Blind Citizens Australia: Recent Episodes
Blind Citizens Australia
Blind Citizens Australia is a not for profit organization run by and for people who are blind or vision impaired.
We provide individual and systemic advocacy, peer support, information dissemination and consultancy services. We have over 3000 members and 15 branches across Australia.
Website: http://www.bca.org.au Follow us Twitter @au_BCA
Have you done your bit to ensure Audio Description on Australian television? Find out how it's all going in this week's episode. We are joined by Lauren Henley, who provides us with details about the Broadcast Amendment bill, and also details of an upcoming BCA teleconference about NSW transport.
We hear from Bill Jolley, about a man who's life and work made a huge and positive difference to the lives of so many Australians who are blind or vision impaired. Brother Gerard Devlin passed away recently, and Bill tells us about him, and his work on behalf of blind and vision impaired people. Also a notice of an upcoming forum.
We discuss Audio Description. We hear from BCA Advocacy officer, Rikki Chaplin, about some upcoming teleconferences related to audio-description in cinemas. Then, we discuss a campaign to encourage Audio Description on Australian television.
We follow up on the Albert touch-screen terminal released some time ago by the Commonwealth bank. This terminal still remains inaccessible to people who are blind or vision impaired, despite significant work undertaken by BCA, and other organisations. Hear from Martin Stewart, how this has affected him, and others in the blind and vision impaired community.
We hear from Blind Citizens Australia Executive Officer, Emma Bennison, about a recently held forum of the Australian Bankers Association. As well, we hear from Sam Taylor of Pacific Vision, about recent developments in their products.
We hear from Dan Stubbs, Blind Citizens Australia board member and presenter at last weekend's Leadership Development forum. He tells us about himself, his ideals for the future of BCA, and what happened at the forum.
We hear from Blind Citizens Australia Executive Officer, Emma Bennison, about some important teleconferences which are happening later in July. Also, we hear from Doug McGinn, about a teleconference for blind and vision impaired people living in Tasmania. If you're living in Tasmania, and are interested in attending, it is important that you register your interest as soon as possible.
We hear from Blind Citizens Australia President, John Simpson. John gives us some detail about the upcoming convention, and informs us about some important constitutional changes which BCA intends making at its next AGM. Also, some interesting news for Tasmanians who are blind or vision impaired.
Ahead of some important announcements, we hear from Ross Joyce, the CEO of AFDO, the Australian Federation of disability organisations. Ross explains the inappropriate comments made recently by one of our federal politicians, and we discuss how you too may make your displeasure at these discriminatory and offensive comments known. Also, a follow-up on Audio Description, and an interesting invitation from our president.
Following some upcoming womens' branch news, we hear from Dick Lunenborg, who works with people with multiple disabilities in the Netherlands. Dick can be contacted by e-mailing dlunenborg@bartimeus.nl
We hear from recently appointed Blind Citizens Australia Policy Officer, Katrina Taylor. Hear about BCA’s policies and about Katrina herself. Also, we hear from Sally Balwin of the Queensland Braille Writing Association, about a well-known and interesting literary opportunity for people who are blind or vision impaired.
We hear from Phia Damsma, of Sonokids Australia. She updates us on what they have been up to since last we spoke in May 2016 . Hear about new ways to learn Voiceover on the iPhone, and iPad, and hear about upcoming exciting apps Sonokids is developing.
We hear about the Australian Blindness Forum. Jennifer Grimwade, CEO of the ABF joins us to tell us what they do, with whom they work and some of the major issues on which the ABF has been focusing.
We continue the discussion with Neil Jarvis, president of the Round Table on Information Access for people with a print disability. Also, discussion of upcoming programs and ideas.
Neil Jarvis, president of the Round Table on Information Access for people with a print disability, informs us of what his organisation does, and who it serves.
We hear from BCA volunteer, Liz Sullivan, as we celebrate National Volunteer Week. Hear her background, and what she gets out of volunteering with BCA.
We hear from newly co-opted Blind Citizens Australia board member, Prue Watt. Hear how she grew up, and her aspirations in life and for BCA.
To mark this, the 500th episode, we are joined by BCA president, John Simpson. We discuss the history of the program, and how it has changed through the years. John also tells us about what New Horizons means to BCA, and to the blind and vision impaired community in general.
We hear from Executive Officer, Emma Bennison about the upcoming convention in Melbourne. Hear where it will be held, and about some of the facilities the venue offers. Also, a couple of important notices.
