Accessibility

Event: Citizenship, Diaspora & Belonging - 53rd Annual Symposium of the Australian Academy of the Humanities

General information

Contact name

Ashleigh Richards

Contact number

0432663387

Travel instructions

There are lots of ways to get to The Goods Shed, including: Train Arriving by rail is simple, with Ballarat Station connected to The Goods Shed precinct. Jump on a V/Line from Southern Cross Station in Victoria’s south-east (1.5hrs), Ararat in the west (1hr) and Maryborough to the north-west (1hr). More information at V/Line.com.au. Bus Numerous local and V/Line buses run to and from Ballarat Station. More information at ptv.vic.gov.au or V/Line.com.au. Car Parking is free at The Goods Shed. Accessible from Lydiard Street North and Nolan Street, choose between the 405 space multi-deck, or ground level parks. Walking An easy 5 minute stroll up Lydiard Street North will bring you from Ballarat’s CBD to The Goods Shed. Enter next to the historic red brick Carriers Hut, or via the stairs leading to the Events Plaza. Alternatively, use the main entrance on Nolan Street.

Facilities and Amenities

Dedicated parking bays External access ramps Drop off/pick-up points External zones linked by accessible ramps Wayfinding signage & tactiles Handrails on publicly accessible stairs Events Hall Dedicated all abilities / wheelchair accessible seating Multiple ambulant & accessible toilets Infrared Hearing Loop The Goods Shed entry External access ramp Dedicated DDA passenger lift