The Doveton Show is committed to providing an inclusive, safe and welcoming environment for individuals within the community. Please find a guide on accessibility at the Doveton Show to prepare for your visit.
Accessible Carpark
8 disabled parking bays in front of Myuna Farm main entrance, on Kidds Road (concrete/asphalt, drivers side opens into traffic, passenger side opens to standard height kerb).
Limited disabled gravel carpark onsite. Enter Myuna Farm main entrance, and carpark is on the left.
Drop off Zone
In front of Myuna Farm main entrance, on Kidds Road. This is for dropping off only, no parking.
Physical Features
Physically accessible throughout venue – one level
Wide and accessible entrance
Accessible pathways throughout the venue
Ramps throughout the venue.
Terrain
Varies – flat, paved, gravel and grass. Some terrain may be slightly uneven.
Recharge Point
For electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters. Located in Pavilion, up the ramp opposite Changing Place.
Assistance Animals
Welcome – must be badged and jacketed
We request that they do not go near the kangaroo paddock
Comfort area for assistance animals (urination, water etc.) to the rear left of the farm, beside sporting area.
Accessible Toilets
3 accessible toilets:
1 x portable toilet in main driveway between emergency services and thrill rides
1 x toilet in main toilet block, in the central area of the farm close to the main stage/children’s playground
Push doors opening inwards.
1 x at the rear of the farm along the animal feed trail
Changing Place
Changing place facility available onsite (accessible upon request to farm/show staff)
Adult change table
Hoist
Privacy screen
Shower
Automatic door
Located in Pavilion, rear left hand side.
Accessible Services
Myuna Farm Access Key – a detailed accessibility guide
Communication Board – downloadable
Accessible picnic area
Accessible picnic tables
Pioneer Theatre – wheelchair accessible at the front
Rides:
Wheelchair accessible tractor ride carriage – clearance width 740mm (plus space for one carer). Please advise staff when purchasing your ride tickets
Cha Cha: can accommodate a wheelchair but carer would have to be able to lift the person into the seat (ride operators can assist but not lift person). Carer can ride with person as it is combined seating
Each ride has different criteria for accessibility, depending on specific needs. Ask ride provide on the day.
Carers are free to ride along with the person, by showing their physical companion card to ride attendants.
Sensory – Sound
Music, announcements, machine engines, animal sounds, people playing etc. Please feel free to bring noise cancelling headphones if needed.
Sensory- Sight
Animals, other people, flashing lights, dust.
Sensory – Feel
Changes in ground surfaces, feel animals, shared personal space and weather.
Sensory – Smell
Food, animals, sawdust, nature, straw.
Show Map
Show Timetable