We speak with Krystel Malcolm, executive officer of Blind Citizens NSW. She updates us on recent happenings, and tells us of a very interesting and exciting opportunity for blind people living in NSW and the ACT.
A couple of weeks ago we heard from Jon Coleman, who told us of the podcast memoir he had created with David Blyth. In this week’s program, we hear a short excerpt from the first episode. The podcast, “Blindness – no barrier”, is available on the BCA website. It is a fascinating window into David’s life, and well worth a listen, especially if you’re interested in the changes in services for people who are blind or vision impaired over the past 60 years or so.
We hear from returning board member, Fiona Woods. Fiona rejoined the board after an absence of some years, and fills one of three vacancies. She tells us about herself, her role with BCA, and her hopes for the future of the organisation.
We hear about an amazing man, who is definitely no stranger to Blind Citizens Australia, or the blindness community. We speak with John Coleman, who has been building a series of podcasts on the life of David Blyth, a founding member of BCA, and its inaugural president. This nine episode series will soon be available to the public for the first time, on the BCA website.
We hear from incoming Director of Blind Citizens Australia, James Manders. James tells us of his background and his hopes for the future of employment for people who are blind or vision impaired.
We continue our discussion with Bill Jolley about his recent international travel. He tells us about some interesting events regarding Braille.
We hear the first part of a discussion with Bill Jolley. Bill tells us about a recent visit to a school for the blind in Tokyo, and also about his involvement with the World Blind Union.
We hear more about the recently signed Memorandum of Understanding between Blind Citizens Australia and Blind Citizens NSW. The goal of this MOU is to open discussions relating to a merger between the two organisations. John Simpson of BCA, and Graeme Innes of BCNSW take us through the process, and explain the historical context and the advantages of the proposed merger.
We hear from Helen Freris about the latest developments from Blind Citizens Australia’s National Women’s Branch. Hear about upcoming teleconferences, and some exciting news in the fight against violence against women.
We hear from Lauren Henley about a submission Blind Citizens Australia is making, providing feedback about the National Disability Strategy. She explains where the strategy fits into the broad landscape of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, and how you can have your thoughts and ideas known. BCA needs to have your comments by 5th March, in order to be included in its submission.
We hear from Emma Bennison, who will soon commence duties as Executive Officer with Blind Citizens Australia. She tells us of her priorities for the organisation, and about the years of leadership and experience she brings to the role.
John Simpson joins us to pass on some long awaited news about Blind Citizens Australia, and particularly its future. Find out who will be the next Executive officer, and some changes on the board.
We feature the final in our series on the recently held Human Rights Oration, held last December in Melbourne. We continue the panel discussion.
We hear the first part of the panel discussion which followed Graeme Innes' speech at the Human Rights Oration, held in Melbourne in December. The topic is employment for people with a disability.
We hear from Graeme Innes, former Disability Discrimination Commissioner. This is an edited version of the speech he gave at the recently held Victorian Human Rights Oration in Melbourne. Talking about the right to work for people with a disability, Graeme discusses his own employment history, as well as the background to current legislation regarding employment for people with disabilities, and how each employer in Australia can help. This web version is longer than the radio version.
Ahead of some important news from Blind Citizens Australia, we hear the first in a series on the Human Rights Oration, held on December 7 in Melbourne. We hear some introductory remarks from Kristen Hilton, Victoria's Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commissioner.
We hear about a new support mechanism for younger members of the LGTBI community, who are also blind or vision impaired. Stormy Meiying Liu tells us of her experiences, and what motivated her to establish Team Rainbow.
We hear from BCA president, Emma Bennison, about what could well be the issue of the year, the lack of audio description on Australian television. Emma tells us of the current situation, and what we hope for the future.
We meet the two Australian winners of this year's Onkyo Braille Essay competition. They discuss their motivation for entering, and why they chose the topics which won them their prizes.
We hear from Lauren Henley, who has recently rejoined the staff of Blind Citizens Australia. She updates us on some important issues for people who are blind or vision impaired, and outlines her new role.
We hear from long-time BCA board member, Barry Chapman. Barry has just resigned his position on the board of Blind Citizens Australia. Find out why, and what Barry is up to.
We hear again from Ivan Molloy, who up until March this year, headed up the Overseas Services branch with BCA. We hear just a few of the achievements of the branch, and its impact on blind and vision impaired people in third world countries.
