Tasmania - Holidays and going out
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- Information to help you plan your holiday
- NDIS supports
- Support for new migrants
- Travelling or going out with a companion
Information to help you plan your holiday
Smartraveller
The Australian Government has advice to help you prepare for a trip if you have a disability. See the advice provided by the Australian Government before you travel
Tourism Australia
Tourism Australia can also give you information on destinations, products and services that are accessible to everyone. Read more about Tourism Australia and how they're supporting accessible tourism
NDIS supports
Local Area Coordinators (LACs)
If you are aged 7 and above, Local Area Coordinators (LACs) can link you to the NDIS and to mainstream and community supports in your area. You can ask your LAC about the supports available in your community, even if you're not eligible for an NDIS support plan. Find out more about how a Local Area Coordinator may be able to assist you
Support for new migrants
Leisure in Australia
Information for new migrants about sport and recreation options in Australia. Learn about leisure in Australia for new migrants
Speak My Language
The Speak My Language program involves people with disabilities from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and Indigenous communities, and other guest speakers, sharing stories, advice and resources to support living well with a disability. Interviews will be available in 25 languages and are free to stream. Find out more about the Speak My Language program
Travelling or going out with a companion
Companion Cards
If you have a significant, permanent disability and need a carer to help them to go to events you may be able to get a Companion Card. This card allows your carer to have a free ticket once you’ve paid for your own ticket. Apply for a Companion Card in Tasmania
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