2019 Perth skyworks Australia day Sensory Guide

SENSORY GUIDE City of Perth Australia Day Skyworks 2019

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Welcome to the first City of Perth Skyworks Sensory Guide! We hope this guide will assist your family in planning your day at Skyworks.

Within the guide you will find a rating grid at the bottom of each page. We encourage parents/guardians to utilise the grid to measure the difficulty of each activity between 1 and 5 (1 being ‘easy peasy’ and 5 being ‘extremely difficult’). This may assist in making decisions about what to see and do, appropriate to the individual needs of your family member.

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Feedback is important to us. Please send any feedback on this guide, or the event, to info@cityofperth.wa.gov.au or call 9461 3333. For South Perth information, please contact the City of South Perth on 9474 0777 or enquiries@southperth.wa.gov.au

Quiet Zones The Skyworks atmosphere may be overwhelming or over-stimulating at times and somewhere quiet is needed to relax. There are two dedicated ‘Quiet Zones’ at Skyworks, located at the east end of Langley Park and on Riverside Drive, near Victoria Avenue (refer to the maps located in this guide). These Quiet Zones are enclosed marquees with dim lighting, bean bags and chairs, iPads and art activities with staff on hand to assist with your needs. Come say hi between 3pm and 9pm.

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Lotterywest Entertainment Zone The Lotterywest Entertainment Zone stretches over a kilometre long on Langley Park and Terrace Road Car Park (closed to public parking on the day). Here you will find a variety of free entertainment, food and services, with the entertainment split into key ‘zones’. Below you will find more detail on each ‘zone’ to help determine where you may like to visit.

Carnival Land Carnival Land is located closest to Victoria Avenue on Langley Park. In Carnival Land you will find a range of themed bouncy castles and slides as well as mechanical amusement rides including the Tumbler, mini Ferris Wheel, Cup & Saucer and Flying Dumbo. There are also bumper boats which are situated on shallow water. The inflatable options are predominately at the west end while the amusement rides are at the east end of this zone.

Key Themes and Positive Triggers

Scooby Doo, Looney Tunes, Sponge Bob, Pirates, Disney Princesses, clowns

Negative Triggers Black Out: No.

Lighting Level: Daylight with reduced lighting on dusk. Carnival Land closes at 7.45pm before it gets dark.

Flashing lights/strobe: Some amusement rides located at the east end of this zone will include flashing lights. The bouncy castles and slides feature no lights.

Loud sounds or noises: Some amusement rides located at the east end will include loud music and operational/mechanical sounds.

Repetitive noises: Yes; at amusement rides when they are in operation. The inflatable bouncy castles and slides will have a blower sound (air) which is likely to be dulled by children’s chatter and laughter.

High-pitch tones: No. Unexpected sounds: Yes – when the amusement rides first start after loading children.

Background music: Yes, mix94.5 played on speakers located along Riverside Drive on Langley Park. From Carnival Land this broadcast will be at a low level. Some amusement rides may have their own music playing.

Interaction and Participation

Activity Information: Children can participate by bouncing on the bouncy castles, going down inflatable slides or participating in an amusement ride.

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Workshop/Manual activity: The rides require you to be secured with no manual activity required; there are varying levels of adrenaline amusement rides from a mini Ferris Wheel to the Tumbler. The inflatable options require physical participation by either jumping, climbing or sliding. The Castle of Fun requires children to explore multiple fun rooms.

Are participants expected to use materials or tools?: No. Is it okay for a parent or carer to support children in participation?: The inflatable bouncy castles and slides are for children only. Parents can support children in the following activities in this zone; the Tumbler ride, Cup & Saucer, Bumper Boats, Ferris Wheel, and the Mixed Toy ride. If a child requires assistance then a parent may help on the Castle of Fun. If a child is slower in their movements than other children, is there a capacity for that child to participate?: Yes.

Attention Span Information

Each amusement ride is expected to last for approximately two and a half minutes. Children are welcome to enter and exit the bouncy castles and slides as early as they like, otherwise children will be rotated through after approximately four minutes.

