Have your say on Penrith’s Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030

Wednesday, 15 October 2025

People with disability, family, friends, carers and networks of people with disability and Penrith service providers are invited to share their insights to assist Penrith City Council in developing a Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) for 2026-2030.

The DIAP is a community-feedback driven guide Council uses to make Penrith more inclusive and accessible to support everyone to lead meaningful and independent lives.

Across the next 4 years, Council will continue to work with partners to make improvements addressing physical, attitudinal, communication and social barriers for people with visible and invisible disability, their families, friends and carers.

Penrith Mayor Todd Carney encouraged residents to share their feedback on the plan so Council can understand their aspirations for a more accessible and inclusive Penrith.

“Each day, people with disability can experience barriers that prevent them from leading meaningful, independent lives,” Cr Carney said.

“We are seeking input from people with disability or expertise on access and inclusion to inform the Disability Inclusion Action Plan. Your feedback will help Council make informed decisions on a wide range of actions and policies.

“Everyone benefits from increased flexibility, access, and service improvements.” he said.

Community feedback for the DIAP 2022-2026 led to the award-winning campaign One Community, Many Abilities, which raised awareness about the diversity of experiences and talents in our City. Inclusive play areas, accessible paths and shared facilities at Gipps Street and the Inclusive Foundations Framework outlining ways to improve employment outcomes for people with disability came from the DIAP.

“We look forward to hearing about what will make our City a place where everyone can live, work and play equitably,” he said.

The Disability Inclusion Action Plan is open for feedback until Monday 3 November. People with disability, family and friends, carers, service providers and advocacy groups are greatly encouraged to participate.

Complete the survey at yoursaypenrith.com.au/disabilityinclusionactionplan

Visit Penrith City Library on Monday 13 October between 9:30am and 12:30pm to provide your feedback.

Visit Council’s pop-up stall at Village Cafe in Llandilo at Wilson Park, Seventh Avenue, Llandilo on Tuesday 23 October between 9:30am and 11:30am.

Contact Josephine Dambudzo on 4732 7777 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to discuss a range of options for providing feedback over the phone, using a free interpreter, voice relay, TTY or SMS relay.

Information contained within this news release was correct as at Wednesday, 15 October 2025.