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Transport
Disability parking permits
If you have a condition that affects your walking or vision, you may be eligible for mobility parking. Check your eligibility and how to apply.
Driving or riding with disability
Find out about applying for and maintaining a licence to drive or ride, including medical assessments and vehicle modifications.
Plan an accessible trip on public transport
Information and tools to help you plan your trip on public transport in NSW, including accessible service details.
Companion Card for free public transport
The Companion Card gives your carer or companion free travel on most public transport in NSW when they're travelling with you.
Vision impaired person’s (VIP) travel pass
If you're severely vision impaired, you can apply for a VIP travel pass for free travel on NSW public transport.
Assistance animal permit for public transport
Assistance animal permits are free and valid for 12 months. They allow you to bring your assistance animal on NSW transport.
Taxi subsidy support scheme
Unable to use public transport due to severe and permanent disability? You may be eligible for a 50% subsidy on taxi fares, up to a $60 per trip.
Housing
Housing support and the NDIS
The NDIS can help with home and living supports. Check what they fund and how to apply.
Public housing
Check your eligibility for public housing. Learn about the application process, including the forms you’ll need to apply.
Public housing modifications
If you're a current tenant or an approved applicant for public housing, you may be eligible for home modifications. Learn what's available and how to apply.
Sport and recreation
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Find accessible parks and experiences
Search and filter access-friendly activities and places in NSW National Parks, from picnic areas and lookouts, to camping and accommodation.
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Get into sport
Choose from dozens of inclusive sports in NSW. Whether you're a beginner or you're looking for a challenge, we've got you covered for team and individual sports.
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
Check if you're eligible for the NDIS
If you're an Australian citizen or permanent resident, and you're under 65, use this eligibility checklist to get started with the NDIS.
Providing evidence of disability
To apply for the NDIS, you need recent written support from a relevant health professional. Follow these steps.
Discrimination and your rights
Disability discrimination
Learn about disability discrimination and what to do if you experience it.
Legal advice if you've been discriminated against
If you're within NSW, the Australian Centre for Disability Law may be able to help.
Disability laws and standards
Find plans, resources and guidelines for disability inclusion and understand the laws behind them.
Get help from an advocate
An advocate can help you:
- understand your rights
- assert your rights
- access services and support
- act on your own behalf to solve issues.
Get more info in Easy Read, Auslan video or standard format.
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Make a consumer complaint
Fair Trading help with complaints and disputes about consumer rights, including:
- buying products and services
- real estate, renting and strata
- cars and other vehicles
- building and trades.
Find payments and vouchers
See which NSW Government rebates and vouchers you qualify for.
Talk to us online or in person
We'll help you find and apply for rebates, vouchers and discounts.
Find Australian Government payments
Use the online tool to find payments and services specific to your needs.