Senses, Emotions and Effects

Bumper Boats are on water. Inflatable options may have a plastic-type smell when heated in the sun. The Castle of Fun is a two storey amusement; the first level includes a giant ball pit, rocker room (floor rocks side to side) spinning floor room, and a large rotating barrel that kids walk or slide through (almost like walking on a treadmill). The second floor includes a large soft boxing bags dangling from the roof creating a maze for kids to push through. This ride is not suitable for kids who are not stable on their feet.

Venue Information

Entry: Carnival Land is in an open, outdoor space, however its layout is in an upside down U-shape, with entry from the south only. The entrance is approximately 100m in length.

Enclosed or open space: Open spaces in an outdoor venue.

Density: Carnival Land has over 1,300 square metres available free space, however is expected to become busy at different times of the day, particularly after 5pm.

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Sports and Challenge Zone The Sports and Challenge Zone is located between the International Food Market and the Water Playground on Langley Park. It consists of varying sporting-related activities or challenges of varying degrees of difficulty. Football goals, basketball challenges, inflatable darts, tug of war and bubble soccer are on the easier end of the scale. Cliff or Adrenaline Jump, Spider Mountain, Climbing Wall, Zorb Balls, Bungee Joust and Gladiator are on the more challenging end of the scale. Most activities include some form of climbing, jumping or physical activity.

Key Themes and Positive Triggers

Scooby Doo, Looney Tunes, Sponge Bob, Pirates, Disney Princesses, clowns

Negative Triggers Black Out: No.

Lighting Level: Daylight with reduced lighting on dusk. Sports and Challenge Zone closes at 7.45pm before it gets dark.

Flashing lights/strobe: No. Loud sounds or noises: No. Repetitive noises: Yes – most activities are inflatable and will have a blower sound (air) which is likely to be dulled by children’s chatter and laughter.

High-pitch tones: No. Unexpected sounds: Yes – children’s screams (potentially) for more challenging activities.

Background music: Yes, mix94.5 played on speakers located along Riverside Drive on Langley Park. From the Sports and Challenge Zone, this broadcast will be at a low level.

Interaction and Participation

Activity Information: Children can participate with varying levels of difficulty. Operators can advise on how challenging an activity is and all activities can be viewed before deciding upon participation.

Workshop/Manual activity: All activities require some level of physical participation, on a sliding scale.

Are participants expected to use materials or tools?: No Is it okay for a parent or carer to support children in participation?: Parents or guardians can support their children in participation in the majority of inflatable amusements; if support is required, please bring this to the attention of the designated amusement staff.

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If a child is slower in their movements than other children, is there a capacity for that child to participate?: Yes, the amusement staff are aware that all individuals have different movement speeds; if a child’s movement is slower than other children, it is encouraged that the parent or guardian brings this to the attention of the designated amusement staff.

Attention Span Information

Many of the activities in the Sports and Challenge Zone will be dependant on how long the child takes to ‘complete’ the challenge. Some are more flexible than others; such as the Football Goals, Basketball Challenges and Inflatable Darts can be enjoyed for as little time as the child likes, however others such as the climbing walls, high ropes and obstacle challenges, require a start and finish point which will vary depending on the child’s ability.

Senses, Emotions and Effects

Bubble Soccer requires the child to ‘wear’ an inflatable suit which will involve bumping into other children intentionally. Children ‘bounce’ off one another and from the ground in their inflatable suit. Zorb Balls require the child to enter an inflatable ball (enclosed space) and then roll around and potentially bounce off other children in Zorb Balls.

The Bungee Joust requires the child to be strapped in while they run and be propelled backwards by the elastic bungee – children will be provided with a helmet to wear.

Venue Information

Entry: The Sports and Challenge Zone is in an open, outdoor space, however its layout is in an upside down U-shape, with entry from the south only. The entrance is approximately 150m in length.

Enclosed or open space: Open spaces in an outdoor venue.

Density: The Sports and Challenge Zone has over 2,000 square metres available free space, however is expected to become busy at different times of the day, particularly after 5pm.