We focus on Hobart. We hear from long-time BCA member, Jan Miller, who tells us all about the recently held Hobart Forum. Hear what's happening for blind and vision impaired people around Tasmania, the impact of the NDIS, and the recent changes to Guidedogs Tasmania. Following Jan, we are reminded about an interesting initiative from the new Disability Discrimination Commissioner.
We feature the second part of a presentation given by Jason Bake, who among other things, runs a 400 cow dairy in the Coffs Harbour Hinterland. In this Question/Answer session, hear how he navigates the farm, trains guides for trekking, and many other interesting tips.
We visit the recent NSW/ACT State Convention, held in Coffs Harbour. We hear part one of a two part presentation by Jason Baker, who aside from managing his family owned dairy business, walks trails all over Australia, and overseas. He tells us how he works with his sighted guides and some of the places he has walked.
We hear about some accessibility features integrated into an exhibition held at the National Museum of Australia. As well, we hear from Paul Price, who recently attended Blind Citizens Australia's Queensland state forum.
Following on from last week's program, we continue the discussion with Padraig Naughton, a visitor to Australia from Dublin, Ireland. Hear about the changes to education over the years, Guide-Dog discrimination and more. Also, a reminder about the upcoming BCA state forums in New South Wales, South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria.
We revisit the international scene. In this first of a two part series, Padraig Naughton, director of Arts and Disability Ireland, describes the landscape for people who are blind or vision impaired in his home country. If you'd like to find out more about Arts and Disability Ireland, check out http://www.adiarts.ie
John Simpson, vice-president of Blind Citizens Australia, discusses details for the upcoming AGM, to be held in Sydney in November. He also tells us about the new National Policy Council. Nominations are being sought from BCA members, so it's time for us to step up and get involved.
We discover the accessibility options to be found in some Samsung televisions. Also is an interesting publicity idea from the US.
We hear about the recently held World Blind Union General Assembly. Emma Bennison, BCA president, tells us of some of the exciting things she saw and heard during her recent trip to the US as one of the Australian delegates.
We speak to John Simpson, Vice President of BCA, about the upcoming state forums. We firm up the dates, some of which have changed, and also hear about the time and location of the BCA AGM.
The second part of Bruce McGuire's talk on touch-screens, with a particular focus on the accessibility of Albert, the new EFTPOS terminal from the Commonwealth Bank.
We commence a two part series featuring Bruce Maguire, on the development of touch screens. In particular, the difficulties many blind and vision impaired people are experiencing with the new craze meeting the retail industry - Albert.
We say a sad farewell to Blind Citizens Australia CEO, Leah van Poppel, who has been with us now for just over a year. Also, an update on convention dates, and some information from the National Women's Branch of BCA.
We cover the Census. Rikki Chaplin, advocacy officer with BCA joins us to tell us how we can get our questions asked about the Census, the latest goss on Audio Description, and just who is Albert?
The second part of a two part talk by Blind Citizens Australia CEO, Leah van Poppel, presented at the Round Table on Information Access for people with a print disability. Leah tells us exactly what we can do to bridge the digital gap for people who are blind or vision impaired. We also hear from Humanware about their latest products to assist blind and vision impaired people in their daily lives.
Blind Citizens Australia CEO, Leah van Poppel, tells us about factors affecting equal access to digital information for blind and vision impaired people. In this first part of a two part talk Leah gave at the Round Table on Information Access for people with a print disability, she outlines the impact of unequal access, and just who is disadvantaged the most.
We hear from Graeme Innes AM, about his newly published autobiography, Finding A Way. Find out what Graeme is up to, and his motivation for writing the book. In the last few minutes of the program, we hear from Nigel Herring, who earlier this year received the lifetime achievement award from the Round Table on Information access for people with a print disability.
We catch up with founding BCA member, Bill Jolley, who recently attended a meeting of the International Council on English Braille, in the USA. He tells us what happened, and gives us his thoughts on the recent developments in braille technology. At the end of the program, some very welcome news for people with a print disability in Australia and overseas.
We hear from three people and their experiences relating to Blind Citizens Australia's key election priorities. John Simpson, vice-president of BCA tells us how the disparity between the funding available through the National Disability Insurance and My Aged Care schemes affects him, BCA president Emma Bennison talks about the appalling lack of audio description on Australian television, and former Disability Discrimination commissioner, Graeme Innes talks about the lack of funding for peak bodies to carry out advocacy on behalf of people with disability.
