Uber is trialing wheelchair access vehicles in its Brisbane service, as the ride-sharing platform tries to combat claims it does not cater for disabled passengers.The three-day trial began on Tuesday and coincided with the National Disability Insurance Scheme Conference being held in South Brisbane. UberWAV driver Con loads a passenger into his van on Tuesday in Brisbane, As recently as last month the Australian Taxi Industry Association criticised Uber for its "lack of wheelchair accessibility".Uber Queensland general manager Mike Abbott said a "handful" of vehicles with mechanical wheelchair lifts were being used in its pilot program named UberWAV. Ride-sharing apps like Uber are currently subject to a Queensland Government review. Mr Abbott said about 10 per cent of the company's customers already used its disability-friendly mode called UberASSIST, which utilises drivers with extra training who have vehicles that can fit a folded wheelchair or scooter.If the trial is successful, he said Uber was hoping to get dozens of UberWAV drivers on Brisbane's roads.
"It's clear to us that members of the community with accessibility needs...are looking for transportation alternatives," Mr Abbott said."If you're booking a wheelchair-accessible taxi wait times are often in excess of 18 minutes, their reliability is an issue."Uber and its taxi services remain illegal in all Australian states and territories, except the ACT. While it is not against the law for passengers to ride-share, drivers face penalties if they are caught by transport authorities.In Queensland the state government has ordered a review into ride-sharing, but any changes to legislation are unlikely to occur until late 2016. Opponents in parliament include the increasingly influential Katter Party, who have accused Uber of hurting small business and want drivers slugged double demerit points if caught.UberWAV driver Con, who did not want his surname published, said he believed the service could fill a void especially for disabled passengers who needed transport on weekends."[Other than taxis] the only other way these people get around is through the disability networks and organisations themselves, but often that's a business hours thing," he said."
I saw this being a very safe, very convenient, cost-effective way of transport."Con, who has a 13-year-old son who uses a wheelchair, drives a modified small van with a wheelchair lift and special seatbelts for passengers."I don't condone breaking the law, but as I see it it's this grey area. I see the need to help those who can't help themselves, and I'm willing to put myself out there to help them."Want more stories like this? Follow our Facebook feed.The requested URL /cgi-bin/cart/trader.cgi?view_all_old=1&state=Queensland&cat=For+Sale+-+Taxi+Plates was not found on this server. Additionally, a 404 Not Found error was encountered while trying to use an ErrorDocument to handle the request.Al Palmer offers an affordable range of options in the expensive field of wheelchair cars and mobility vehicles. Our friendly staff will do whatever it takes to ensure your mobility needs are met. Our lifestyle suited vehicles can give back your freedom and independence, an easier life without the mobility limitations.
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P: 07 3120 7930 (10:00 am–8:00 pm on event days) Brisbane International: 31 December – 7 January 2018 The provisional schedule will be released closer to the event date. > Find out about the Corporate Hospitality options available for Brisbane International To purchase tickets (subject to availability), collect tickets or for lost ticket inquiries please go to the Box Office, which is located in front of Pat Rafter Arena. Patrons collecting tickets, making inquiries, or purchasing tickets from the Box Office should plan their arrival in anticipation of queues. Please note: it is recommended if you have selected venue/Box Office collection that you collect your tickets prior to arriving at the venue from a Ticketek agency to take full advantage of the free public transport to and from the event and to avoid queues at the venue/Box Office. If you wish to upgrade your ground pass to a Pat Rafter Arena reserved seat you can do so at either the external Box Office or at the upgrade Box Office, which is located next to the information booth inside the venue.
Upgrade prices will be charged as the difference between a ground pass ticket and a Pat Rafter Arena ticket and are subject to availability. Please note that complimentary tickets cannot be upgraded. All valid ticket holders will be able to access the event via the turnstiles at the top of the central staircase at the main entry foyer. Corporate Suite ticket holders can access the event via the stairwell on the left of the turnstiles. All other Corporate Hospitality ticket holders can access the event via the Corporate Entry (located next to the turnstiles) or alternatively they can enter via the turnstiles. Cloaking facilities will be located near the front entry of the tennis centre, in Ken Fletcher Park. Items prohibited at the Queensland Tennis Centre may be left in the cloakroom. Please take time to review the list of prohibited items. This list can be found in the Brisbane International Ticket Conditions of Sale and Entry. If in doubt, leave it at home. Pass-outs will be allowed.
Please ensure that you retain your valid event ticket as you will be required to scan your event ticket on exit and again on re-entry. First Aid will be available on site, located near door 8 of Pat Rafter Arena. Toilets are located at various positions around the stadium and the Queensland Tennis Centre grounds. Please bear in mind that toilets are only accessible after gates open at the Queensland Tennis Centre. There are limited ATM and EFTPOS facilities located within the Queensland Tennis Centre. To avoid queues please come prepared with cash. The Queensland Tennis Centre is a non-smoking venue. There are limited designated smoking areas available outside the venue. Please ensure you scan out of the turnstiles to ensure re-entry is permitted. Please note that Queensland law prohibits smoking within four meters of non-residential building entrances. Bags may be subject to a random safety and security search upon entry. Please remember bags too large to fit under a seat cannot be brought to the Brisbane International.
The Brisbane International is an outdoor event. It is recommended that patrons bring appropriate protection from sun and rain (i.e. hats, sunscreen, raincoats and warm clothing) even if seated inside Pat Rafter Arena. For the comfort and safety of patrons and players the following items are not allowed into the Queensland Tennis Centre:animals except service animals (e.g. seeing eye dogs); any item that could be used as a weapon; beach balls and other inflatable devices, audio recorders; bicycles, scooters, skateboards and roller-blades/skates; camera tripods, monopods, telephoto camera lenses with a focal length capacity of greater than 200 mm; video cameras and handy-cams; drink and food cans; large containers in excess of 1.5 litres; flags, banners or signs larger than 1.2 m wide or with handles longer than 50 cm in length; musical instruments and/or amplification equipment; unauthorised advertising or marketing material or flyers; laser pointers, distress signals, whistles or loud hailers;
dangerous goods and any other item prohibited by legislation. Note: prams and strollers are not permitted in seating areas. King Arthur Terrace will be closed between Softstone Street and Fairfield Road from Friday 29 December 2017 until Sunday 7 January 2018. Please note, only authorised vehicles are permitted access to King Arthur Terrace between these points during these dates. Present your valid Brisbane International ticket that corresponds to the date of travel to travel free with TransLink to and from the event on Brisbane Transport bus and Queensland Rail train services. In addition to regular timetable services, additional special bus and rail services will be provided for Brisbane International patrons. Event tickets purchased at the Queensland Tennis Centre box office on the day of the event are only valid for free post-event travel. There is no public parking at the Queensland Tennis Centre. It is advised that you use public transport, which is free with a valid event ticket to get to the Brisbane International.
During major events at the Queensland Tennis Centre, a one-hour parking restriction applies throughout the precinct from 7 am to 10 pm (on event days only). For further information please visit the Brisbane City Council Traffic and Parking Control Areas website. There is very limited car parking available for patrons with disabled car parking stickers. This car parking must be pre-booked before the event by calling the Brisbane International on (07) 3120 7930. A disabled car park sticker is required for all bookings and must be displayed on the car with the Brisbane International parking pass at all times to avoid parking fines. If you are attending with someone who has difficulty walking, the best solution to access the site is to utilise the free taxi shuttle for elderly and disabled patrons from Yeerongpilly train station. Please note that the Queensland Tennis Centre offers wheelchair friendly seating on the main level of the stadium. If you are purchasing a wheelchair space you can also purchase a carer seat next to this space.