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Water Playground The Water Playground is located at the end of Bennett Street on Langley Park, between the Sports and Challenge Zone and the Motocross/BMX Zone. It consists of 27 different water slides and water obstacle courses. There are also two water zorb ball zones.

Key Themes and Positive Triggers Water, slides

Negative Triggers Black Out: No.

Lighting Level: Daylight with reduced lighting on dusk. Water Playground closes at 7.45pm before it gets dark.

Flashing lights/strobe: No. Loud sounds or noises: No. Repetitive noises: Yes – most activities are inflatable and will have a blower sound (air) which is likely to be dulled by children’s chatter and laughter.

High-pitch tones: No. Unexpected sounds: Yes – children’s screams (potentially) when sliding down the water slides.

Background music: Yes, mix94.5 played on speakers located along Riverside Drive on Langley Park. From the Water Playground, this broadcast will be at a lower level.

Interaction and Participation

Activity Information: Children can participate with varying levels of intensity and height.

All activities can be viewed and assessed prior to joining a queue to participate. The Water Zorb Balls are a low intensity activity, however the child must enter the Zorb Ball, which is an enclosed space.

Workshop/Manual activity: All activities require some level of physical participation, on a sliding scale.

Are participants expected to use materials or tools?: No Is it okay for a parent or carer to support children in participation?: Parents or guardians can support their children in participation in the majority of water amusements; if support is required, please bring this to the attention of the designated amusement staff.

If a child is slower in their movements than other children, is there a capacity for that child to participate?: Yes, the amusement staff are aware that all individuals have different movement speeds; if a child’s movement is slower than other children, it is encouraged that the parent or guardian brings this to the attention of the designated amusement staff.

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Attention Span Information

Most of the activities are very short in duration (i.e. climbing a water slide and sliding back down), however some queuing time is to be expected. Some activities will have longer queues than others. The Water Zorb Balls is an activity that lasts approximately three minutes per session, however children are welcome to exit the zorb ball at any time.

Senses, Emotions and Effects

Water Zorb Balls require the child to enter an inflatable ball (enclosed space) and then roll/ float around on shallow water, potentially bouncing gently off other children in Zorb Balls.

Children in this zone should expect to get wet.

Venue Information

Entry: The Water Playground is in an open, outdoor space, however its layout is in an upside down U-shape, with entry from the south only. The entrance is approximately 200m in length.

Enclosed or open space: Open spaces in an outdoor venue.

Density: The Water Playground has almost 4,000 square metres available free space, however is expected to become busy at different times of the day with queues, particularly after 5pm.

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Motocross/BMX Demonstrations The Motocross/BMX stunt demonstrations will alternate between displays throughout the afternoon, showing off impressive skills and tricks to the audience. This enclosed zone is located next to the Water Playground and Family Fun activities at the east end of Langley Park.

Key Themes and Positive Triggers Motorbikes, pushbikes

Negative Triggers Black Out: No.

Lighting Level: Daylight with reduced lighting on dusk. Motocross & BMX demonstrations finish at 7.15pm before it gets dark.

Flashing lights/strobe: No. Loud sounds or noises: Yes – the motorbikes’ engines will be loud and the crowds are expected to cheer.

Repetitive noises: Motorbike engines revving.

High-pitch tones: No. Unexpected sounds: Yes – when the motorbikes first start their engines at the start of the show. Unexpected revving of engines for the crowd.

Background music: Yes, mix94.5 played on speakers located along Riverside Drive on Langley Park. The motorbikes will likely drown out the background music.

Interaction and Participation

Activity Information: This area is a spectator zone only, with no opportunity for participation.

Workshop/Manual activity: No manual activity or participation as this entertainment is for viewing only.

Are participants expected to use materials or tools?: No Is it okay for a parent or carer to support children in participation?: Not applicable to this activity.

If a child is slower in their movements than other children, is there a capacity for that child to participate?: Not applicable to this activity.

Attention Span Information

The motocross and BMX stunt demonstrations each last for approximately 15 minutes each, however audiences can come and go as they please as the viewing is in an open outdoor area.

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Senses, Emotions and Effects

Motorbikes release engine emissions/smells that may reach the audience. The motorbikes sounds may startle. The BMX stunts are low-impact, low-noise displays with no emissions.

