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To whom it may concern
Hello Glen McMillan here I am writing to express my concerns on the accessibility at the event below
7th Whangarei Fritter Festival on Saturday 16 March 2019
This is my third fritter festival I use a mobility scooter any walking is painful for me. My mobility scooter is a … View moreTo whom it may concern
Hello Glen McMillan here I am writing to express my concerns on the accessibility at the event below
7th Whangarei Fritter Festival on Saturday 16 March 2019
This is my third fritter festival I use a mobility scooter any walking is painful for me. My mobility scooter is a mobility aid, not a recreational vehicle.
In past years the accessibility at the fritter festival has been acceptable but not good, A spot in front of the stage has always been labeled as accessible and well used by disabled people, in general, accessible tracks to allow mobility scooters and wheelchairs access around toll stadium have been provided and enforced by security.
Fritter festival Saturday 16 March 2019. Whoever is responsible for accessibility has completely dropped the ball. There seemed to be no effort whatsoever to provide any accessible accessways as required
#NZS 4221-2001 4.5.3 clear route A accessible access route shall be designated a clear route and maintained with the minimum width of 1200mm, at all times.
The disabled area in front of the stage was not provided no signage had been put up, the accessible tracks to allow mobility scooters and wheelchairs access around toll stadium were not provided, moving anywhere was near impossible, I did not see any mobility accessible porta-loos.
There was plenty of shade provided for the corporate areas, but none whatsoever in the public areas. So I was without water because I was trapped most of the time could not get to the loos again because I became trapped When I could move if I stopped people would sit in front and behind. I did manage to move at times but only down in front of the grandstand the other side was completely blocked, I was trying to get out of the sun I became very badly overheated.
The solution. At one of the Christmas events at toll either last year or the year before Santa and his elves where arriving by sedway. For Santa and the elves a clear route meeting standard #NZS 4221-2001 4.5.3 A accessible access route shall be designated a clear route and maintained with the minimum width of 1200mm, at all times was provided
Now the solution is simple for any public event held at toll stadium. If clear accessway can be provided and enforced for Santa and his elves, then I would ask that the disabled community be offered safe access at least to the standard Santa received. Sorry to say I suspect Santa is not real disabled people are and deserve to be treated as equals.
Just think if Santa has wheels as in a sedway he was really well catered for with a clearly marked accessible route security kept this clear they had to so Santa could get around. Please for Northlands disabled use this formula for all events.
One more thing and this is a big deal, I have attended 3 fritter festivals all on my mobility scooter. I purchased my ticket from ticketek, which by the way is wheelchair accessible but not mobility scooter accessible
Anyway, I arrived at the toll stadium gate looking forward to fritter I moved between the barriers holding my ticket a large security man stood in front of me and said mobility scooters were not allowed, I debated this after the security man made a phone call I was allowed in. Question were any timid mobility scooter users turned away?.
Solution better training for the security
I have been asked by our DPA Northland health and safety person to ask
1) Training security and staff can be offered by DPA Northland
2) Emergency access if a medic event happens? …..
3) Can we have a copy of the emergency action plan?
Glen McMillan
Chairman DPA Northland
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The Stuff team has also asked readers to share messages of support for … View moreA page has been created, upon request, as an opportunity for a member to share their condolences and messages for the people of Christchurch. If you'd like to share your condolences then feel free to leave one here.
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SOLIDARITY VIGIL AND PEACE MARCH WHANGAREI
FOR THE VICTIMS AND SURVIVORS
OF FRIDAY’S ATTACKS
AND FOR THE MUSLIM COMMUNITY
… View moreSOLIDARITY VIGIL AND PEACE MARCH WHANGAREI
FOR THE VICTIMS AND SURVIVORS
OF FRIDAY’S ATTACKS
AND FOR THE MUSLIM COMMUNITY
Media Release 17 March 2019
A public vigil is being held today at Laurie Hall Park, central Whangarei, starting at 6pm. The vigil, coordinated by Carol Peters with support of community groups, churches, District Council and police – and with the agreement of and endorsement by the local Muslim community – is open to all.
“This is an opportunity for all of us in the communities of Whangarei to come together in the face of this terrible that has impacted on Muslim families right through Aotearoa – and on all of us. This is a chance to show our compassion and honour our common humanity,” said Carol Peters.
Prior to the Vigil, a Peace March will start at 5pm at the Clock Tower at the Town Basin and proceed from there to Laurie Hall Park. The March is being organised by Emily Henderson. As many as can manage this walk are encouraged to join in.
The Vigil will include a mihi whakatau and karakia led by local kaumatua, prayers, songs and reflections. It will conclude before 7.30pm with a statement from the Muslim community and a prayer by the Imam, and the singing of the national anthem.
Contact: Carol Peters 021 557 498
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This form can be used to submit information, … View morePolice would like to hear from anybody who may have seen, heard or have any information on the Christchurch attacks of 15 March.
People with information that can help the investigation can now use a dedicated form on the NZ Police website here
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Engine always starts 1st or 2nd crack gets up on the … View moreTrade Me listing 1989568612
Mills Tui Mariner made in Rotorua. Aluminium hull fibreglass deck.
5.6metre bow to back of transom (not engine)
This is an excellent stable and very reliable weekender. Big cabin room plenty of space to fish.
Engine always starts 1st or 2nd crack gets up on the plane immediately throttle back then ‘sings like a bird’. Fishes 4 comfortably. Wifey & i have spent many times out this beautiful summer.
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