Inclusive City

People with disability are diverse, with varying needs across areas like mobility, communication, self-care, employment, and social participation.

As Tasmania’s population ages, the need for inclusive services and infrastructure only grows — Tasmania already has the highest proportion of people aged 65 and over living with disability in the country, at 55 per cent.

To help guide Council’s work in this area, we have established the Access and Inclusion Special Committee.

Glenorchy City Council would like to welcome and thank the new members of Council’s Access and Inclusion Special Committee.

• Kylie Eastley
• Cassie Grimwood
• Tracey Harding
• Helen Hussey
• Don McCrae
• Adam Quarrell
• Jacquie Sanderson
• Kaitlyn Scolyer
• Sahana Sehgal
• Lorraine Webb
• Warren Yates        

Chairs:

• Alderman Shane Alderton
• Alderman Tim Marks

Facilitator:

• Inclusive City Officer Lisa Rudd

Disability in Tasmania

In Tasmania over one quarter (26.8 per cent) of people report having some type of disability. This is high compared to other states. People with disability are diverse – having different types and levels of disability, which means they have varying needs for assistance and support. Some people require support with self-care, mobility, communication, employment, and social support.

“People with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairments which – in interaction with various barriers – may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others”.

– United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

The proportion of the population living with disability increases considerably with age. Tasmania has the highest proportion of people aged 65 years and over with disability (55 per cent).

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