Venue Information

Entry: The Motocross & BMX demonstrations are held within a fenced outdoor area 60m x 50m in size. The audience can view the demonstrations from the outside perimeter of this zone.

Enclosed or open space: Open spaces in an outdoor venue. The demonstrations are held within a fenced area restricted from public access for safety.

Density: The Motocross & BMX stunt zone has 220m of viewing fence-line available. At prime viewing angles the crowds are expected to be busier, however there will be other areas to view the displays from. The motocross tends to be more crowded than the BMX displays.

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Family Fun Family fun activities are situated either side of the Water Playground on Langley Park. Go Karts, a Dodgem Car Track, Race Car Slide and Ride on Cars are situated to the east of the Water Playground, whilst a Dinosaur Park and Community Art Mural are located to the west.

Key Themes and Positive Triggers

Dinosaurs, cars, go karts, slides, making a mural

Negative Triggers Black Out: No.

Lighting Level: Daylight with reduced lighting on dusk. Family Fun closes at 7.45pm before it gets dark.

Flashing lights/strobe: The Dodgem Car Track has flashing LED lights.

Loud sounds or noises: Yes – the Dodgem Car Track will feature loud music as well as mechanical sounds of the cars.

Repetitive noises: No. High-pitch tones: No. Unexpected sounds: Yes – when the Dodgem Cars bump each other. Throughout the Dinosaur Park will be the sound of dinosaurs, including loud ‘roar’ sounds.

Background music: Yes, mix94.5 played on speakers located along Riverside Drive onLangley Park. The Dodgem Car Track will also have music playing.

Interaction and Participation

Activity Information: The Community Art Mural encourages active participation to contribute to the mural. The Dinosaur Park feature mechanical dinosaur statues which move and make dinosaur sounds. Within the Dinosaur Park there is also an educational and entertaining live show where children can learn all about the prehistoric era.

Workshop/Manual activity: Children can contribute to the Community Art Mural by using paints in the way of finger painting or hand prints. Go Karts and Dodgem Cars are operated by the child whilst the Ride On Cars are controlled by the parent/guardian. The Race Car Slide children climb and slide down.

Are participants expected to use materials or tools?: Yes – for the Community Art Mural.

Is it okay for a parent or carer to support children in participation?: Yes – for the Community Art Mural, Ride On Cars and the Dodgem Cars (whereby adults can sit with the children in a car). The Race Car Slide and Go Karts are for children participation only however operators can assist as required.

If a child is slower in their movements than other children, is there a capacity for that child to participate?: Yes.

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Attention Span Information

The Dinosaur shows last for approximately 25 minutes however children can leave early if required. Dodgem Cars, Go Karts and Ride On Car sessions last for approximately two to three minutes.

Senses, Emotions and Effects

The Community Art Mural may have paint smells and different textured materials being used.

Venue Information

Entry: The Family Fun activities are held within outdoor areas with the exception of the Community Art Mural which will be housed in a 12m x 12m inflatable shade tent.

Enclosed or open space: Open spaces in an outdoor venue with the exception of the Community Art Mural which will be housed in a 12m x 12m inflatable shade tent.

Density: Crowds may vary over the course of the afternoon, with 5pm onwards expected to be the busiest times.

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Youth Zone Terrace Road Car Park, located between Governors Avenue and Victoria Avenue (access along Riverside Drive) will be closed to public parking on the day to make way for additional activities. Skateboarding Clinics and demonstrations will occur throughout the afternoon, a Games Vault bus will be in attendance with various video games and Channel Nine will have some mini golf and basketball challenges.

Key Themes and Positive Triggers

Skateboards, mini golf, basketball, video games

Negative Triggers Black Out: No.

Lighting Level: Daylight with reduced lighting on dusk. These activities finish at 7.45pm before it gets dark.

Flashing lights/strobe: No. Loud sounds or noises: Yes – skateboarding tricks will make some clashing noises. The Games Vault bus will have a range of video game noises.

Repetitive noises: Yes. Some video games may have repetitive sounds.

