Vision Australia

16/01/2026

The importance of braille in the modern landscape cannot be understated. But did you know that it can be used not only for the written word, but for music notation as well? Learn more at the link below:

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01-04/louis-braille-music-200/106176564

[ID: A person reads a page of braille.

In the 1820s, Louis Braille devised a raised-dot system of letters, numbers and musical notation. 200 years later, it’s still opening the music world for blind musicians.

12/01/2026

Vision Store Perth is moving!

Vision Store Perth will be moving from our current West Leederville location to co-locate within the SensesWA facility at Level 4, 20 Parkland Road, Osborne Park.

We hope the new Vision Store will be open in late February or early March 2026 and we will be vacating the West Leederville site at the close of business on 16 January, 2026.

Learn more: https://www.visionaustralia.org/community/news/2025-12-16/vision-store-perth-moving

[ID: Our current Leederville location]

09/01/2026

For Sean, the Vision Australia woodworking program was more than a place to explore his passion, it was a place where he could turn his raw passion into purpose and be seen not for his disability but for his skill, creativity, and drive..

Read Sean's story at the link below:

https://www.visionaustralia.org/community/news/2025-07-16/crafting-confidence?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=2026-va-client-services-social-bio

[ID: A Vision Australia team member provides advice to a woodwork program participant.]

07/01/2026

"I get to be in a beautiful and unique position of working closely with families, becoming a support person and helping people grow their confidence. Not a lot of jobs offer this, and for that I am really grateful."
 
Kaylie, one of our incredible occupational therapists, breaks down what her role entails on a typical day (if there is such a thing in this profession), and why she loves coming in to work everyday.

https://www.visionaustralia.org/community/news/2025-06-04/creativity-problem-solving-and-fun-every-day-meet-kaylie?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=2026-va-client-services-social-bio

[ID: Kaylie sat on a couch, smiling, in front of her is one of the Vision Australia Library Feelix kits, a bear, and an information brochure.]

06/01/2026

To Rachael, music is more than just sound. It's art, emotion, expression and a shared experience that should be accessible to everyone.

Read her thoughts on the current state of music concert accessibility at the link below:

https://www.visionaustralia.org/community/news/2025-11-24/rachaels-vision-accessible-music-events?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=2026-va-event-accessible-concerts



[ID: Rachael Leahcar]

04/01/2026

We hope that everyone has had a relaxing Christmas break. We’re thrilled to share that Vision Australia, the Vision Australia Store, and Vision Australia Seeing Eye Dogs are back and running at normal capacity!

Whether your seeking new services, the latest in assistive technology, or perhaps wanting to delve into the world of Seeing Eye Dogs, we have you covered!

Learn more about our services:
https://www.visionaustralia.org/
Learn more about assistive technology and all kinds of amazing products:
https://shop.visionaustralia.org/
Learn more about Seeing Eye Dogs:
https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

[ID: Vision Australia logo]

03/01/2026

Today, January 4, is World Braille Day.
As the world shifts to be more digitally-focused with each passing day, you may think that braille is being left behind.

We don’t.

Watch on to find out why braille is as important as ever to millions of people around the world

01/01/2026

“As reading was one of my favourite past times, I was devastated when I could longer read the written word, but being able to access all the audio books has really helped me to survive some very challenging times”.

At the Vision Australia Library, you can access thousands of titles across a wide number of formats including audiobooks, braille and large print. 

The Vision Australia Library exists for anyone who needs it, older Australians, young children, new parents, and everyone in between.

Learn more about what the Vision Australia Library can offer you at the link below:
https://www.visionaustralia.org/community/news/2025-06-11/vision-australia-library-where-stories-come-back-life?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=2025-vl-client-services-social-bio

[ID: A man sitting on a couch looking at his phone and smiling while wearing headphones.]

31/12/2025

Over the last few weeks we've looked at music concert accessibility from the concert goer's perspective. In this article, you'll hear from Connor Wink, a singer-songwriter who has been legally blind since he was five months old.

https://www.visionaustralia.org/community/news/2025-11-24/connors-finding-his-voice-and-community-through-music?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=2026-va-event-accessible-concerts

[ID: Connor performing with his guitar on a sunny day.]

29/12/2025

Have you always wanted to write your memoirs but weren't sure where to begin?

Vision Australia Library is proud to assist our members in their memoir writing endeavours. We are hosting an introductory program, where you can take the first steps towards immortalising moments from your life story.
 
Our memoir writing course is facilitated by Sian Prior, a talented and experienced author and writing coach. Over five weekly sessions, Sian will guide and support you, taking you on the first steps towards bringing your memories to life on paper.

Learn more about this course and sign up today at the link below:
https://www.visionaustralia.org/community/news/2025-11-24/memoir-writing-capture-your-life-stories?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=2025-vl-event-memoir-writing

[ID: A woman writes into a notebook.]

27/12/2025

"Staff can be quite unhelpful or untrained in assisting people with low vision or blindness. I've even had security doubt my disability before, which makes going to concerts quite uncomfortable"- Sangjaya.

As a huge fan of hip hop, whether it be a huge act like Kendrick Lamar or someone from the underground scene, accessibility is crucial to ensuring that everyone has a good time.

Unfortunately, not all concerts are built equal.

In this article, Sangjaya goes through some simple adjustments all venues could make to make sure everyone has a great time!

https://www.visionaustralia.org/community/news/2025-11-24/seeing-music-differently-sangjayas-hope-accessible-hip-hop?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=2025-va-event-accessible-concerts

[ID: An old-school boom box sits on concrete in front of a grafitti'd wall.]

23/12/2025

This year, with a few exceptions, Vision Australia offices will be closed from 2pm Tuesday December 23, 2025 and will reopen on Monday January 5, 2026. For more information, please visit the link below.

https://www.visionaustralia.org/community/news/2025-12-12/vision-australia-2025-26-holiday-shutdown?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=2025-va-event-shutdown-2025

We wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, and we look forward to an eventful 2026.

[ID: This year, with a few exceptions, Vision Australia offices will be closed from 5pm Tuesday December 23, 2025 and will reopen on Monday January 5, 2026. For more information, please visit the link below.