We hear from Michael Andersen from the Reserve Bank of Australia, about recent exciting developments in the accessibility of Australian currency. BCA has a long history of advocating for banknote accessibility, and Michael tells us about the RBA’s successful community consultation project, and the useful contribution of the Blind and Vision Impaired community.
Discover BCA’s election priorities, and how you can help get the message across. If you have a story to tell, find out from Rikki Chaplin, how you can inform your local member, and help your community as well.
We revisit childhood, with the BallyLand Magic app. This IOS app is designed to teach the very young, and perhaps the not so young, how to use Apple's built-in Screen Reader, VoiceOver. Find out what BallyLand is, and how you can visit, for lots of fun-packed adventures.
We hear how four years of work and research have come to fruition. We hear from Neil Jarvis, president of the Round Table on Information Access for People with a Print Disability, about the Orbit Braille Reader - a low-cost braille display which is set to be a game-changer for blind people all over the world. At the end of the program, some interesting information particularly of concern to Tasmanians who are blind or vision impaired.
We join the Round Table on Information Access for people with print disabilities in celebrating the achievements of a man who has become an institution in the Adaptive Technology sector. Neil Jarvis, president of the Round Table, tells us all about this year's recipient of the Tammy Axelson Lifetime Achievement award, which since 2009 has been presented to people who have had a significant impact on the Print Disability sector.
We speak with Emma Bennison, president of Blind Citizens Australia, about the forums recently held in South Australia and New South Wales. Also, is an update on BCA's thoughts on the upcoming federal election.
Budget has been the word of the week and New Horizons is no exception. Find out how the federal budget will impact on the lives of Australians who are blind or vision impaired, as well as some unwelcome news affecting our Radio Reading network. We hear first from Blind Citizens Australia CEO, Leah Van Poppel, then we talk to Nicci Lindemann, manager of 2RPH in Sydney to find out how the proposed cuts to Community Radio will impact on RPH stations across the country.
We hear from Leah van Poppel, CEO of Blind Citizens Australia, about What BCA believes are the big issues facing us at the 2016 federal election, the NDIS, My Aged Care and other issues.
We begin with a brief reminder from BCA CEO, Leah van Poppel. Then we head to NSW, where we hear from Krystel Keller, newly appointed Executive Officer of Blind Citizens NSW about an upcoming forum to be conducted between members of BCNSW and BCA. We've been mentioning it for some weeks on the program, so here's your chance to find out exactly what it's all about, and why you should attend.
We continue our discussion with Lee Kumutat, a woman who is blind and living as a journalist in the UK. Hear how she got started in radio, and if she's faced any discrimination in her chosen career.
We hear from Lee Kumutat, an Australian who is currently living in the UK, working as a radio producer, presenter and journalist. Hear about her move, and some of the differences between the UK and Australia, particularly in regard to transport, and the difference in attitudes to blind people.
Ahead of some BCA updates, we look at how to subscribe and receive the New Horizons podcast from the Vision Australia library. As well, there are some exciting updates to Vision Australia's Connect app, which allows IOS and Android users to read and/or download books.
We talk all things Braille. We hear from Jordie Howell, a member of the executive committee of the Australian Braille Authority, about the Onkyo Essay Competition, the forthcoming Round Table on Information Access for people with a Print Disability, and lots more. Finally, Vaughn updates us on latest happenings from BCA including an important survey regarding communications, as well as some teleconferences for people interested in Aged Care reform.
What is “Flash Sonar”? How can blind people be given a greater glimpse of their environment and navigate more effectively? Find out on this week’s New Horizons, program 443, when we speak with Daniel Kish of World Access for the blind. Daniel is an Orientation and Mobility specialist from the US who is currently visiting Australia conducting seminars and training for O and M instructors and people who are blind.
We hear from David Blyth, inaugural president of Blind Citizens Australia, in response to last week's interview with Ivan Molloy. We also hear from Helen Freris of Melbourne, vice president of BCA's National Women’s Branch, about moves to improve communication for women across Australia.
We are privileged to hear from Ivan Molloy about the Overseas Service special interest branch of Blind Citizens Australia. Ivan tells us about the inception of this branch and about some of the amazing projects in which he has been involved. We reflect on the sad news that this branch will be winding up very soon, and hear why.
