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Our Mission

Celebrating diversity and inclusion through music.

Each year we showcase talented artists and promote disability inclusion in the arts.
Experience the power of music at our live music event dedicated to celebrating diversity and fostering inclusion in action. 
Together, we can create an accessible event that embraces everyone, promotes empowerment through music, and builds an inclusive culture in the performing arts scene.

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About The Venue

The International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC)
We value your unique experiences and are committed to making everyone feel welcome and comfortable.

Our accessible venue and inclusion spaces ensure a positive and equitable event experience.

Explore our guide for more details.

Address

ICC Sydney - Grand Ballroom

14 Darling Drive, Sydney NSW 2000

Parking

Car Park 1 (P1) is located on the ground floor of Exhibition Centre and provides easy access to the Convention Centre.​

Car Park 2 (P2) is located at the rear of Aware Super Theatre and provides easy access to Convention Centre.

Transport

ICC Sydney is located on the L1 Dulwich Hill light rail line.​

The L1 Dulwich Hill light rail line departs regularly from Central. Alight at Convention for access to Convention Centre and the Grand Ballroom.

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The distance from the station exit to the venue entrance is about 65 metres.

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The station provides at-grade and stair-free access to the venue entrances, with a signalised pedestrian crossings available to safely cross Darling Drive.

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See Getting to ICC Sydney for further transport options.

Accessibility

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Tactile Flooring

Tactile flooring is provided at egress points including at main entryways, staircases, and escalators. Entrances to the grand ballroom and nearby elevators directly servicing the grand ballroom are not marked with tactile tiles. The Grand Ballroom doors feature an automatic push button to exit, to enter, guests may pull the door to trigger the assisted opening.​​​

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Audio Description

Audio description professionals will work closely with the Elevate the Stage organisers and performers to ensure that their descriptions are accurate and informative.

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Auslan Interpretation

Auslan interpretation will be provided on the big screen during the concert.

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Wheelchair Access

The venue can be accessed stair-free from ICC Sydney’s formal taxi and car drop off points, both carparks (P1 and P2), as well as from the Convention and Exhibition light rail stops. All permanent ramps throughout the venue interior are gradient compliant for people who use mobility aids or prams.

ICC Convention Centre & Grand Ballroom is accessible by multiple elevator and lift locations.

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Open Captioning

Open captioning will be displayed on the large screen in the Grand Ballroom during the concert.

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Braille

In around the vicinity of the Grand Ballroom, braille signage is provided in the following locations:

• Elevator buttons

• Emergency exit

• Hearing loop information at entry points to the Grand Ballroom

• All toilet entrances

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Lift Access

ICC Convention Centre & Grand Ballroom is accessible by multiple elevator and lift locations.

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Hearing Loop

Induction loop hearing augmentation systems are provided in the Grand Ballroom and Grand Ballroom Foyer. Complimentary hearing loops are available and can be provided to guests free of charge with a form of photo identification. The hired device must remain on ICC Sydney premises and be returned at the conclusion of the day.

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Service Animals

Accredited service animals are welcome inside the venue. To assist the ICC team, please display their identification badge or medallion. If your service animal needs to relieve itself, please notify one of the customer service team members who will direct you to the nearest grassy outdoor area.

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If required, a bowl of water can be provided for your service animal upon request – please enquire at the customer service desks.

Our Sponsors

Gold Sponsors
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Aequitas Logo
Bronze Sponsors
Carers NSW Australia Logo
Bennelong Australian Equity Partners Logo
In-Kind Support
Verve Logo
Adpost Group Logo
Valued Partners

ICC Sydney, Hyatt Regency Sydney, Al Media, Auslan Stage Left, lan Barnes Photography, Fran Mathey Description Services, Physical Disability Council of NSW and Network Limousines & Elite Transfers.

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