High-pitch tones: No. Unexpected sounds: Yes – the skateboarding demonstrations may make some loud noises which will be unexpected if walking nearby or approaching.

Background music: Yes, mix94.5 played on speakers located along Riverside Drive.

Interaction and Participation

Activity Information: Children can participate in the skateboarding clinics or in their own time in-between sessions. Alternatively they can spectate the professionals. The Games Vault bus features video games that can be played. Channel Nine activities include mini golf and basketball games.

Workshop/Manual activity: No workshops, most activities require some physical interaction and participation.

Are participants expected to use materials or tools?: No. Is it okay for a parent or carer to support children in participation?: Yes. If a child is slower in their movements than other children, is there a capacity for that child to participate?: Yes.

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Attention Span Information

Skateboarding clinics run for approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes however participants can come and go anytime within this allocated timeslot. Spectators can also come and go as they please. Games Vault and Channel Nine activities are flexible in time spent here.

Senses, Emotions and Effects N/A

Venue Information

Entry: There are various entry points to Terrace Road Car Park, with the main entries being along Riverside Reserve and via Victoria Avenue driveway.

Enclosed or open space: Open spaces in an outdoor venue. The Games Vault you enter the bus however there are games on the outside that can also be played without entering.

Density: There is plenty of space around the activities however crowds may become more dense from 5pm.

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Birak Concert Celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island cultures, the annual Birak Concert includes music, dance and food and is located at the Supreme Court Gardens. There will be a main stage of musical and dance entertainment, bouncy castles, workshops and face painting for the kids, an Elders Marquee and Noongar Radio doing a live broadcast.

Key Themes and Positive Triggers Music, dancing, craft, painting

Negative Triggers Black Out: No.

Lighting Level: Daylight with reduced lighting on dusk. The Birak Concert finishes at 7.30pm before it gets dark.

Flashing lights/strobe: No. Loud sounds or noises: Yes – this is a music concert with loud music from the stage.

Repetitive noises: No. High-pitch tones: No. Unexpected sounds: No. Background music: No – all music will be from the stage and be the focal point of the event.

Interaction and Participation

Activity Information: This event is predominately spectator focused, with the stage the central focal point. There are some children’s workshops.

Workshop/Manual activity: Belt making & braided headband workshops, aboriginal dance workshops, inflatable slide and bouncy castle.

Are participants expected to use materials or tools?: Yes, in craft activities.

Is it okay for a parent or carer to support children in participation?: Yes. If a child is slower in their movements than other children, is there a capacity for that child to participate?: Yes.

Attention Span Information

Spectators can come and go as they please.

Senses, Emotions and Effects

Flashing coloured lights will be used on stage. Face painting is available.

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Venue Information

Entry: There are various entry points to Supreme Court Gardens, including from Barrack Street, Riverside Drive and a wide entry at Governor’s Avenue.

Enclosed or open space: Open spaces in an outdoor venue.

Density: There is plenty of space in Supreme Court Gardens. The closer to the stage, the more dense the crowd will become.

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Fireworks Display The culmination of the day is a 30-minute fireworks display over the Swan River. This is accompanied by a music soundtrack, broadcast from speakers along Riverside Drive (edge of Langley Park).

Key Themes and Positive Triggers Fireworks, colours, music

Negative Triggers Black Out: No.

Lighting Level: It will be darker as the sun goes down from around 8pm. The fireworks will light up the sky and make the area brighter.

Flashing lights/strobe: Yes – some fireworks effects have a strobe/flashing-like effect.

Loud sounds or noises: Yes – fireworks have large bangs when fired.

Repetitive noises: Yes. Fireworks will repeatedly be fired for 30 minutes.

High-pitch tones: Yes – some fireworks have a high-pitched ‘whistle’ noise.

Unexpected sounds: Yes – the fireworks will have a variety of different sounds at different times.

Background music: Yes, mix94.5 will be broadcasting the official Skyworks soundtrack on radio (some people may bring their own) and on the speakers along Riverside Drive (edge of Langley Park).

Interaction and Participation

Activity Information: No other activities during this time, viewing of fireworks only.