Branches, aged care issues and a concert are the topic. We hear from Emma Bennison, Blind Citizens Australia president about these issues. She also tells us how the job has affected her, and what she hopes for the future.
We talk to the winner of the competition for the new theme for New Horizons, Steve Richardson, who is no stranger to Blind Citizens Australia. He presents our national audio magazine, and has been involved with RPH broadcasting for over 20 years. At the end of the program, you can hear the complete song, which has been entirely written, recorded and produced by blind and vision impaired people. If you would like your own copy, it will soon be available from iTunes and other online platforms, all proceeds going to BCA.
We conclude our My Aged Care feature, with Karen Knight, who tells us how the aged care reforms impact on a service provider. She also gives us further information about how people over 65 may find out more, and get their needs met. There is an important announcement about a media statement at the end of the program.
We continue our look at the My Aged Care program. We hear from two BCA members, Pearl and Peter Sumner of Victoria, who tell us how they got involved, and exactly what the MAC program means to them.
We start a very interesting series on the My Aged Care scheme. Lynne Davis, who holds the portfolio for the NDIS and My Aged Care programs on the BCA board, gives us a broad overview of the scheme, and what it means to people over 65. In the coming weeks we will be talking to some participants about their experiences, likes and dislikes.
Vaughn Bennison visits the Blind Citizens Australia office in Melbourne, where he speaks with CEO, Leah van Poppel. She tells us how she’s enjoying the job, and covers issues such as funding, aged care, and others. Vaughn also tells us of a new e-mail address for New Horizons feedback.
We hear from Jenny Dawson about parenting, from the Women’s Branch session at the 2015 Blind Citizens Australia National Convention.
we continue our theme of wayfinding, with information from the 2015 Blind Citizens Australia National Convention. We hear from Amy Barrett-Lennard, an orientation and Mobility specialist with Visability, and Bashir Ibrahim from Guide Dogs QLD.
Vaughn Bennison speaks with Jane Bryce of Visionary Access Consulting about the new Australian Wayfinding Standard.
Vaughn Bennison speaks with Neil King, Manager of Digital Access - a division of Vision Australia. Neil tells us, among other things, how we can encourage organisations to make their documents and websites more accessible.
Looking to a Bright Future session at the Blind Citizens Australia National Convention 2015, presented by President Emma Bennison and Chief Executive Officer Leah van Poppel.
Vaughn Bennison speaks with Rikki Chaplin, Advocacy and Policy Officer with Blind Citizens Australia and New Horizons presenter.
With the bush fire season upon us, we hear again a session from the 2011 Blind Citizens Australia National Convention about preparing for bush fires and other emergencies. Also, Rikki Chaplin demonstrates accessing audio described television shows using the ABC iview app on a PC.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Janene Sadhu, the newly elected President of the Women's Branch of Blind Citizens Australia. Rikki also speaks with George Booth of Travel Tree about an upcoming tour to Singapore for people who are blind or vision impaired.
An excerpt from the Keynote Address at the Blind Citizens Australia National Convention 2015 by Bill Jolley.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Gary Stinchcombe of the Statewide Vision Resource Centre in Victoria.
celebrating 40 years of Blind Citizens Australia, we hear the Opening Address at the Blind Citizens Australia National Convention 2015 by David Blyth, the inaugural President. We also hear a message of congratulations from Clive Lansink, President of Blind Citizens New Zealand.
Recording of the David Blyth Award presentation at the 2015 Blind Citizens Australia National Convention.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Ted McCoskey, President of the Digital Gap Initiative, regarding accessibility issues with Albert, the new Commonwealth Bank EFTPOS tablet.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Tiffany Mitchell, Community Education Officer with Guide Dogs NSW/ACT, about White Cane Safety Day.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Phillip Chalker about his recent successes with complaints to the Human Rights Commission, with support from Blind Citizens Australia.
we listen again to the keynote address by Michael Simpson at the 2013 Blind Citizens Australia National Convention.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Karen Passmore, President of the National Women's Branch of Blind Citizens Australia, about their sessions at the upcoming National Convention in Perth.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Sara Partow about her PhD research into stigma and vision impairment.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with two people about their recent successes. Dean Calder is to start a new job after a number of years of unemployment and David Blyth has been successful in getting audio tactile traffic lights installed near his home.
Steve Richardson speaks with Maryanne Diamond about the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, including how disability issues are to be addressed over the next fifteen years.
