Accessibility

Event: Byron Writers Festival Passes 2024

General information

Accessible parking

Dedicated accessible parking is available. A drop-off / pick-up zone is located close to the festival entrance. Our parking volunteers can assist and direct you accordingly. Please clearly display your disability parking permit. Parking at Bangalow Showground is $5 per day. You will need to purchase a parking pass along with your ticket to the festival.

Auslan interpreted Sessions

Check website for Auslan interpreted sessions and more information.

Assisted Listening

Assisted listening is available in Acacia and Hakea marquees. It’s simple, easy and free. Stream audio to your smartphone via the Listen Everywhere app. 1. Download the free LISTEN EVERYWHERE app, available on Apple App Store, Google Play and for Android. 2. Join the venue’s wireless network by scanning the QR code onsite. 3. Open the app and enjoy listening via hearing aids or headphones.

Companion Card scheme

Byron Writers Festival is a participant of the National Companion Card scheme, offering patrons with disability who hold a current companion card a second ticket for their accompanying companion at no charge. When you arrive, please make your way to the festival box office and present your National Companion Card, along with your festival ticket, to our friendly staff. You will be allocated a corresponding complimentary pass for your companion. There is a limit of one companion pass per person per day.

Features

The following accessibility features are provided at the event

Assistive listening systems
Sign language interpretation
Wheelchair accessibility