Deafblind Victoria

27/08/2026

Last Thursday the 20th of August DBV in our ongoing partnership with Able Australia to run our Recreation Program, head to PARC Frankston Pool and Gym for a day of relaxation and fun.
Gina has shared her experince of her time there:
I’m here at Frankston Pool is that right? For the first time being here. It seems very nice and it is quite big. There are a lot of things you can do here, first I went to the swimming pool and I did 10 laps with a person pulling a pool noodle as I kicked along. Then I walked over and saw Michael Doherty and we had a chat then went over to the paddling pool, with knee deep water. The water was warm and we found out that there is some a slide and play equipment that sprays water out which was not on. It seems like a lovely place. Next I headed to the spa, which was a good spa with strong jets that massaged my back which was very good. We also walked around, saw that there is some waterslides and a water park where water sprays all around the jets were nice a strong, a good massage and some water play which caught me by surprise, that was fun and good,I enjoyed that. then last we went to the, oh hang on did I get the order of what I did right? Anyway, I went to the sauna which was lovely and warm, soothing and relaxing, so camlming and soothing. I really relaxed… once that was done, I finished up it was time to go, almost 1:00 and I got changed, ate some lunch which I brought with me. I now feel warm, maybe a little bit hot which is nice.
Thanks Gina.
More Photos to come soon

21/08/2026

Hello everyone I hope you are all well. I am Kathy Wise here at DBV DEafblind Victoria. I would like to make a special announcement for next Wednesday the 26th of August. We will have a Technology Expo on the 4th floor at Ross House, come along and have a look at the modern technology to help Deafblind peiople to stay connected and accessing technology. . .perfect!

Thanks Kathy!

Next week's tech expo is at Ross House on the 26th of August from 11-2. we hope to see you there

19/08/2026

During Deafblind Awareness Week DBV had an art exhibition and sale, we at DBV want to take the time to thank all of you who donated and bought items from our recent art exhibition in June. We really appreciate you and thank you so much.

Jael in Auslan and English:We at DBV want to take the time to tha...

12/08/2026

Bunnings Sausage Sizzle

On Saturday the 1st of August DBV members, staff and friends went down to Chadstone Bunnings for a sausage sizzle to raise funds and promote Deafblind Awareness.
About 20 Deafblind people came along to help or to just hang out; in addition to that friends, staff and family came along also to support. It was truly fabulous to be in the community and for the mainstream community to see that Deafblind people can do so many things. The team that worked at the event really clicked and worked together seamlessly to make the day a great success. We all really loved how Deafblind people, friends and family just hung about and had a great time.

05/08/2026

An update from one of our members in Dimboola, Victoria.

Paul here from Deafblind Victoria. Standing down at the Dimboola Weir out in sunny rural Victoria. I just wanted to remind you all that we have a lot coming up in the next couple of months, especially around White Cane Month which is October. So please stay tuned to all our social media channels and our website and stay up to date, and don’t forget to like and subscribe, thanks very much. Hooroo.

31/07/2026

Reminder for tomorrow if you are free:
DBV is excited to announce our very first Bunnings sausage sizzle!
Come along, enjoy a sausage, and say hello. Bring your family, friends, and even your pets. Everyone is welcome!
Date: Saturday 1 August
Time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Bunnings Chadstone, 675–685 Warrigal Road, Chadstone
Money raised will go towards DBV’s regional support and outreach.
Can’t make it on the day? You can still support DBV by making a donation using the QR code on the flyer.

29/07/2026

https://youtu.be/kxY4QXO_IMY?si=sqkSG5LeEBw_EYj8

Rodney shares August’s events in Auslan:

Hello, hello. My name is Rodney Basket, and I work at DBV. Wanted to let you know the upcoming events in August. We've got a lot happening, a lot of activities, and we're really excited. Please remember that if you can't find a commguide to support you, contact us. We might be able to provide a volunteer to support. Please contact us before the event.

Saturday 1 August: Sausage sizzle day. We're raising funds to support deafblind people living in country Victoria,
Where Chadstone Bunnings on Warrigal Road, Chadstone.
Time 8am to 4pm.

Wednesday 12 August: Craft group at Ross House, level three in the Jenny Florence room. Daryl Harrison will be doing a clay workshop. We're looking forward to seeing him again. He’s travel a long way to support us.

Thursday 20 August: Rec program at Frankston PARC (Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Center) on Cranburn Road, 10:30am - 2pm. Please RSVP to Beck Swanson at Able Australia. $9 concession price for entry.

Wednesday 26 August: DBV Cafe, Technology Expo.
11:30 - 3pm, level four Ross House. We will learn more about the new technology with Michelle and other businesses that are involved.

Friday 28 August: Walking group at Albert Park Lake.
Meeting 10:30 at Flinders Street Station, or 11am at Albert Park Lake. Finishing around 2pm or 2:30. So we'll have time to chat and catch up. We look forward to seeing you there.

Rodney shares August’s events in Auslan:Hello, hello. My name is ...

24/07/2026

Rodney shares August’s events in Auslan:

Hello, hello. My name is Rodney Basket, and I work at DBV. Wanted to let you know the upcoming events in August. We've got a lot happening, a lot of activities, and we're really excited. Please remember that if you can't find a commguide to support you, contact us. We might be able to provide a volunteer to support. Please contact us before the event.

Saturday 1 August: Sausage sizzle day. We're raising funds to support deafblind people living in country Victoria,
Where Chadstone Bunnings on Warrigal Road, Chadstone.
Time 8am to 4pm.

Wednesday 12 August: Craft group at Ross House, level three in the Jenny Florence room. Daryl Harrison will be doing a clay workshop. We're looking forward to seeing him again. He’s travel a long way to support us.

Thursday 20 August: Rec program at Frankston PARC (Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Center) on Cranburn Road, 10:30am - 2pm. Please RSVP to Beck Swanson at Able Australia. $9 concession price for entry.

Wednesday 26 August: DBV Cafe, Technology Expo.
11:30 - 3pm, level four Ross House. We will learn more about the new technology with Michelle and other businesses that are involved.

Friday 28 August: Walking group at Albert Park Lake.
Meeting 10:30 at Flinders Street Station, or 11am at Albert Park Lake. Finishing around 2pm or 2:30. So we'll have time to chat and catch up. We look forward to seeing you there.

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24/07/2026

Next Monday 27 July at 2 pm, there will be an Australian Emergency alert Test.

Your phone and smart watch will vibrate and make a sound for 10 seconds and then a Text message will pop up.

You do not need to do anything. The Government are doing an AusAlert test. This is Just a test.

Kathy Wise Gives this announcement in Auslan: Next Monday 27 July...

21/07/2026

sharing from our Friends over at Deafblind Australia for you interest

A woman is sitting and signing to the camera.She is wearing glasse...