Total Mobility is a nationwide scheme that provides a transport subsidy to help people with disabilities stay connected within their community.
If you have a disability that prevents you from using public transport, you could be eligible for a 50% subsidy (up to a maximum of $30) on eligible door-to-door transport to help you get around Whangārei.
The scheme uses an electronic swipe card system.
If you:
- have a lasting impairment (six months or more); and
- live in the Whangārei district;
you may be eligible for Total Mobility assistance.
To confirm your eligibility, you will need to contact one of the Total Mobility agencies listed below and undergo an assessment to ensure you meet the national eligibility requirements. There may be a charge for this.
Getting a Total Mobility card
You need a current Total Mobility card to qualify for the 50% subsidy. Once the agency has completed your assessment, the agency will pass on your details to Northland Regional Council, so a Total Mobility card can be produced for you. There is no charge for the card.
Who do I contact for an assessment?
| Agent | Contact numbers | Contact person |
|---|---|---|
| Age Concern - Whangārei 16 Manse Street Regent Whangārei 0112 |
Phone: 438 8043 Email: [email protected] |
Betty Smith |
|
Blind Foundation Kensington Whangārei 0140 |
Phone: 437 1194 Email: [email protected] |
Kylie Mitchel |
| CCS Disability Action Northland 291 Kamo Road Whau Valley Whangārei 0112 |
Phone: 437 1899 Fax: 437 0209 Email: [email protected] |
Michelle Devine |
| Cairnfield House PO Box 1478 Whangārei 0140 |
Phone: 437 0186 Fax: 437 2894 Email: [email protected] |
Saffron Offen |
| Community Mental Health Services C/O Norton House PO Box 742 Whangārei 0140 |
Phone: 430 4101 Fax: 430 4105 Email: [email protected] |
Maria Keefe |
| The Epilepsy Association of New Zealand (Northland Branch) PO Box 712 Whangārei 0140 |
Phone: 438 5498 Email: [email protected] |
Sam Morgan |
| Idea Services 151 Bank Street Whangārei 0112 |
Phone: 470 2000 Email: [email protected] |
Maria Ducrot |
| Lester Heights Hospital 93 Fourth Avenue Whangārei |
Phone: 438 3909 Fax: 438 3953 Email: [email protected] |
Carly Mangulabnan |
| NorthAble Matapuna Hauora 40 John Street Whangārei |
Phone: 430 0988 Mobile: 021 373 133 Email: [email protected] |
Des Cawood |
Total Mobility user guide
Read more about Total Mobility in the user guide below.
Download the Total Mobility User Guide (PDF, 923KB)
Total Mobility around New Zealand
Visit the NZTA website to find a user's guide to the Total Mobility scheme in the different regions around New Zealand.
Transport Operators
Four Transport Operators provide the Total Mobility service in Whangārei and can be contacted on the following numbers:
A1 Cabs Whangārei
Phone: 09 438 3377
Driving Miss Daisy
Phone: 09 430 8091 | Website: drivingmissdaisy.co.nz
Kiwi Cabs
Phone: 09 438 4444
Freedom Drivers Whangārei
Phone: 09 430 0139 | Mobile: 021 0226 1564 | Email: [email protected]
Access Whangārei Map
The Tiaho Trust have made available a guide designed to help you find your way around the city, listing mobility parking spaces, accessible amenities including toilets, accommodation, conference, retail and dining options in Whangārei.
Find the Access Whangārei Map on the Tiaho Trust's website at: www.tiaho.org.nz
More information on Total Mobility
For more information on Total Mobility please contact:
Total Mobility Co–ordinator
Email: [email protected]
Direct line: 09 470 1112