On FOCAL POINT:
Libby Henderson is the Co-Founder and Commercial Director for Big Purple Phone. Big Purple Phone is an accessible, user friendly, mobile phone. Learn more here: https://bigpurplephone.com.au/   Libby will be at Tech Fest 6th November 43 Franklin Street Adelaide.  You can book by calling 1300 944 306 or go to: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/techfest-see-differently-with-the-royal-society-for-the-blind-2024-tickets-1026616837597
Rebecca Young, CEO for Access 2 Arts, breaking the news that Vision Australia Radio will be audio describing this year's Christmas Pageant. Plus Rebeccas has more news on audio described shows. You can attend the pageant, to reserve your place call 8463 1689 or find out more here: http://www.access2arts.org.au
Meredith Prain, from Able Australia, is just back from Spain. Meridith reports on  the first Core-Set for Deafblindness.  Find out more here: https://osf.io/a942k/
or to find out more here about ICF Core-Sets: https://www.icf-research-branch.org/icf-core-sets
Maureen O'Reilley, from the Vision Australia Library, invited all to attend an online and also in-person event 6th November: a chance for you to discover the latest reading tools and technology.  To find out more call 1300 654 656
 or go to: http://www.visionaustralia.org/library

On FOCAL POINT:
<ul>
<li>Libby Henderson is the Co-Founder and Commercial Director for Big Purple Phone. Big Purple Phone is an accessible, user friendly, mobile phone. Learn more here: <a href="https://bigpurplephone.com.au/">https://bigpurplephone.com.au/</a>   Libby will be at Tech Fest 6th November 43 Franklin Street Adelaide.  You can book by calling 1300 944 306 or go to: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/techfest-see-differently-with-the-royal-society-for-the-blind-2024-tickets-1026616837597">https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/techfest-see-differently-with-the-royal-society-for-the-blind-2024-tickets-1026616837597</a>  </li>
<li>Rebecca Young, CEO for Access 2 Arts, breaking the news that Vision Australia Radio will be audio describing this year's Christmas Pageant. Plus Rebeccas has more news on audio described shows. You can attend the pageant, to reserve your place call 8463 1689 or find out more here: <a href="http://www.access2arts.org.au">http://www.access2arts.org.au</a></li>
<li>Meredith Prain, from Able Australia, is just back from Spain. Meridith reports on  the first Core-Set for Deafblindness.  Find out more here: <a href="https://osf.io/a942k/">https://osf.io/a942k/</a>  or to find out more here about ICF Core-Sets: <a href="https://www.icf-research-branch.org/icf-core-sets">https://www.icf-research-branch.org/icf-core-sets</a> </li>
<li>Maureen O'Reilley, from the Vision Australia Library, invited all to attend an online and also in-person event 6th November: a chance for you to discover the latest reading tools and technology.  To find out more call 1300 654 656  or go to: <a href="http://www.visionaustralia.org/library" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="5">http://www.visionaustralia.org/library</a></li>
</ul>

A weekly program presented by Peter Greco, Focal Point covers services from blindness organisations and other providers, technology, current affairs, breakthroughs in advocacy campaigns about all manner of challenges and promoting activities and events for people who are blind or vision impaired.

A weekly program presented by Peter Greco,&nbsp;Focal Point&nbsp;covers services from blindness organisations and other providers, technology, current affairs, breakthroughs in advocacy campaigns about all manner of challenges and promoting activities and events for people who are blind or vision impaired.

Focal Point on Vison Australia Radio

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Focal Point on Vision Australia Radio

23 Oct 2024

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/ee5e4ab4-48ac-4c66-a8bc-b21200406938/transcript

On FOCAL POINT:
Gabrielle Skrekovski is the newest Quality Living Graduate at Vision Australia,. Gabrielle spoke about her career so far and the role of Quality Living Facilitator. 
Rossie Offord, Head of Planning for Melbourne Airport, shared news about the new Pick Up and Drop Off zone - commencing in October - and Melbourne Airport's Master Plan 2027.  The plan is available for public viewing and comment and feedback from 10th August view it at
Anushka Singh, Coordinator VA Radio Speak My Language Project,
was  looking for participants from culturally and linguistically diverse groups for an upcoming podcast series "See Hear Me"
Phil Vandepeer, co-founder and co-presenter for Focal Point, chatted about AusAlert; the census coming up; and the volatility in Australian political leadership roles. 

