Vision Australia

Vision Australia Vision Australia is a national provider of blindness and low vision services.

We support people who are blind or have low vision of all ages and circumstances to live the life they choose.

It’s time for our final In Conversation reveal as part of the Melbourne Writers Festival! Bob Brown is an environmental ...
23/04/2026

It’s time for our final In Conversation reveal as part of the Melbourne Writers Festival!

Bob Brown is an environmental and social justice campaigner. A founding member of the Wilderness Society, he served in state parliament, was leader of the Australian Greens, and a federal Senator. In his latest book, Defiance, he reflects on the people and places that have shaped him and celebrates the irreplaceable value of nature.

Bob will be In Conversation with Kate Mildenhall. Kate is the best-selling author of four novels, and in 2024 released her first children’s book. For six years Kate co-hosted The First Time podcast in which she interviewed hundreds of writers.

Saturday 9th May, 3.30pm – 4.30pm AEST. To view the livestream of this event online, register at the link below:
https://www.visionaustralia.org/services/staying-connected/events/2026-05-09/melbourne-writers-festival-conversation-bob-brown

23/04/2026

Make your last kms count! There's just ONE WEEK left to smash those goals and support people like Lina 🙌⭐

Lina's parents, Jess and Patrick, take part in 100K Your Way to support families just like theirs. “We feel so grateful and appreciative when we see others support an organisation that has already given so much to us. We want to give back as much as we can,” says Jess 💛

This is your chance to give back, too. Keep clocking those Ks and visit https://bit.ly/3YQ74TT to donate today!

Vision Australia is excited to announce that Mark Grey has been appointed as Vision Australia Board Chair.Mark brings mo...
22/04/2026

Vision Australia is excited to announce that Mark Grey has been appointed as Vision Australia Board Chair.

Mark brings more than 35 years of leadership and governance experience across sectors including marketing, healthcare and disability and social services to the Chair position.

Mark has held senior roles across Australia, Asia, the Middle East and North America including CEO positions at major hospitals and marketing services groups. Mark is currently Chair of General Practice Registrars Australia (GPRA), Chair of St Giles Disability services in Tasmania. He is also a Director of the Public Trustee and a Director of the Australian Society of Ophthalmologists.

Mark has lived experience of vision loss due to a brain tumour which has left him without the left side of his vision and is supported by Hoover, his vision assistance dog.

Mark will assume the position of Chair from Interim Chair Sue Banks, who Vision Australia thanks for her service in the role.

We’re back with another In Conversation reveal from the Melbourne Writers Festival lineup.Bri Lee is the multi-award-wi...
21/04/2026

We’re back with another In Conversation reveal from the Melbourne Writers Festival lineup.

Bri Lee is the multi-award-winning bestselling author of acclaimed non-fiction books Eggshell Skull, Beauty and Who Gets to Be Smart. Bri's bestselling first novel, The Work, was longlisted for the 2025 Indie Award for Debut Fiction. Bri will be discussing Seed, her novel about ‘new beginnings at the end of the world’.

Bri will be In Conversation with the inimitable Jacinta Parsons. Jacinta is a broadcaster, radio maker, writer and public speaker. She has been hosting live events for over 15 years, including The Friday R***e on ABC Melbourne.

Friday 8th May, 7pm – 8pm AEST. To view the livestream of this event online, register at the link below:
https://www.visionaustralia.org/services/staying-connected/events/2026-05-08/melbourne-writers-festival-conversation-bri-lee-person

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We’re thrilled to be partnering with the Melbourne Writers Festival once again, this year hosting three incredible autho...
19/04/2026

We’re thrilled to be partnering with the Melbourne Writers Festival once again, this year hosting three incredible authors in conversation at Vision Australia Library!

Join us over the next few days as we reveal these authors and how you can get tickets to watch these events from the comfort of our own home!

Anita Heiss is an internationally published author of over twenty books across genres. She is one of Australia’s most prolific authors, her notable works include the best-selling novel Tiddas, award winning Barbed Wire and Cherry Blossoms and Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray. Anita will discuss her latest novel The Paradise Pact.

Anita will be In Conversation with Hana Assafiri, author of Moroccan Soup Bar; Recipes of a Spoken Menu, and a Little Bit of Spice, and Hana: The audacity to be free. Hana is a social activist, feminist, and owner of the Moroccan Soup Bar.

Wednesday 6th May, 7pm – 8pm AEST. To view the livestream of this event online, register at the link below:
https://www.visionaustralia.org/services/staying-connected/events/2026-05-06/melbourne-writers-festival-conversation-anita-heiss

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19/04/2026

If you are in Albury-Wodonga, come and join us for a special event!

You are invited to our Albury Product Expo - featuring the Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses, to be held in Albury, NSW on May 7, 2026. We invite you and anyone who might benefit to join the Vision Store team for another engaging Expo. This is a great opportunity to learn first hand about these AI smart glasses that are empowering individuals.

Spots are limited, so follow the link below to register! We can't wait to see you there!

https://www.visionaustralia.org/vision-store-product-expo-albury

18/04/2026

💛 Thank you for making twice the difference 💛

We are blown away by the incredible support from our community! A huge thank you to the team at Specsavers Australia for helping us double the impact of our community. We couldn't do it without you 💚

Every donation helps make a life changing impact for Australians of all ages who are blind or have low vision, empowering them to live active and independent lives.

To keep the momentum going, visit https://bit.ly/4bXLp3C to donate today ✨


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Today’s the day to see your impact soar!For today only, Specsavers Australia will generously match every donation, dolla...
15/04/2026

Today’s the day to see your impact soar!

For today only, Specsavers Australia will generously match every donation, dollar for dollar, up to $20,000.* That means your $10 becomes $20 ✨🙌

Plus, receive a donation today, and you and your donor will go in the draw to WIN two complete pairs of glasses from Specsavers. ⭐**

Share the news with your friends, family and co-workers so they can double their impact and be in the draw to win. Visit https://bit.ly/3Z5wlcU to donate today 💚


*Up to $20,000. T&C’s **T&C's apply

Double your impact thanks to the generous team at Specsavers Australia 💚This Thursday, April 16, Specsavers will be DOUB...
13/04/2026

Double your impact thanks to the generous team at Specsavers Australia 💚

This Thursday, April 16, Specsavers will be DOUBLING every donation made to 100K Your Way, making twice the difference!*

PLUS, when you receive a donation this Thursday, you and your donor enter the draw to win two complete pairs of glasses from Specsavers. That’s two personalised pairs of glasses or sunglasses for you, and two for your supporting donor!⭐**

📅 Set your reminders and head to the link in our bio to find out more!


*Up to $20,000. T&C’s **T&C's apply

07/04/2026

Move today and pave the way 🏃‍♀️🏊🏻‍♀️

By moving 100km this month, you're helping to support kids just like 11-year-old Alfie. Diagnosed with Nystagmus as an infant, Alfie experiences involuntary rapid eye movement and flickering that affects his vision.

Every dollar raised for 100K Your Way ensures that Australians just like Alfie can receive immediate support, helping them to lead active, independent lives 💛

To show your support, head to https://bit.ly/4r73yAv to make a donation today!

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