Comments on: walkingisoverrated.com on CloseUp tonight!

By: KeaPundit

KeaPundit — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 08:00:04 +0000

Hi, You're lucky to get on their good side. A TVNZ reporter accused me (falsely) of Plagiarism. Seeings as I am a writer, even being accused of Plagiarism is a HUGE deal. He did have to apologise to me (I complained to the Broadcasting Standards Authority, but the more I think of it, the more I feel he got off too lightly. BTW, goto my blog at http://jwatson.kol.co.nz

By: An update on the Starbucks saga

An update on the Starbucks saga — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 23:36:39 +0000

[...] may remember, if you saw the CloseUp piece on this site, that Starbucks were going to get in touch with me regarding the accessibility of their stores. [...]

By: Grey

Grey — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 10:55:16 +0000

Hi Red, good job on tv.What I hate is cars on footpaths.Keep up the good work,you will have a lot behind you.

By: Dianne

Dianne — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 10:11:49 +0000

Hi Red, I remember you from Starjam. Great website and great interview last night. Have you been involved with the Barrier Free Auditors at all? As you demonstrated, doors are a real pain! I had a friend with the use of only her left arm. How are you supposed to open a door AND propel your wheelchair at the same time?!

By: Rachel

Rachel — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 09:44:26 +0000

Hey Red – Awesome stuff and just a note for Chris the architect guy. From my perspective (CP Powerchair user) Sliding doors are ABSOLUTELY easier!

I also think that in order to sell this accessibility stuff to clients its great to focus on how the inclusive designs actually make it better for EVERYBODY – not just disabled people. However I know this is easier said then done!

Of course we could always go for increasing the minimum standards……

By: Red

Red — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 20:39:18 +0000

Thanks all for the encouragement! However I can't cover the whole country by myself (but gosh, I wish I could!) so please consider writing, or encouraging someone you know to write, a review of practically anything, as long as it has some "accessible" component!

Check out the Contact page, send me something, and I'll publish it on the front page!

Thanks again guys

By: Miss Anna N

Miss Anna N — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 19:59:34 +0000

Very awesome and inspiring! Wicked advocacy for all with mobility difficulties.

You're going to go along way with this Red!

By: Mait

Mait — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 19:56:45 +0000

Good stuff, as a para who is out and about heaps your site has the potential to become a must see before visiting unfamiliar territory. Hope I can help add to the knowledge base.

By: anna_banana

anna_banana — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 19:48:24 +0000

Just wanted to say you did a brilliant job on close up. My family and I were watching the show and we realised we recognised your face. After discussing it we figured out we saw you at Sarah's 21st birthday in march. I am her cousin, so it was really cool to see someone she knew on tv. Once again you did a great job and I think many people will be very thank ful for your bravery.

Keep up the good work!

By: Chris

Chris — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 19:47:27 +0000

As an Architectural Designer I work with the requirements of the act most days. Often faced with owners who don't want to spend the money, or are very parsimonious in what they do provide, so long as it complies: just!!!

Query: When it comes to disabled ablution facilities is a Sliding Door easier to operate than a hinged door?