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Change in leadership for Vision Australia

After more than a decade of dedicated service to Vision Australia and the wider blind and low vision community, Vision Australia CEO Ron Hooton has announced his decision to step down from the role

This week on Talking Vision: Ron says farewell

Talking Vision is Vision Australia Radio’s flagship program, discussing the latest news and issues from a blindness and low vision perspective. This week on the program we say farewell to Vision Australia CEO, Ron Hooton, who will be moving on from Vision Australia after 11 and a half years as CEO to take a well-earned break after 27 years in a series of executive roles.

Vision Store Townsville is now open

Our newly renovated Vision Store Townsville is now open.

A purple backed smartphone being held in hand

A big purple gamechanger

This new phone features an easy-to-use interface and many key features that are changing the way assistive technology is defined on a mobile device.

Partnering with Telstra to keep you connected on 4G

The time of 3G is ending, and these networks will soon become a part of history. Starting August 31, 2024, all mobile phones in Australia must be compatible with the 4G network.

Changes to e-Scooter Rules in South Australia

Recent changes to scooter regulations in South Australia have sparked significant discussion and concern, particularly among advocacy groups for those who are blind or have low vision.

Free events: Meet the Big Purple Phone

The Big Purple Phone is an easy-to-use Australian smartphone with simple functionality and big buttons designed to make connecting with loved ones easy.

A light at the end of the tunnel for Glory

Glory Smith, who is blind, loved the independence of living at home but when aging presented additional challenges, she decided she needed more help.

2024 Vision Australia Awards

The Vision Australia Awards were handed out for the first time at our 2006 Annual General Meeting. They were created as a means of identifying, celebrating and thanking those generous organisations and individuals who give of their time and resources to support our work.