility priorities before the plan is adopted.

Disability Inclusion Action Plan placed on exhibition

The Blayney Cabonne Orange Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 was placed on public exhibition for at least 28 days.

Invites community feedback on accessibility and inclusion priorities affecting local services and public spaces.

Disability Inclusion Action Plan placed on exhibition

The Blayney Cabonne Orange Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 was placed on public exhibition for at least 28 days.

Invites community feedback on accessibility and inclusion priorities affecting local services and public spaces.

Public Art Guidelines and Disability Inclusion Action Plan sent to exhibition

Council approved draft Public Art Guidelines for public exhibition and endorsed the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 for exhibition, with added commitments on accessible communication, annual reporting and continued budget and employment improvements.

Residents will be able to provide feedback on future public art and disability inclusion priorities.

Public Art Guidelines and Disability Inclusion Action Plan sent to exhibition

Council approved draft Public Art Guidelines for public exhibition and endorsed the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 for exhibition, with added commitments on accessible communication, annual reporting and continued budget and employment improvements.

Residents will be able to provide feedback on future public art and disability inclusion priorities.

Disability Inclusion Action Plan released for public exhibition

Council approved the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 for public exhibition for at least 28 days and also resolved to hold an annual event for the International Day of People with Disability.

Residents will have a chance to comment on Council’s accessibility and inclusion priorities.

Disability Inclusion Action Plan released for public exhibition

Council approved the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 for public exhibition for at least 28 days and also resolved to hold an annual event for the International Day of People with Disability.

Residents will have a chance to comment on Council’s accessibility and inclusion priorities.

Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 to go on public exhibition

The committee recommended endorsing the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 for public exhibition for at least 28 days, with a further report to come back after exhibition before final endorsement and submission to the NSW Department of Communities and Justice by 30 June 2026.

Residents, especially people with disability, carers and community groups, will have a chance to review and comment on the draft plan before it is finalised.

Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 to go on public exhibition

The committee recommended endorsing the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 for public exhibition for at least 28 days, with a further report to come back after exhibition before final endorsement and submission to the NSW Department of Communities and Justice by 30 June 2026.

Residents, especially people with disability, carers and community groups, will have a chance to review and comment on the draft plan before it is finalised.

Updated action table received and items closed

The committee received the updated action table report and removed completed items, including the Terms of Reference review, the deferred Disability Inclusion Action Plan workshop, and the Centrelink carparking item. The accessible transport item remains incomplete and is to come back next meeting.

Shows which accessibility issues have been resolved and which remain active for follow-up.

Topics

Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030

The draft plan was presented for adoption after public exhibition, indicating the Council is finalising its next multi-year disability inclusion framework.

Residents with disability, carers and advocacy groups may see changes in accessibility priorities and service planning.

Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030

The draft plan was presented for adoption after public exhibition, indicating the Council is finalising its next multi-year disability inclusion framework.

Residents with disability, carers and advocacy groups may see changes in accessibility priorities and service planning.

Disability Inclusion Action Plan released for exhibition

Council endorsed the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 for public exhibition for at least 28 days, with a further report to return before final adoption and submission by 30 June 2026.

Residents can provide feedback on how Council improves accessibility and inclusion.

Disability Inclusion Action Plan released for exhibition

Council endorsed the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 for public exhibition for at least 28 days, with a further report to return before final adoption and submission by 30 June 2026.

Residents can provide feedback on how Council improves accessibility and inclusion.

Meetings

Council Meeting - 22 Jun 2026

Council adopted its 2026/27 operational plan and budget changes, advanced several planning and environmental matters, and approved or endorsed a number of local infrastructure and community projects.

Community and Culture Committee - 9 Jun 2026

The committee recommended adoption of the Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030, noted updates to sports advisory matters including Carss Park Aquatic Facility, and flagged upcoming changes to event grant guidelines.

Council - 27 May 2026 2:00pm

Council adopted a disability inclusion plan for public exhibition, approved a new dwelling at Tathra, tightened cemetery reservation management, renewed the Merimbula Tennis Club lease, and backed an alternate Merimbula CBD works proposal after a divided vote.

Council - 27 May 2026

Council changed its meeting code arrangements, advanced planning changes for parts of Cumberland, approved community grants and several major tenders, and backed new disability, scholarship, homelessness, NAIDOC Week and other community initiatives.

Council - 19 May 2026 6:00 PM

Council approved a public consultation process for the Cook Park aviary, moved to standardise ordinary meeting start/finish times, placed the disability inclusion plan on exhibition, noted the Q3 budget review, and authorised several closed-session items including an airport lease and sports lighting tender.

Council Meeting - 28 Apr 2026

Council advanced flood, planning, parks, budget and community projects, including public exhibition of major plans, adoption of park master plans, funding approvals, and flood study actions for Blakehurst and Kogarah Bay.

Ordinary Council - 28 Apr 2026

Council approved community donations and sponsorships, progressed planning and policy documents to consultation or adoption, backed a Kingsford planning agreement, and took action on urgent matters at Coogee Beach and ANZAC Day conduct.

Council - 23 Apr 2026

Ballina Shire Council backed promotion of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail, opposed the proposed Crown Land Management Amendment Bill, retained several strategic urban growth areas, approved a childcare centre upgrade in Ballina, exhibited a new Disability Inclusion Action Plan, awarded a public art contract, and approved residential land sales in Wollongbar.

Community and Culture Committee - 13 Apr 2026

The committee backed public exhibition of a new Disability Inclusion Action Plan, approved $7,500 sponsorship for the Autism Community Network Gala Dinner, and progressed funding for an indoor multisport stadium feasibility study.

Inclusion & Access Advisory Committee - 30/03/2026

The committee appointed its chair and deputy chair, cleared up several completed action items, and advanced a resident access issue about accessible parking at Services Australia in Nowra and across the Shoalhaven.