Library Resources
Accessible Library Resources
The City’s libraries are designed to be a welcoming and accessible place for everyone. To help make your visit to the library easy and enjoyable, the City offers a range of accessible resources.
To find out more, visit Accessible resources
Quiet Hour
Take a break from the buzz and enjoy a peaceful visit during Quiet Hour, a dedicated time with low lighting, reduced noise, and minimal interruptions. This calm and welcoming environment is designed for anyone who prefers a more comfortable, relaxed space to browse, read or unwind.
To find out more, visit Quiet Hour
Sensory-Friendly Events
Sensory Movie Screenings
Sensory Friendly screenings are tailored to meet the needs of families living with autism and other sensory needs. These screenings provide a safe and accepting cinema environment, with dimmed lighting and softened sound levels.
Sensory Screenings are advertised on the City’s Events page
FeNaClNG Festival - Inclusion Sessions
Inclusion sessions for FeNaClNG Festival are held the day before the main festival weekend, offering a sensory-friendly environment for families to enjoy the rides and attractions.
To find out more, contact community.development@karratha.wa.gov.au
All-terrain Wheelchair
Hire an All-terrain Wheelchair
Explore our diverse National Parks and beaches with the City’s free all-terrain wheelchair hire.
To hire the all-terrain wheelchair and Mobi Mat, please download and complete the application form. The wheelchair is located at Karratha Leisureplex.
Bookings can be made via email leisureplex@karratha.wa.gov.au or over the phone 08 9186 8556.
Accessible Transport
For accessible transport within the City of Karratha, contact Rob at Regional Independent Services on 0447 203 773.
Accessible Facilities
National Public Toilet Map
The National Public Toilet Map shows the location of public and private facilities across Australia, including toilets, adult change and baby care. Information is provided about each toilet, such as location, accessibility details, opening hours and features like sharps disposal and showers.
Communication Boards
Communication boards have been installed across the following parks to enhance inclusivity and accessibility for individuals with communication challenges.
- Bulgarra Play Space
- Dampier Foreshore
- Kevin Richards Memorial Park
- Miles Loop Park
- Smith-Delambre Park
These boards provide a visual tool using symbols, images, and simple words to support both understanding and expression, helping young people to fully participate in outdoor play and social interactions.
City of Karratha Accessible Facilities Overview
The Accessible Facilities Matrix provides a clear overview of disability-friendly amenities across venues in the City of Karratha. This document highlights details such as wheelchair access, accessible toilets, ACROD parking availability, wheelchair friendly paths, lifts where applicable, and parent/baby change facilities.
Resources for People Living with Disability, Carers and Family Members
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
For more information about the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and how to apply, visit NDIS
People with Disabilities (PWdWA)
People with Disabilities (PWdWA) provide non-legal advocacy to people with disabilities across a spectrum of issues such as support making a complaint, accommodation and housing, NDIS, government services support, transport, and more.
Contact
Louise Young
Individual Advocate – Pilbara
0467 716 920
louise@pwdwa.org
Carers WA
Carers WA is the peak body that represents the needs and interests of carers in Western Australia. They support the empowerment and wellbeing of carers through a range of innovative programs, services and advocacy.
Carer Gateway
Carer Gateway is an Australian Government program providing free services and support for carers.
Siblings Australia
Siblings Australia has set up several ways you can connect with others who are supporting a sibling living with a disability.
SibWorks – Karratha Central Health Care
A program for children aged 8-12, who have a sibling with a disability. SibWorks helps children understand disability, feel less alone, build confidence, and learn healthy ways to cope and express themselves.
Contact programs@karrathahealthcare.org.au for more information.