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Access for all abilities » Mobility Centre at Federation Square

Mobility Centre at Federation Square

Melbourne Explorers - a wheeling and walking group

Are you interested in discovering Melbourne? The Melbourne Mobility Centre has started a wheeling and walking group.  The trial program runs each Friday at 2pm from the centre and we would love to see you there! Whether you use a scooter, wheelchair, walking frame or just your legs, a wheeling and walking group could be a fun way to meet new people.

Places are limited so book now! For bookings and more information, please call us, 9650 6499.

 

** New! ** Children’s Strollers and Baby Change Facilities.

 

 Melbourne Mobility Centre

The Melbourne Mobility Centre is dedicated to improving access for everyone in the heart of Melbourne. It loans equipment and has services for people with disabilities, older persons, and those with temporary disabilities.

The centre is located on the first floor of the Federation Square Car Park (ground level adjacent to the ArtPlay playground).

Services include:

  • equipment for hire including motorised wheelchairs, manual wheelchairs, scooters, walking frames, crutches and ID/Symbol Cane;
  • two fully accessible toilets;
  • baby change facilities;
  • proximity to available accessible car parking and/or a drop-off point;
  • information for people with mobility and sensory disabilities;
  • information about city attractions, events, facilities;
  • TTY telephone and accessible web access;
  • scooter battery re-charge facilities;
  • accessible tea, coffee and refreshment facilities; and
  • deliveries and collections of equipment from hotels.

Find out about:

Hours of operation

Monday to Friday: 9am to 6pm
Saturday and Sunday: 10am to 4pm
Public holidays: Closed

How can I access the information or equipment?

You can book using the methods listed below:

  • online;
  • telephone: 9650 6499 or freecall 1800 735 266;
  • Fax: 9650 9491; or
  • TTY: 9650 9316

The Melbourne Mobility Centre is operated by the YMCA on behalf of the City of Melbourne.

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The Melbourne Mobility Centre is an initiative of the City of Melbourne with support from the Community Support Fund and the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games.

 
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