People
with Special Needs
Disabled Facilities
New Zealand law requires that every new
building and major reconstruction provide
‘reasonable and adequate’ access
for people with disabilities. Most facilities
have wheelchair access, but it is wise
to check when booking.
Weka
is New Zealand's disability information
web site, with information for people
with disabilities, their families, and
caregivers.
www.weka.net.nz
Or call Weka on Ph. 0800 17 1981
Transport
for the Disabled
Tour operators such as Accessible Tours
and Jetsave can provide holiday packages
for individuals and groups. Most transport
operators do cater for people with special
needs, but it is recommended to phone
ahead to inform operators and check
availability. Most urban transport buses
are not equipped to cater for the disabled.
Parking
concessions are available for people
with disabilities, and temporary display
cards can be issued for the length of
a visitor's stay. In order to obtain
a New Zealand card, visitors should
bring their home mobility card or medical
certificate as proof of disability.
Once in New Zealand, contact the NZCCS
on 0800 227 225. Most parking areas
have parks specifically allocated for
the disabled.
Food
Allergies
Those with special diets can contact
the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry
for information on bringing particular
foods into the country, www.maf.govt.nz,
or email enquiry@maf.govt.nz.
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