Resources: 

Melbourne Airport Major Projects: https://www.melbourneairportprojectshub.com.au/ You can make a submission via the website or email Masterplan2027@melair.com.au 

"See Hear Me": radio@visionaustralia.org 

 

On FOCAL POINT:
<ul>
<li>Gabrielle Skrekovski is the newest Quality Living Graduate at Vision Australia,. Gabrielle spoke about her career so far and the role of Quality Living Facilitator.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Rossie Offord, Head of Planning for Melbourne Airport, shared news about the new Pick Up and Drop Off zone - commencing in October - and Melbourne Airport's Master Plan 2027.&nbsp; The plan is available for public viewing and comment and feedback from 10th August view it at</li>
<li>Anushka Singh, Coordinator VA Radio Speak My Language Project, was&nbsp; looking for participants from culturally and linguistically diverse groups for an upcoming podcast series "See Hear Me"</li>
<li>Phil Vandepeer, co-founder and co-presenter for Focal Point, chatted about AusAlert; the census coming up; and the volatility in Australian political leadership roles.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<hr>
Resources:&nbsp;
Melbourne Airport Major Projects: <a href="https://www.melbourneairportprojectshub.com.au/">https://www.melbourneairportprojectshub.com.au/ </a>You can make a submission via the website or email <a href="mailto:Masterplan2027@melair.com.au">Masterplan2027@melair.com.au</a>&nbsp;
"See Hear Me": <a href="mailto:radio@visionaustralia.org">radio@visionaustralia.org</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp;

29 Jul 2026

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/6bea2b1a-8cbb-4156-ba30-b4960056bb8b/transcript

On FOCAL POINT:
Dean Calder is one of the first people in Australia to have the Braille Note Evolve - the Windows-based braille computer from Humanware. Catch Dean's internet radio show, Thursday evenings on Super Stream on line.
Rebecca Redman-Walsh, Disability Advocate/Intake officer for the Speak Out Association of Tasmania, shared news of recent meetings with local members of parliament - responding to SOA's concerns regarding cuts for clients on the NDIS.
Meghan Hibbert, from AusAlert, "alerted" us to what will be happening around Australia 2pm AEST; 1:30pm Central and 12 Noon in Western Australia, Monday 247th July.
Gerard Rennick, former Senator now President of the new "People First Party" running candidates at the 2028 federal election. 

Resources: 

Superstream Listen and Downloads: https://www.bchapman.id.au/ 

Speak Out Advocacy: https://www.speakoutadvocacy.org/ 

AusAlert: https://www.ausalert.gov.au/

Gerard Rennick's People First Party: https://peoplefirstparty.au/ 

On FOCAL POINT:
<ul>
<li>Dean Calder is one of the first people in Australia to have the Braille Note Evolve - the Windows-based braille computer from Humanware. Catch Dean's internet radio show, Thursday evenings on Super Stream on line.</li>
<li>Rebecca Redman-Walsh, Disability Advocate/Intake officer for the Speak Out Association of Tasmania, shared news of recent meetings with local members of parliament - responding to SOA's concerns regarding cuts for clients on the NDIS.</li>
<li>Meghan Hibbert, from AusAlert, "alerted" us to what will be happening around Australia 2pm AEST; 1:30pm Central and 12 Noon in Western Australia, Monday 247th July.</li>
<li>Gerard Rennick, former Senator now President of the new "People First Party" running candidates at the 2028 federal election.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<hr>
Resources:&nbsp;
Superstream Listen and Downloads: <a href="https://www.bchapman.id.au/">https://www.bchapman.id.au/</a>&nbsp;
Speak Out Advocacy: <a href="https://www.speakoutadvocacy.org/">https://www.speakoutadvocacy.org/</a>&nbsp;
AusAlert: <a href="https://www.ausalert.gov.au/">https://www.ausalert.gov.au/</a>
Gerard Rennick's People First Party:&nbsp;<a href="https://peoplefirstparty.au/">https://peoplefirstparty.au/</a>&nbsp;

