Vision Australia

12/10/2026

For many people who are blind or have low vision, smart glasses have proved to be a life changing technology. Across Australia, people from our community are harnessing this technology to help strengthen their ability to be independent, confident, and connected members of the community.

Politicians and other decision makers need to understand that restricting access to these devices has significant real-life consequences for people who or blind or have low vision or live with other disabilities.

Vision Australia will continue to advocate across all levels of government to ensure that people who are blind or have low vision are not restricted from accessing technology that can greatly improve quality of life.

The tenor of the public debate around smart glasses has concerned members of the disability community, who say the devices give them more independence.

10/10/2026

Vision Australia will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 10.00am (AEDT) on Tuesday 27 October 2026.

Information about the running of the AGM and how to attend either in-person, online, or by proxy, can be found at the following link:
https://www.visionaustralia.org/community/news/2026-10-06/about-2026-annual-general-meeting

[ID: Vision Australia logo]

08/10/2026

Have you grabbed your 2027 Vision Australia calendar yet?

Our 2027 Vision Australia calendars and diaries are moving fast! Every purchase helps support our work with the blind and low vision community, making these popular items both a practical gift and a meaningful choice for the coming year ahead.

Avoid missing out on your favourite design - pick yours up today!

Shop the full 2027 range now: https://shop.visionaustralia.org/reading-writing-and-stationery/calendars-and-diaries.html

[ID: A yellow Seeing Eye Dogs puppy sitting next to the four variants of the calendar and diaries.]

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08/10/2026

Learn the indicators that could help you spot scams and frauds.

Join us on Tuesday, October 13 for our cyber security webinar where you'll hear from cyber intelligence expert Rebecca Caldwell, and fraud and scams expert Shannon Brown, as they share how to protect yourself online.

Ask our cybersecurity experts your questions at our live webinar for people who are blind or have low vision.

Register at https://www.visionaustralia.org/services/helpful-resources/individuals/resources-to-help-you-protect-yourself-online/cyber-security-webinar

08/10/2026

“Losing my sight has changed my life, but it hasn't stopped me doing the things I love."- Keith

When Keith was diagnosed with glaucoma, he found that playing golf, formerly one of his passions in life, became a little too challenging, so he started to pursue another sport, lawn bowls.

A few years later and Keith has won several gold medals in the sport.

Read Keith's incredible story here:
https://www.visionaustralia.org/community/news/2026-10-07/keiths-vision-loss-lead-him-new-hobbies-and-some-gold-medals-too

[ID1: Keith smiling and wearing one of his gold medals.]
[ID2: Keith preparing to roll a lawn bowl.]

07/10/2026

Today is World Sight Day!

Observed annually on the second Thursday of October, exists to raise awareness about the importance of eye health.

We recently sat down with Stephen Minett, one of our Senior Orthoptists to get the facts about eye health including how often to get your eyes checked, early warning signs to look out for, and the common misconceptions he comes across everyday about blindness and low vision.

You can read what he had to say at the following link https://www.visionaustralia.org/community/news/2026-10-02/celebrating-world-sight-day-maintaining-your-eye-health

[ID: A woman having an eye exam wearing a pair of trial frame glasses.]

07/10/2026

How often do you get to dress like Santa *and* collect silverware while you’re at it?! 🎅 🏅

This year, every Santa Fun Run participant will receive a 2026 Santa Fun Run medal. And if you choose the timed race option, you’ll have the chance to take home a 1st, 2nd or 3rd place medal!

So, who will be the fastest Santa this year? Join us on Saturday 28 November at The Tan and race your way to the podium 🏃‍♀️ 🔔

Sign up at https://bit.ly/4wNyV5s and start training for your shot at the silverware.

06/10/2026

International White Cane Day is one of the biggest days on our community calendar. We're marking it with a return of our group walk from Southern Cross Station to Southbank. This will be followed by a BBQ and celebration at Vision Australia Kooyong.

As a reminder, everyone who registers for this event goes into the draw to win one of two pairs of Ray-Ban Meta Glasses or a Sensaball cane tip.

Register here: https://www.visionaustralia.org/services/staying-connected/events/2026-10-15/white-cane-day-walk-2026

[ID: Two people walking along a footpath with their white canes in front of them.]

03/10/2026

Suit up, Santas!

Gather your family and friends... we're painting The Tan red for Vision Australia’s Santa Fun Run 🎅🏃

Register now and get festive in your free* Santa t-shirt. Plus, enjoy 15% off thanks to our limited release early bird tickets, available until Oct 31 or when sold out.

Get your tickets at https://bit.ly/4xfpNHR 🎟️✨

*Receive 1x free Vision Australia Santa Fun Run t-shirt per paid ticketholder, available while stocks last.

02/10/2026

In 2026, The Black & White Committee celebrates its 90th anniversary. Over the last 90 years the Committee has raised vital funds that support the work Vision Australia does for children and young people who are blind or have low vision across Australia.

The dedication and commitment of past and present Black & White Committee members has played a key role in our ability to help children and young people on their path to become independent, confident and connected as they live, learn and play alongside their peers.

Vision Australia representatives, including Chair Mark Grey, Dr. Natalie Kaine, Rolf Geerlings and CEO David WIlliamson were excited to join the Committee recently for their night of nights, the 2026 Black & White Ball, in Sydney.

[ID: David Williamson, client Haya and her mother, Black & White Committee President Susan Diver OAM, Dr. Natalie Kaine and Rolf Geerlings pose for a photo.

ID2: Mark Grey and his assistance dog Hoover standing at a lecturn addressing the room

ID3: A logo for the event that reads 'Black & White Ball, 18 September 2026, Art Gallery of NSW' above a large number 90 comprised of diamonds.]