The council initially said 'site challenges' had made it impossible to make a truly inclusive playground, but have now committed $100,000 to upgrades.
abc.net.au/news/qld-bribie-island-accessible-play/102488140A seven-year-old who took on a Queensland council after an $800,000 park makeover to improve accessibility made it impossible for him to play there has won.
The letter also suggested Zach's family visit there are two local "all-abilities" playgrounds instead – a 45-minute drive away.The upgrades the council has now committed to include a new soft-fall surface for people in wheelchairs and prams to move around the playground area easily as well as an accessible carousel.
"All he [Zach] wanted was to get to the swings, and this simple request had a profound impact on me because accessibility is not a niche issue.""I think the mayor has seriously responded to this, I think beyond tokenism," she said.She said Zach's school had also heard about his letter, and the principal shared how proud they were of his advocacy at an assembly.Zach, his mum Jessica and twin brother River.
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