22 Jul 2026

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/f6f60e28-f451-4bdf-957f-b48f005d4bd8/transcript

On FOCAL POINT: 
Angela Sosnowski, Low Vision Consultant (SA/WA/NT) for Quantum RLV, introduced the - just  released - MirrorPad Pro.  This is anew addition to the range of desktop magnifiers, combining powerful magnification with the ability to mirror your phone and control your Android smartphone, directly onscreen.
Rachel, from Marketing at Beyond Blindness, updated events; activities - including walking groups; pub lunches; tandem cycling; and a social group at Glenelg; as well as an invitation for young people studying music or art to apply for the Trevor Frost Award, with a $3,000 reward,
Maureen O'Reilly, from the Vision Australia Library, spoke about hearing highly acclaimed playwright Jane Harrison, who has written "Rainbow's End" great for those year 12 students in Vic. NSW, and Qld studying the play.  Maureen also invited all to come along to "Meet the Librarian" and access to some excellent guests from Melbourne Writers Week. 
Professor Paul Griffin, Director of Infectious Diseases at Mater Health Services and from the University of Qld, has concerns that many older people in particular may be underestimating the seriousness of RSV, Respiratory syncytial virus. 

Resources: 

Quantum RLV:  http://www.quantumrlv.com.au

Beyond Blindness: http://www.beyondblindness.org.au 

Vision Australia Library: https://visionaustralia.org/services/library

RSV Wise: http://www.rsvwise.com.au

On FOCAL POINT:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Angela Sosnowski, Low Vision Consultant (SA/WA/NT) for Quantum RLV, introduced the - just&nbsp; released - MirrorPad Pro.&nbsp; This is anew addition to the range of desktop magnifiers, combining powerful magnification with the ability to mirror your phone and control your Android smartphone, directly onscreen.</li>
<li>Rachel, from Marketing at Beyond Blindness, updated events; activities - including walking groups; pub lunches; tandem cycling; and a social group at Glenelg; as well as an invitation for young people studying music or art to apply for the Trevor Frost Award, with a $3,000 reward,</li>
<li>Maureen O'Reilly, from the Vision Australia Library, spoke about hearing highly acclaimed playwright Jane Harrison, who has written "Rainbow's End" great for those year 12 students in Vic. NSW, and Qld studying the play.&nbsp; Maureen also invited all to come along to "Meet the Librarian" and access to some excellent guests from Melbourne Writers Week.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Professor Paul Griffin, Director of Infectious Diseases at Mater Health Services and from the University of Qld, has concerns that many older people in particular may be underestimating the seriousness of RSV, Respiratory syncytial virus.&nbsp;<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.rsvwise.com.au__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!B1REUq3ZRssCUVA-CmyJ-j8Eua1lz-NCV66B3Wv_BtboL5hKuDEHFyNa_W8nUmHwuz2ffeAhyTT41QxTDA0HSh6PyXmIIYPyTPQ$" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="3"></a></li>
</ul>
<hr>
Resources:&nbsp;
Quantum RLV:&nbsp; <a href="http://www.quantumrlv.com.au">http://www.quantumrlv.com.au</a>
Beyond Blindness: <a href="http://www.beyondblindness.org.au">http://www.beyondblindness.org.au</a>&nbsp;
Vision Australia Library:&nbsp;<a href="https://visionaustralia.org/services/library">https://visionaustralia.org/services/library</a>
RSV Wise: <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.rsvwise.com.au__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!B1REUq3ZRssCUVA-CmyJ-j8Eua1lz-NCV66B3Wv_BtboL5hKuDEHFyNa_W8nUmHwuz2ffeAhyTT41QxTDA0HSh6PyXmIIYPyTPQ$" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="3">http://www.rsvwise.com.au</a>

15 Jul 2026

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/f579f88d-3907-47d9-a5a7-b48800594011/transcript

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