Assistive Technology Suppliers Australia is bringing its inaugural ATSA Local event to Bendigo, giving people with disability, older Australians, families and allied health professionals a chance to discover assistive technology closer to home.

In this interview highlight, Vision Australia Radio’s Peter Greco speaks with ATSA CEO Serena Ovens about why the organisation is taking its popular Independent Living Expos into regional communities, what visitors can expect from the 32 exhibitors, and the difference the right technology can make to independence and everyday life.

Vision Australia Radio and Vision Store will also be on the ground at the event, connecting with visitors and exhibitors throughout the day.

ATSA Local Bendigo
Tuesday 20 October 2026
10:00am to 3:30pm
All Seasons Hotel, Bendigo
Free entry, with registrations encouraged but not essential.

Assistive Technology Suppliers Australia is bringing its inaugural ATSA Local event to Bendigo, giving people with disability, older Australians, families and allied health professionals a chance to discover assistive technology closer to home.
In this interview highlight, Vision Australia Radio&rsquo;s Peter Greco speaks with ATSA CEO Serena Ovens about why the organisation is taking its popular Independent Living Expos into regional communities, what visitors can expect from the 32 exhibitors, and the difference the right technology can make to independence and everyday life.
Vision Australia Radio and Vision Store will also be on the ground at the event, connecting with visitors and exhibitors throughout the day.
ATSA Local Bendigo Tuesday 20 October 2026 10:00am to 3:30pm All Seasons Hotel, Bendigo Free entry, with registrations encouraged but not essential.

Featuring interview highlights, bonus content and more from across Vision Australia Radio.

Featuring interview highlights, bonus content and more from across Vision Australia Radio.

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Vision Australia Radio Interview Highlights shares a range of discussions initially broadcasted on our print disability radio network. Vision Australia Radio podcasts are accessible on all major podcast apps.
Remember to like, subscribe and share. 
Learn more: <a href="http://www.varadio.org">www.varadio.org</a> 
Get in touch: call Vision Australia on 1300 84 74 66 or email <a href="mailto:radio@visionaustralia.org">radio@visionaustralia.org</a> 
Vision Australia Radio is a licensed community broadcaster and operates in accordance with the <a href="http://radio.visionaustralia.org/about-us/community-broadcasting-codes-of-practice">Community Broadcasting Codes of Practice</a> and <a href="https://www.rph.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/FINAL_RPH-Australia-Protocol_2019.docx">RPH Protocols</a>.

ATSA Local Heads to Bendigo: Assistive Technology Closer to Home

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Crime fiction writer Ruth McIver joins Kate Cooper on Emerging Writers to explore a lifelong fascination with storytelling, crime and the complicated ethics of drawing inspiration from real events.

Ruth discusses her Irish-Australian identity, discovering writing at a young age, the long road to publication and the extraordinary experience of having her work recognised with major literary prizes.

She also delves into her PhD research into true crime-inspired fiction, including questions of responsibility, representation and the potential for storytelling to influence how we understand guilt, innocence and justice.

Ruth talks about her novels I Shot the Devil and The Sound, her Audible Australia original The Blackout, her approach to writing and editing, and the rewards of mentoring emerging writers.

Recorded in conjunction with Ruth’s appearance at the 2026 Totally Lit Adventures in the Port City Festival in Fremantle.

Listen to Emerging Writers from Vision Australia Radio wherever you get your podcasts.

Crime fiction writer Ruth McIver joins Kate Cooper on Emerging Writers to explore a lifelong fascination with storytelling, crime and the complicated ethics of drawing inspiration from real events.
Ruth discusses her Irish-Australian identity, discovering writing at a young age, the long road to publication and the extraordinary experience of having her work recognised with major literary prizes.
She also delves into her PhD research into true crime-inspired fiction, including questions of responsibility, representation and the potential for storytelling to influence how we understand guilt, innocence and justice.
Ruth talks about her novels I Shot the Devil and The Sound, her Audible Australia original The Blackout, her approach to writing and editing, and the rewards of mentoring emerging writers.
Recorded in conjunction with Ruth&rsquo;s appearance at the 2026 Totally Lit Adventures in the Port City Festival in Fremantle.
Listen to Emerging Writers from Vision Australia Radio wherever you get your podcasts.

Crime, Creativity and the Ethics of Storytelling with Ruth McIver

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In this Vision Australia Radio Interview Highlights episode, Emerging Writers host Kate Cooper speaks with Sharon Flindell, curator and producer of the 2026 Totally Lit: Adventures in the Port City Festival.

Now in its second year, the festival returns to Fremantle from 2 to 16 October with more than 60 events celebrating books, storytelling, poetry, history, crime writing and community connection. Sharon shares her remarkable journey through the arts, from international contemporary arts festivals and literary partnerships to creating one of Western Australia's most exciting literary events.

The conversation explores Fremantle's rich literary culture, the inspiration behind Totally Lit, and festival highlights including Crime Time, interactive storytelling adventures, author events and opportunities for readers of all ages.

Vision Australia Radio is proud to return as an Access and Inclusion Partner for the festival, helping connect audiences across Australia with writers, stories and literary conversations.

In this Vision Australia Radio Interview Highlights episode, Emerging Writers host Kate Cooper speaks with Sharon Flindell, curator and producer of the 2026 Totally Lit: Adventures in the Port City Festival.
Now in its second year, the festival returns to Fremantle from 2 to 16 October with more than 60 events celebrating books, storytelling, poetry, history, crime writing and community connection. Sharon shares her remarkable journey through the arts, from international contemporary arts festivals and literary partnerships to creating one of Western Australia's most exciting literary events.
The conversation explores Fremantle's rich literary culture, the inspiration behind Totally Lit, and festival highlights including Crime Time, interactive storytelling adventures, author events and opportunities for readers of all ages.
Vision Australia Radio is proud to return as an Access and Inclusion Partner for the festival, helping connect audiences across Australia with writers, stories and literary conversations.

Totally Lit 2026: Sharon Flindell on Stories, Festivals and Fremantle's Literary Culture

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With the 2026 Blind Australian of the Year Awards just days away, Jason Gipps speaks with Terry O'Neill from Link Vision and special guest Reggie Bird about the history, impact and future of the awards.

They reflect on how the awards have grown from a small community initiative into a nationally recognised celebration of excellence among Australians who are blind or have low vision. The conversation explores this year's finalists, the importance of disability awareness and inclusion, and what guests can expect from the Brisbane gala, including keynote speaker Julie Goodwin, comedy, live entertainment and plenty of inspiration.

Reggie also shares her personal reflections on resilience, living with vision loss, and why events like these bring the blind and low vision community together.

With the 2026 Blind Australian of the Year Awards just days away, Jason Gipps speaks with Terry O'Neill from Link Vision and special guest Reggie Bird about the history, impact and future of the awards.
They reflect on how the awards have grown from a small community initiative into a nationally recognised celebration of excellence among Australians who are blind or have low vision. The conversation explores this year's finalists, the importance of disability awareness and inclusion, and what guests can expect from the Brisbane gala, including keynote speaker Julie Goodwin, comedy, live entertainment and plenty of inspiration.
Reggie also shares her personal reflections on resilience, living with vision loss, and why events like these bring the blind and low vision community together.

Preview: Blind Australian of the Year Awards 2026, featuring Reggie Bird and Terry O'Neill.

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ATSA Local Heads to Bendigo: Assistive Technology Closer to Home

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