Peter Greco speaks with Nicole Tobin Donnelly about the Upcoming Albinism Fellowship of Australia Conference in Cairns and with Stephen Jolley about his petition for audio description on television.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Jonathan Mosen, following his presentation at the Norrie Disease Association conference in Boston. Jonathan also tells us about his involvement in radio and the assistive technology field.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Leah van Poppel, the New Chief Executive Officer of Blind Citizens Australia.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Eddie Johnson of Onwatch about products to assist with personal safety.
Peter Greco speaks with Nick Gleeson. Nick is totally blind and has just completed a Simpson Desert crossing, thanks to the AMP Tomorrow Fund. He talks about the isolation, quietness and spirituality of his experience.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Greg Madson, President of Blind Citizens Australia, about recent happenings and upcoming events.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Paula Hobley, who updates us on her PhD research into the subjective well-being of people who are blind or vision impaired.
Steve Richardson speaks with Emma Bennison, a Director of Blind Citizens Australia, who has just launched a new music album.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Bruce Maguire regarding a book about the early history of the Blind Association (now the Association of Blind Citizens of NSW), which Bruce has transcribed from the original braille into electronic and other formats.
We hear an article from 2004 celebrating the life of Harold Gration, a pioneer in the blindness field. Also, Rikki Chaplin demonstrates locating audio described programs on the ABC iview platform, using the iPhone app.
We hear an important message to members of Blind Citizens Australia. Also, we hear from Steve Richardson who is speaking with Les about the local culture on Norfolk Island.
Steve Richardson speaks with Mary Anne Carmody of Retina Australia, about their upcoming conference. Also, we hear a recording of Tilly Aston, a pioneer in advocacy for people who are blind or vision impaired.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Ted McCoskey, President of the Digital Gap Initiative. The Digital Gap Initiative project focusses on advocating for legal, policy and other systemic reforms, with the aim of reducing digital barriers experienced by people with disability and older people.
In this special 400th edition, we focus on the Jeffrey Blyth Foundation and its founders, the late Hugh Jeffrey and David Blyth. The presenter is Stephen Jolley.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Greg Madson, President of Blind Citizens Australia, about funding concerns and upcoming events.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Peter and Radmila Kalimnakis about their experiences of learning that their child has a diagnosis of blindness.
We hear from a guide dog user and representatives of Guide Dogs NSW, about discrimination against users of guide dogs.
We look back into the archives, to an article from Blind Citizens News in 2003. It is by W.A. Davis, a teacher who was blind in the 1930s and 1940s
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Peter Megri of Clubmates Travel Australia about supported holidays for people with disabilities. We also hear an excerpt from the travel session at the 2014 Victorian State Forum.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Sheilagh Daniels-Mayes about the importance of consultation, and in particular with people who are blind or vision impaired and also indigenous.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Edward Santow, Chief Executive Officer of the Public Interest Advocacy Centre.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Stephen Barnes, Chief Executive Officer of Blind Sports Australia. We also revisit the 2013 Blind Citizens Australia National Convention where we hear from Daniel Stubbs and Joana d’Orey Novo about self advocacy.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Hazel Hockley, about archery for people who are blind or vision impaired, and with Hank Jongen from Centrelink, about the portability of the Disability Support Pension when travelling overseas.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Damian McMorrow, who tells us a little about himself, including his interest in internet radio and cooking.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Tony Iezzi, Operations Manager with Blind Citizens Australia and with Mark Muscat, a new representative on the National Policy and Development Council.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Dr David Squirrell, a new representative on the National Policy and Development Council of Blind Citizens Australia.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Jeremy Wurm of Brooker Consulting about the employment of people with disabilities.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Stephen Jolley, who recently retired from Vision Australia as producer and presenter of the radio program Talking Vision. Stephen talks about his long time interest and involvement in radio.
Extract from the Keynote Address at the Blind Citizens Australia Victorian State Convention 2014, by Maryanne Diamond, on the theme of Putting Yourself Out There.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Ben Moxie, recreation worker with Vision Australia, and with Tristan Hodson, the new producer of New Horizons.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with David Truong, about his early days in Australia, his involvement with blind cricket and with music.
Sue Hastie speaks with Greg Madson, President of Blind Citizens Australia, and Rikki Chaplin speaks with John Simpson, acting Executive Officer.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Laurie Grovenor about the challenges for people who are blind or vision impaired living in regional and rural areas, and with Karen Passmore, President of the National Women’s Branch of Blind Citizens Australia, about their project for regional and rural women.
