Focal Point on Vision Australia Radio
Focal Point on Vison Australia Radio
Playlist by Focal Point on Vision Australia RadioA 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 mann…319 clip(s) in playlist
01 Jul 2026
On FOCAL POINT: Carlie Towns is just back from making it to the Everest base camp - a physical, emotional and spiritual experience, connecting with her late father Ched. Alex Marcocci, from Crime Stoppers Victoria, alerted us to their current campaign, 'Illegal Firewood, The Cost is Wild' encourag…
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24 Jun 2026
On FOCAL POINT: David Dinte AM was recognised in this year's King's Birthday Honours for his work in the not-for-profit sector, including over two decades with a variety of roles on the board of Next Sense, and other contributions to education. Stacie Ashlet "Hyper the Clown" invited all to Club Kr…
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17 Jun 2026
On FOCAL POINT: Elizabeth Beales, President of the Albinism Fellowship of Australia, reflecting on International Albinism Awareness Day 13th June. The theme was "Proud In My Skin". Elizabeth also previewed their National Conference coming up in September in Adelaide. Rachel, from Marketing at Bey…
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10 Jun 2026
On FOCAL POINT: Rachael Leahcar, Advocate and singer/song-writer, is inviting all to the Workability Expo in Adelaide - Wayville Showgrounds 26th and 27th June 26th and 27th. Jude Gaffney, Audio Description Coordinator at Access 2 Arts, with audio described opportunities; live shows; Illuminate an…
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03 Jun 2026
On FOCAL POINT: Anne-Marie Banfield, First Nations Partnership Specialist at Hearing Australia, wrapped up The Vision 2020/Guide Dogs Victoria, National Reconciliation Week "All In as Allies, From Good Intentions to Meaningful Action" Alex Marcocci, from Crime Stoppers Victoria, spoke about retai…
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27 May 2026
On FOCAL POINT: Annette Sutherland is this year's very worthy recipient of the Tammy Axelsen's Lifetime Achievement Award from the Round Table on information Access for People with a Print Disability. Annette's vast array of contributions include guidelines for producing accessible graphics and be…
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20 May 2026
On FOCAL POINT: Francois Jacobs is so excited and looking forward to his new role at Blind Citizens Australia. Francois is Systemic Advocacy Lead. Rachel, from Marketing at Beyond Blindness, has news on member benefits; volunteer celebrations; a visit to a minature horse therapy farm at Lenswood; a…
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13 May 2026
On FOCAL POINT: Demelza Werly shared news about work she is doing to one day enable a person who is blind or vision impaired to drive a car independently. Demelza is working with Dr Samantha Horseman at the JCU Ideas lab James Cook University with the Pilgari Systems - an AI solution and hardware …
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06 May 2026
On FOCAL POINT: Alex Sar shared highlights of the recent Deafblind Camp in Victoria - attended by campers from all around Australia. Alex Marcocci, from Crime Stoppers Victoria, had information regarding Bystanders playing a vital role in preventing elder abuse. Sarah Richardson, CEO for Health-Br…
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29 Apr 2026
On FOCAL POINT: Jarrod Sandell-Hay, Vice President for People with Disabilities Australia, sharing his concerns; insights and observations from the recently announced planned cuts to the NDIS. Tony Scott, previewing the Australian Nationawn Bowls Championships from 13th May at Club Tweed. Tony ha…
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