In the spirit of breaking down barriers and celebrating abilities, the City of Greater Geraldton has teamed up with local service providers to host a number of events as part of International Day of People with Disability.

On Thursday 1 and Friday 2 December, celebrations will include wheelchair basketball, a live petting exhibit, the Creative Waves art exhibition plus heaps more.

City of Greater Geraldton Mayor Shane Van Styn said the event was celebrated on an international scale and it was very significant for the City to recognise.

“We are committed to facilitating the inclusion of people with disability and we think it’s very important to support the celebration and recognise the great work that is done within our community,” he said.

“We are proud to support International Day for People with Disability by hosting a celebratory event plus teaming up with local community organisations to present some great activities.

“I would encourage everyone to come down and check out the events.”

International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) is an annual global event that aims to increase public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability, and celebrate the achievements and contributions that people with disability have made to the community.

This year the City will be hosting celebrations on Friday 2 December from 4-7pm at the Geraldton Multipurpose Centre stage area on the Foreshore. There will be wheelchair basketball, family friendly activities, a free sausage sizzle and more.

The Creative Waves art exhibition by people with a disability will be held on Thursday 1 December at the Queens Park Theatre opening at 6pm.

There will also be a live petting exhibit presented by Central Regional TAFE Animal Studies and Students on Thursday 1 December from 9-11am.

Full details can be found on the City’s website at www.cgg.wa.gov.au