Ms Alannah Murray:

It would be beneficial to look at other systems. I have been really fortunate in my film career to have travelled the world. I have been to Berlin, the United Kingdom and many other countries. In the United Kingdom all buses have ramps which are lowered with the push of a button by the driver. In Berlin it is the same. All taxis in London are also accessible. The provision of automatic ramps could save so much time, hardship and embarrassment. At a basic level, it is horrific to be dependent on others to get from A to B. I acquired my disability. I started life as a happy, active child. As my condition worsened, I realised the playing field was uneven. My parents had to learn the hard way what I would be faced with in life. I have fought so many battles, but the battle with the transport system is the one that has worn me down the most.