Companion Card
https://www.qld.gov.au/disability/out-and-about/subsidies-concessions-passes/companion-card
The National Companion Card Scheme brings together State and Territory Companion Card programs that enable eligible people with lifelong disability to participate at venues and activities without incurring the cost of a second ticket for their companion.
The cardholder presents their card at participating affiliate organisations to purchase a ticket or pay an entry fee and receive a ticket for their companion at no extra charge.
The National Card Scheme is comprised of Companion Card programs run by each State and Territory which issue the Companion Card i.e. there is no National Card. Under the scheme, a cardholder may use their card in any State or Territory when on holidays or travelling. If a cardholder permanently moves to reside in another state or territory then they will need to apply for a new Companion Card from the State/Territory in which they now reside.
Disability parking permit
You may be able to apply for an Australian permit if you are a Queensland resident and 1 of the following applies to you:
- unable to walk and always require the use of a wheelchair
- ability to walk is severely restricted by a permanent medical condition or ability to walk is severely restricted by a temporary medical condition or disability that you will have for 6 months or more as certified by your doctor or occupational therapist.
Applicants with intellectual, psychiatric, cognitive, or sensory impairment alone do not meet the eligibility criteria unless the applicant also has a mobility impairment that impacts on their ability to walk.
Master Locksmiths Access Key
The Master Locksmiths Access Key (MLAK) system is an MLAA initiative that allows people with a disability access to dedicated public facilities, including facilities in National Parks and many Council municipalities, elevators at railway stations, the new Changing Places facilities throughout Australia, disabled toilets that are locked, and even the Liberty Swing. It was launched back in 1994 as a joint venture between Pittwater Council, ACROD and the MLAA, before being implemented Nationally.
People with a disability can purchase an MLAK key which will open all toilets, playground equipment and other facilities fitted with a lock that uses the special MLAK cylinder.
Taxi Subsidy Scheme
The Taxi Subsidy Scheme (TSS) subsidises taxi travel—half of the total fare, up to a maximum of $25 per trip—for people with severe disabilities.
TSS pays half the value of a member’s taxi fare, up to a maximum fare of $50. There is no limit on the number of taxi journeys a member may take to attract the subsidy. The subsidy is paid to taxi drivers—members have no additional costs.
TSS membership lasts for a maximum of 5 years. To extend your membership, you must reapply before the expiry date.
If you have a temporary disability, 6 to 12-month memberships are available.
Translink Access Pass
The TransLink Access Pass is a travel pass for people with a permanent physical or intellectual disability who can:
- travel independently on TransLink services, and
- demonstrate that due to their disability they are unable to independently use a go card.
Passholders receive unlimited travel on all South East Queensland TransLink bus, train, ferry and tram services (except Airtrain).
You are required to carry the card with you all at times when travelling, as you may be asked by a driver or authorised person to show your card.
There is no need to touch on and off like a go card.
Vision Impairment Travel Pass
Vision Impairment Travel Pass (VITP) holders can travel on all TransLink services (excluding Airtrain) and regional qconnect bus services for free.