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City of Wollongong
Resident Visitor Business

The design of your event's marketing material affects its readability and ability to be understood.

Key things to consider when preparing printed information about your event include:

  • Make sure information is provided in plain English.
  • Let people know the event will be accessible. Provide a link to more details about the accessibility features of the event.
  • Use minimum 12-point sans serif type font, such as Arial or Helvetica.
  • Avoid using all capitals (instead use upper and lower case), and do not underline text or use italics.
  • Use the highest contrast between text and background.
  • Use access icons, such as  
  • Make sure text is horizontal and straight, not vertical
  • Use non-reflective matt paper.
  • Provide contact details, including telephone number, email address and website for more information.
  • Invite people with accessibility needs to make contact to discuss their requirements. Here’s an example:

    We are committed to making [event] a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable event for everyone. For more information about accessibility for [event], visit [URL of access page on the events website] or call [phone number].

    For general information about [event] visit, [URL of the event page].