Splashing out on kids and all at U-BEACH Day
By Tiahna Fiddling
Australia's leading community program for people with disability, Universal Beach Access Hub (U-BEACH) is hosting a Community Beach Day next Friday (13 September).
Led by CQUniversity Physiotherapy, the accessible event will welcome attendees of all ages, abilities and backgrounds to enjoy a beach day at Nielson Park, Bargara.
Event organiser and CQU physiotherapy researcher Sasha Job said the second U-BEACH Community Beach Day event for 2024 would feature specialised beach mobility equipment for children, youth and adults as well as physical assistance for transfers, including hoists.
The free event will also feature a diverse range of activities, from walking and swimming to kite-flying, cricket, sand games, sandcastle building, and obstacle courses.
“U-BEACH strives to create inclusive environments where everyone can participate in beach-based activities,” Ms Job said.
The September U-BEACH Community Beach Day is proudly supported by the CQUniversity Physiotherapy team in partnership with Health and Wellbeing Queensland, Bundaberg Independent Living Specialists, Rhino Support Coordination, Endeavour Foundation and Rotary Club of Bundaberg Sunrise.
"The Beach Day is an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of people with disabilities to our community, foster interaction and engagement among all community members,” Ms Job said.
“Thanks to these innovative projects and partnerships, U-BEACH has been able to break down barriers to beach access and promote inclusivity.”
The event will run from 9am-1pm and will also include a fundraising raffle and sausage sizzle.
Further information can be obtained by contacting Sasha Job via email at s.job@cqu.edu.au.
