Bunjil Place
Highlights
- Explore the vibrant outdoor plaza, where creativity and community come alive through engaging events and performances.
- Discover the multi-purpose studio, offering a dynamic space for artistic expression and cultural gatherings.
- Visit the public gallery, showcasing renowned exhibitions like The Archibald Prize and local festivals throughout the year.
- Relax at the café, enjoying delicious refreshments in a welcoming atmosphere perfect for families and friends.
Bunjil Place is a multi-disciplinary Arts and Entertainment venue in the heart of Melbourne’s South-East. They are a creative hub, a hive of culture and a community meeting place.
Since its opening on 28 October 2017, Bunjil Place has secured its place as the City of Casey’s premier entertainment precinct by bringing together an exciting mix of facilities.
Be delighted and entertained by their full program of creative events in their outdoor events plaza, theatre, multipurpose studio and public gallery. Visit their community facilities at the City of Casey Customer Service Centre, library, function centre, café or public meeting rooms.
Having hosted such events as Floribunda and The Archibald Prize in the gallery, and the Casey Cornucopia local produce festival, there’s always something to see and do at Bunjil Place.
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Accreditations
- VIC – Yarra Ranges Tourism
Features
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Companion Cards are accepted.
- Employs people with disabilities.
- Staff are trained in disability awareness.
- Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
- Website meets <a href="https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/" target="_blank">WCAG 2.0</a> accessibility standards
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility.
Vision
Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Information in audio format (includes an audio described map of their venue, audio descs of performances and/ or displays) is available.
- Uses easy to read fonts in their signage and communication materials (Helvetica and Arial).
- Staff are trained in customer service for people with vision loss (training would incorporate way finding and communicating with people with vision loss).
- An appropriate area for toileting an assistance dog is available.
- Handrails on all stairways
- Exit signs which are visible at a ground level (high level signs are difficult to see in a fire) are available.
Hearing
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- A hearing loop is available.
- Transmitter receivers for hearing aids on tours are available.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Uses floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
- Grab rails in the bathroom
- Seating in common areas including reception area
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- A step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
- Step free access to restaurant, lounge and bar
- Step free access to the conference or function room
- Accessible seating areas in theatrette
- Lifts with enough space for people using a mobility aid to enter and turn around to use the lift buttons. Buttons are at accessible height.
- A wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room is available.
- At least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high).
Allergies and intolerances
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
- Modify their cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc).
- Staff are trained to respond to allergic reactions.
- Complies with The Food Authority requirements for allergy management in food preparation.
Access & Inclusion
An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
- https://www.casey.vic.gov.au/policies-strategies/diversity-access-inclusion-policy
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