This week on In Plain Sight, Simon Chong and Andrew Williams have a chat with two very special guests. Fabulous passion and dedication alongside a lifelong association with dog guides are some of the motivations behind the great work of Guide Dog Mobility Instructor Katie Crawford. It was wonderful to learn about all that is required to train dogs as guides and trusted companions. 

It was a pleasure to also have Eric Seery in the studio to share his experiences having Guide Dogs to assist him over a number of years. It was thought-provoking and engaging to hear Eric speak about his connection to dogs and how much they have given him. We are very grateful for his personal insights and appreciate his knowledge and anecdotes.

As a part of International Guide Dog Day, observed on April 29th, we ask: why a guide dog? This theme aims to focus on celebrating and exploring the diverse benefits dog guides provide to their owners beyond their essential role in safe, independent mobility. 

Please remember to observe polite and respectful Guide Dog access and etiquette when interacting with someone using a dog guide. It is against the law to refuse service to someone who is vision impaired relying on the guidance and support from these specially well trained dogs.

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This week on In Plain Sight, Simon Chong and Andrew Williams have a chat with two very special guests. Fabulous passion and dedication alongside a lifelong association with dog guides are some of the motivations behind the great work of Guide Dog Mobility Instructor Katie Crawford. It was wonderful to learn about all that is required to train dogs as guides and trusted companions.&nbsp;
It was a pleasure to also have Eric Seery in the studio to share his experiences having Guide Dogs to assist him over a number of years. It was thought-provoking and engaging to hear Eric speak about his connection to dogs and how much they have given him. We are very grateful for his personal insights and appreciate his knowledge and anecdotes.
As a part of International Guide Dog Day, observed on April 29th, we ask: why a guide dog? This theme aims to focus on celebrating and exploring the diverse benefits dog guides provide to their owners beyond their essential role in safe, independent mobility.&nbsp;
Please remember to observe polite and respectful Guide Dog access and etiquette when interacting with someone using a dog guide. It is against the law to refuse service to someone who is vision impaired relying on the guidance and support from these specially well trained dogs.
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In Plain Sight, hosted by Simon Chong and produced by Andrew Williams, is a program where we highlight the incredible stories of people who are making a positive impact in the community and disability sector. Giving a voice to dedicated disability advocates demonstrating advocacy in all its different forms, shining a light on those who might otherwise be hidden ‘in plain sight'.

Get in touch with the program team via: inplainsight@visionaustralia.org. Simon and Andrew would love to hear your feedback, thoughts and ideas.

In Plain Sight, hosted by Simon Chong and produced by Andrew Williams, is a program where we highlight the incredible stories of people who are making a positive impact in the community and disability sector. Giving a voice to dedicated disability advocates demonstrating advocacy in all its different forms, shining a light on those who might otherwise be hidden &lsquo;in plain sight'.
Get in touch with the program team via:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:inplainsight@visionaustralia.org">inplainsight@visionaustralia.org</a>. Simon and Andrew would love to hear your feedback, thoughts and ideas.

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International Guide Dog Day 2026

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