Recapping on the events of 2014, we hear again an interview with Maryanne Diamond, recipient of an Officer of the Order of Australia Award in the Queen's Birthday Honours. We also hear from Greg Madson, President of Blind Citizens Australia, with an update on the Marrakesh Treaty to Facilitate Access to Published Works for Persons who are Blind, Visually Impaired, or otherwise Print Disabled.
recapping on the events of 2014, we hear again an interview with Graeme Innes, who completed his term as Disability Discrimination Commissioner with the Australian Human Rights Commission.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Tony Starkey, an Australian Blindness Forum representative at the World Blind Union Asia Pacific Mid-Term Regional General Assembly.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Bruce McAllister, a participant in the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with travel agent George Booth about an upcoming tour to New Zealand which is blind and vision impaired friendly. Also, Greg Madson speaks of his experience of a previous tour with George.
Steve Richardson speaks with Paul Price about the recent Blind Citizens Australia Queensland driving day. We also hear a recording of Steve taking a drive around the Lakeside Racetrack.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Di Ashworth, about her book "I Spy With My Bionic Eye" and her experiences using the bionic eye.
This week on program 372 of New Horizons, you will find an edited version of the Keynote Address by Prof. Ron McCallum delivered at the 2014 NSW/ACT State Convention.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with re-elected director of Blind Citizens Australia, Barry Chapman, and with retiring director, Bruce Ind.
Peter Greco speaks with Rowena Dowling who recently was awarded the "Judith Killen Golden Harness Award at the September Dog Guide Handlers Australia Conference.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with new Blind Citizens Australia Directors, Chelsea Bartlett and Lauren Henley.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Emma Bennison, Chief Executive Officer of Arts Access Australia, following her trip to the UK to research leadership in the arts and cultural sector, of people with disabilities.
Sue Hastie speaks with Rikki Chaplin, the regular presenter of New Horizons, and with Sharyl Brockett, who tell us a little about themselves and their new roles as Advocacy and Policy Officers with Blind Citizens Australia.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Greg Madson, President of Blind Citizens Australia, who looks back on his first year as President, and with Mick Baker, a new BCA Director.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Joyce Jones and Rowena Dowling, attendees at the inaugural Dog Guide Handlers Australia Conference in Adelaide.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with two attendees to the upcoming Mid-Term General Assembly of the Asia Pacific Region of the World Blind Union. Dr Kevin Murfitt speaks about the agenda and Tony Starkey speaks about his work with a special employment project.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Lyn Eagers, BCA Brisbane branch President, about the upcoming Queensland state Forum And Driving Day to be held in mid October.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Greg Madson, President of Blind Citizens Australia, about the role and functions of the National Policy and Development Council, and with Michelle Griffin and Grace King, candidates for the vacant NPDC position in Western Australia.
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Rikki Chaplin speaks with Thai Nguyen, BCA’s Victorian Advocacy Officer, and with Lauren Henley, BCA’s National Policy Officer, both of whom are Leaving Blind Citizens Australia to take up other positions.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Ross Anderson, a PhD candidate at Monash University, about his research into adolescents with a vision impairment.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Stephen Belbin, Thai Nguyen and Lyn Eagers about the upcoming Blind Citizens Australia State Conventions and Forums.
Peter Greco speaks with Andrew Davies about the recent Tech Expo held at the Royal Society for the Blind in South Australia.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Rosemary Boyd, Executive Officer of Blind Citizens Australia, about the upcoming Annual General Meeting, and with Lisa Hayes about the Women’s Branch sessions at the upcoming State Forums.
