Blind Sports & Recreation Victoria

18/06/2026

Rising Moon Tai Chi School raised an incredible $4,345 for Blind Sports & Recreation Victoria (BSRV), and we couldn’t be more grateful.

A heartfelt thank you to the Rising Moon Tai Chi School in Mornington and its generous community for this truly impactful contribution. Support like this makes a real and lasting difference. As a not-for-profit organisation, BSRV relies on community fundraising to continue delivering programs that improve physical health, emotional wellbeing, and social inclusion for people who are blind or vision impaired. We feel incredibly fortunate to receive such thoughtful and much-needed support.

As part of the World Tai Chi and Qigong Day event on 24 April 2026, more than 80 participants came together in a powerful show of community spirit. One of the most moving moments of the day was the masked Qigong experience, offering participants a brief insight into living without sight. While masks could be removed after a short time, it was a meaningful reminder that this is the daily reality for many in our community.

Adding to the generosity, BSRV staff member Jenny Dodd, who also teaches at Rising Moon Tai Chi School, led a special Crane Qigong class. The session concluded with a beautiful gesture: an origami crane, lovingly handcrafted by members of BSRV’s Origami Group who are blind or vision impaired. The crane symbolised peace, hope, and healing.

Funds raised through the event and GoFundMe campaign will directly support BSRV in continuing to create inclusive sport and recreation opportunities. This generosity helps us reach more people, deliver more programs, and build a more inclusive community for all.

Thank you to everyone involved for your kindness, compassion, and commitment.

[I.D. Three photos of Tai Chi participants performing various movements following the instructor visually or by verbal instruction while wearing eye masks. BSRV President, Rob Fletcher, stands holding a microphone with his Guide Dog Hamish next to him. Two close-up photos of Guide Dogs; one black and one golden Labrador. Folded paper cranes appear on a desk and a group of Tai Chi students each holding a paper crane.]

Rising Moon Tai Chi School

04/06/2026

Get ready to build, create and imagine these school holidays.
Join us for a fun-filled LEGO session designed for young builders aged 5–12. With cosy building spaces, a friendly facilitator, and a seasonal creative challenge, kids can connect, express themselves, and bring their ideas to life in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
Come along and see what amazing creations you can build.

Where: Valley Park Community Centre, 44 Village Crescent, Westmeadows
When: Monday 6 July 2026, 10:30am to 12noon.
Cost: Free

Support: Parents/guardians must attend. Siblings welcome.
Light snacks provided — please bring a water bottle.

Easy access via the 477 bus from Broadmeadows Station - 7 stops towards Moonee Ponds to Dimboola Rd/ Erinbank Crescent and walk 290m.
On-street parking available.

RSVP by Monday 29 June to Michelle Marsiglia.
[email protected]
0490 905 712

Proudly supported by the City of Hume.

[I.D. Two young hands are piecing together some LEGO in the foreground with a big spread of multi-coloured LEGO pieces blurred in the background.]

Hume City Council

25/05/2026

Music Quiz Wednesday is on this Wednesday 27 May, from 1pm to 2pm.
Get ready for another hour of tunes, trivia and good vibes with Alana and the Music Quiz crew. Test your music memory, sing along to the classics, and enjoy plenty of laughs along the way. Everyone’s welcome. Come for the quiz, stay for the community!
Contact: For more information and the Zoom link, please reach out to the BSRV office by email or phone:
[email protected]
03 9822 8876
Or visit our website for further details and other news and events:
https://www.blindsports.org.au/news-articles

[I.D. Photo of Alana sitting and holding her guitar, placed within the centre circle of an LP vinyl record. Text reads ‘It's music to your ears’. Join us online. Free event.]

19/05/2026

What a wonderful time we had on Sunday in the misty wet at Euroa Golf Club with some great new Blind Golf Caddies trained by BSRV at the local club. Thanks to Blind and Low Vision Golf Victoria, Golf Australia Valley Sport Sport4All and Leisure Networks stay tuned for a 'we joined in story' to follow.

Image descriptions: Group photo of blind and vision impaired blind golf players, including James from Blind Golf Victoria, and many enthusiastic, inclusive and welcoming Euroa club members who attended the day alongside BSRV staff Tegan and Rachel. The photo is taken inside the clubroom with people facing the camera in a semi circle. Photo 2 Three women smiling at the camera, one is beside a golf buggy and the other two are inside the buggy. Photo 3 and Photo 4 are showing participants with vision loss lining up to hit the golf ball with the assistance of their volunteer caddy setting up the shot for them, lining up their golf club to be in line with the ball.

12/05/2026

This is a critical time for BSRV and we urgently need your help.
Inclusion keeps our community moving — but right now funding shortfalls threaten vital programs.
Be the reason these life‑changing activities continue.
Because Inclusion Moves Us All. 💛
Thank you Charlie for your invaluable support. https://youtu.be/bZ16vNfeQRY

Help keep us moving. Please donate today.
https://gofund.me/0a0aa297
Thank you.

Charlie Pickering is calling on our community to support Blind Sports and Recreation Victoria at a truly critical time.People who are blind or have low visio...

12/05/2026

We still have places available for you to join us this Sunday at the Come and Try Blind Golf Day in Euroa!
We had a great volunteer blind golf caddy training with Blind and Low Vision Golf Victoria and Euroa Golf Club members and we're keen to welcome you to the event on Sunday. We have a few seats left on the minibus and can support regional participants with travel so please contact me to discuss [email protected]

07/05/2026

Join us for a welcoming and inclusive Low Vision Aqua Fit Program at Leisurelink Geelong. This 20-week pilot program, proudly supported by the City of Greater Geelong, offers a fantastic opportunity to stay active, build confidence, and connect with others in a supportive environment.

An orientation session will be held from 1:15–1:45pm just prior to the first session at 2pm on Wednesday 3rd June. Classes will then run weekly during the school term.
Blind Sports & Recreation Victoria (BSRV) will support the program by providing staff and instructors with training in audio description, vision loss awareness, and inclusive teaching practices tailored to participants with low vision.

Aqua fitness offers many benefits, including:
• Low-impact exercise
• Improved strength and balance
• Increased confidence moving in the water

Places are limited, and registrations are required for each session.
Register via Humanitix: https://events.humanitix.com/lowvisionaqua

For more information, contact Rachel DeSumma by phone or email:
0493 105 800
[email protected]

[I.D. A group of Aqua Fit participants are in a swimming pool with lane markers. Some are swimming, while others stand in the water. Blue and white flotation devices line the edge of the pool. Event details appear as text with the BSRV and Greater Geelong logos.]

Leisurelink City of Greater Geraldton Leisure Networks Swimming Victoria

04/05/2026

Swimming Victoria is running The Abilities program in a 'come and try' squad swimming event for people with disability in Sale at the Aqua Energy Leisure Centre on Saturday 23rd May 1-2pm. The session allows people with a disability to enjoy a relaxed-pool based session, connect with the swim community and learn about pathways in the sport of swimming. The event is FREE to attend. Please note this is not a learnt to swim session it would be suitable for participants in upper learn to swim levels. For more information contact Swimming Victoria [email protected] 03 9230 9400. Poster states: A fun, free and relaxed event connecting people with a disability to the swimming community. All welcome. BYO swimmers, towel, cap, and goggles