Workshop/Manual activity: No. Are participants expected to use materials or tools?: No. Is it okay for a parent or carer to support children in participation?: No participation is required.

If a child is slower in their movements than other children, is there a capacity for that child to participate?: Not applicable.

Attention Span Information

Spectators can come and go as they please, however crowds will be dense at this time. The fireworks last 30-minutes from 8pm to 8.30pm.

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Senses, Emotions and Effects

There will be distinctive smells from the fireworks, which may be stronger or weaker depending on the direction of the wind that evening. There will be smoke visible from the fireworks. There are a number of different special effects within the fireworks display in the air above Swan River.

Venue Information

Entry: Viewing is from anywhere along Perth Foreshore. However, there is a dedicated accessible viewing area for people who require Audio Describers and Auslan Interpreters.

Within this fenced area, families with a family member who are autistic or sensory sensitive are invited to book a place to view the fireworks from this safe enclosed zone.

Bookings are essential, please book at visitperth.com.au/events/skyworks Enclosed or open space: Open spaces in an outdoor venue.

Density: Crowd density will be high during the fireworks, with many thousands of spectators expected. The beforementioned viewing area provides a ‘safe zone’ with other families who have a disability and a small relief from the anticipated busy crowds. Families are also welcome to wait in this zone, or a nearby Quiet Zone, until some of the crowds disperse at 8.30pm, so it is less overwhelming upon departure of the event.

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Map 1 HILL STREET

TERRACE ROAD

BENNETT STREET

ACROD ACCESS

Accessible Matting

Food Trucks

Accessible Toilet

Quiet Zone

Lost Child Point

Baby Change Facilities

Police

First Aid

Information Booth

Shade

Water

Sausage Sizzle

Food Markets

Courtesy Shuttle Route

Courtesy Shuttle Pick-up

Information Sign

RIVERSIDE DRIVE

LANGLEY PARK LOTTERYWEST ENTERTAINMENT ZONE

PLA IN STR EET

SKYWORKS ACCESSIBLE EVENT MAP

ACROD Parking

LEGEND

NOT TO SCALE Please Note: Langley Park is 920m in length

AUDIO DESCRIPTORS AND INTERPRETERS 250m

VI CT OR IA AV EN UE

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FOOD ZONE

CHALLENGE FUN

FAMILY

HILL STREET

MARKETS

TERRACE ROAD

SIZZLE

SAUSAGE

RIVERSIDE DRIVE

WATER PLAYGROUND

MOTOCROSS/BMX

BENNETT STREET

FAMILY FUN

ACROD ACCESS

LANGLEY PARK LOTTERYWEST ENTERTAINMENT ZONE

PLA IN STRE ET

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CARNIVAL LAND

NOT TO SCALE Please Note: Langley Park is 920m in length

AUDIO DESCRIPTORS AND INTERPRETERS 250m

VI CT OR IA AV EN UE

LEGEND

First Aid

Recycling

Police

Food Trucks

Bike Parking

Information

ATM

Free Drinking Water

Lost Child Point

ACROD Parking

Public Toilets

Baby Change Facilities

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Map 3

TERRACE ROAD CAR PARK

CHANNEL 9 ACTIVITIES SKATEBOARDING WA GAME VAULT

RIVERSIDE RESERVE

VICTORIA AVENUE

GOVERNORS AVENUE

TERRACE ROAD

RIVERSIDE DRIVE

TERRACE ROAD CAR PARK YOUTH ZONE LEGEND

Quiet Zone

Public Toilets

Accessible Matting

Free Drinking Water

ATM

Accessible Access Point Food Trucks

Shaded Area

Auslan and Audio Describing

INFLATABLE RIDES

FOOD TRUCKS

MARKET STALLS

GOVERNOR’S AVENUE

STAGE

BARRACK STREET

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RIVERSIDE DRIVE JETTY

BIRAK CONCERT 2019 SUPREME COURT GARDENS LEGEND

Toilets

Accessible Toilets

Accessible Parking

First Aid

Elders Zone

Recycling

Lost Child Point

Accessible Area & Matting

Free Drinking Water Auslan & Audio Describing

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