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Disability Access

The Melbourne Writers Festival is committed to providing access to people with disabilities.

Deaf Community:

View Auslan introduction
In 2010, Melbourne Writers Festival will provide Auslan interpreters at certain sessions of our 2010 program based on your interest. View the events that will be Auslan interpreted.

We welcome your participation in the Melbourne Writers Festival 2010.

The Keynote Address will be interpreted.

Hearing Loops: Most venues have hearing loops. Please phone 03 9999 1199 or email ticketing@mwf.com.au for details on how to book these seats.

NOTE: Are you interested in the workshop Deaf Can Write – see program for more details.

Wheelchair/Mobility Access:

All Festival venues have wheelchair access, however if you use a wheelchair or have a mobility impairment, assistance will be required to gain access at the some of our venues.

If booking for Melbourne Town Hall, RMIT Capitol Theatre or The Toff in Town, please ring the box office on 03 9999 1199 to book your tickets and register your request for wheelchair/mobility access. An usher will then be available to assist you to the venue.

Visually impaired:

Download a plain text version of the festival program (PDF 415KB)

Additional accessibility information

If you would like further information or require assistance to attend any of our Festival venues please contact the festival on 03 9999 1199 or email ticketing@mwf.com.au.
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