There are a number of ways the Northern Beaches is becoming more accessible and inclusive than ever. Being inclusive is all about adapting the way that products and services are provided to suit the needs of the whole community.

As part of the Northern Beaches Local Business Awards program run by Precedent Production, Northern Beaches Council has had the honour of sponsoring the Disability Inclusion award over the last three years. One in five Australians has some kind of disability, so making your business accessible and inclusive is good for business and for the community. Other customers that benefit from improved access include older people, families with young children, and local and overseas visitors.

Apply for 2023's Disability Inclusion Award

Entries are now closed. The Disability Inclusion Award Winner and Finalists will be announced at the 2023 Northern Beaches Local Business Awards Gala Presentation Evening at Dee Why RSL on Tuesday 11 July.

Winners - 2022

MTA Travel Natasha Spencer - Winner
For going above and beyond to not only find their customers accessible holidays, but offer home visits and an accessible app alternative to paper-based forms.

Bridge Housing - Highly Commended

Previous recipients

The winner of the 2021 Disability Inclusion Award was Plie Groove 'n' Shuffle.  Highly commended was Evolve Tennis Academy.

The winner of the 2020 Disability Inclusion Award was The Cube Allied Health. The runner up for 2020 was Plus Fitness Brookvale.

The winner of the 2019 Disability Inclusion Award was Cordony Hair, Westfield Warringah Mall. The Runner Up was Plus Fitness Brookvale.