PROJECT UPDATE - Bundaberg Region Inclusive Tourism Legacy Building
The past few months have been extremely busy for BT's marketing team, with Connie working with Wide Bay Kids to roll out the Bundaberg Region Inclusive Tourism Legacy Building project.
The project will elevate the accessible tourism experiences within the region and allow us to set a benchmark for accessibility standards in the tourism industry across the region, and has been funded through the Queensland Government’s Access Project Grant.
Key milestones to date include:
• The delivery of training package Introducing Accessible Tourism in region by GetAboutAble in August;
• Commencement of the Accessible Destination Guide with assessments and photoshoots taking place across the Region last week;
• Commencement of VaycayIt's destination content creation, and opportunities for operator to be involved now open for EOIs;
• In partnership with BRC, PartyHigher's Immersive event date has been confirmed - stay tuned for details!
More than 30 operators and venues have actively engaged in the project so far.
About the Project
1. Creation of sensory audio guides with VayCayIt and operators to provide perceptible travel information, increasing confidence in decision-making for people of all abilities
2. Development of a dedicated digital guide with GetAboutAble to assist visitors in planning their trips more inclusively, ensuring that everyone can explore and enjoy the Bundaberg Region to its fullest potential
3. Workshops with industry around Disability Awareness & Inclusion Training and Accessible Events
4. A sensory-friendly all-inclusive event delivered by Party Higher and Bundaberg Regional Council, incorporating universal design principles aligned with an existing destination event.