Peter Greco speaks with Lauren Henley on her return from New Yourk where she attended the United Nations Leadership program
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Wayne Hawkins of the Australian Communications Consumer Action Network, regarding inaccessible CAPTCHA’s on websites.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Michael Jessup of the Public Interest Advocacy Centre and with Alex Varley of Media Access Australia, regarding the campaign for audio description on television.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Lauren Henley, National Policy Officer of Blind Citizens Australia, about the Disability Discrimination Act Fact Sheet developed by BCA, which includes when and how to lodge a complaint.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Andrew Daly, Executive Director of the Royal Society for the Blind, about new initiatives, including the opening of an office in Newcastle, New South Wales.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Maryanne Diamond, recipient of an AO (Officer of the Order of Australia) in the Queen’s Birthday Honours, for distinguished service of a high degree to Australia or to humanity at large for her service to people who are blind or have low vision through national and international leadership roles, and as an advocate for best practice employment opportunities.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Emma Bennison, Chief Executive Officer of Arts Access Australia, about leadership in the arts and cultural sector, of people with disabilities.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Lauren Henley, National Policy Officer of Blind Citizens Australia, following her attendance at the Conference of State Parties in New York, regarding the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Geraldine Ryan, State Practice Leader with Vision Australia, about their early childhood related parenting program, and with Mandy Lau about Reach and Match, an educational learning kit for children with a sensory impairment.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Graeme Innes, the retiring Australian Human Rights Commission, Disability Discrimination Commissioner
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Lauren Henley, National Policy Officer of Blind Citizens Australia, about impacts of the recent Federal Budget on people who are blind or vision impaired. Rikki also speaks with Deanne Ferris of Blind Citizens Western Australia, about their upcoming forum and other activities.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Lauren McGowan-Slee, who has a vision impairment and is studying occupational therapy. He then speaks with Anne-Marie Caulton, who also has a vision impairment and works as an occupational therapist.
This week, Samantha Marsh speaks with Rikki Chaplin, newly appointed presenter of New Horizons and with Peter Greco, the presenter of various programs on radio 5RPH Adelaide. Peter also records interviews for SoundAbout and New Horizons for Blind Citizens Australia.
BCA President, Greg Madson, talks about how to get a copy of the BCA 2014-17 Strategic Plan
This week Samantha Marsh speaks with Graeme Samuel, Chair of the Taxi Services Commission of Victoria.
Sue Hastie speaks with BCA Executive Officer, Rosemary Boyd for a national office update
Accessing Audio Described DVDs on a Mac Computer By BCA member, Phillip Chalker I was recently very excited to discover that I could play Audio described DVDs on my Apple computer. after inserting a DVD into my MacBook Pro and expecting my wife to have to help me turn on the audio description, I was shocked to find that I was actually able to do this independently, without having to rely on sighted assistance. I sat back and waited until the computer loaded the DVD which in this case, was a film called “Did you hear about the Morgins”. The film loaded through the program DVD player witch comes with all apple Computers. After the DVD began to play, I pushed the Space bar Button wile having VoiceOver on which paused the movie so i Could Just hear what VoiceOver was saying. I then pushed the VoiceOver keys along with the letter M, which took me up to the menu. i scrolled along the menues until i came to a Tab saying “feature”, where I was presented with a pull down Menu; which I accessed by using the down arrow and VoiceOver keys. i kept moving down the menu until I came to a submenu labelled “Audio”, which listed a number of different audio tracks that were included on the DVD, one of which was “English for the vision impaired”. After selecting this option, I restarted the movie and was shocked to find that I had been successful in turning on audio description. I now watch audio described movies on my Mac all the time and wanted to share this trick with other people who are blind or vision impaired. Happy viewing everyone! Editor’s Note: Phillip has also recorded a podcast to talk members through the process of playing an audio described DVD on the Mac. If you would like a copy of this recording, please contact us at the national office. Lauren Henley National Policy Officer Blind Citizens Australia Phone: (03) 9654 1400 Freecall: 1800 033 660 Mobile: 0437 355 985 lauren.henley@bca.org.au www.bca.org.au ABN: 90 006 985 2
This week on program 344 of New Horizons, Samantha Marsh speaks with Steven Hurd, Client Quality Business Systems Manager with Guide Dogs Victoria, about taxi issues for dog guide users.
Rikki Chaplin speaks with BCA National Policy Officer, Lauren Henley for a policy update
Rikki Chaplin speaks with Graham Pamplin about his work teaching people who are vision impaired to use adaptive technology in Queensland
This week on program 343 of New Horizons, Samantha Marsh speaks with Thai Nguyen, Advocacy and Policy Officer of Blind Citizens Australia.
This week on Program 342 of New Horizons Peter Greco speaks with Jessica Gallagher, bronze medallist at the 2014 Winter Paralympic Games.
on program 341 of New Horizons, Samantha Marsh speaks with Sadam Ahmed about technology accessibility.
Part 1 of an interview of Blind Citizens members participating in the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
Part 2 of an interview of Blind Citizens members participating in the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
Part 3 of an interview of Blind Citizens members participating in the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
Part 4 of an interview with blind Citizens members partisipating in the National Disability Insurance Scheme.