FINDINGS

Summary of Audit Findings

Contained below is a summary of the extensive findings compiled in an Audit report. The complete Audit can be found in Annex 1.

Health and community services

  • There is one GP or health centre located in the Goomalling. There is also the Goomalling Hospital which has an emergency service.
  • There is a dental service located in Goomalling and allied health services are run from the hospital and medical surgery.
  • One pharmacy is available in town. It has a very heavy door that can be difficult for seniors to use and does not offer a delivery service.

Outdoor spaces

  • There were several parks and open spaces surveyed within the Shire for the audit. Full details of these specific places can be found in the report. Paths and walkways in these spaces are generally accessible for wheelchairs, gophers or walking frames.

Public buildings

  • Public buildings surveyed in the audit are comprised of the administration building, war memorial hall, sports pavilion and many other buildings. Full details of buildings survey can be found in the report. Not all buildings surveyed for this audit are accessible or contain unisex disability accessible toilets.

Transport and movement

  • Footpaths are generally wide enough for wheelchairs, gophers and walking frames. Footpaths are also generally well maintained, free of obstructions and generally well lit. There is not adequate seating provided along major pedestrian routes but there are generally adequate footpaths provided on key access routes.
  • Traffic signs are generally visible and well placed.
  • Public transport is not available but HACC clients may qualify for additional transport. A community bus is provided by the Shire for community and individual hires.

Housing

  • There is not sufficient suitable housing to meet the needs of the ageing population in the future.
  • There are sufficient and affordable home maintenance and adaptation services available in the Shire.
  • In addition to this, there are several seniors' housing precincts located on Hoddy Street. This area is located close to services and the community

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