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Year Ready program for children and young people

Vision Australia is excited to offer its Year Ready program these summer school holidays in Victoria, NSW and Queensland.

Individual intensives program for children and young people in Vi...

During the upcoming school holiday period, Vision Australia is offering its individual intensives program across Victoria, designed to provide children and young people with the chance to focus on specific developmental areas outside of a school environment.

Meet Vision Australia Award 2026 winner: David Blythe AO

David Blythe AO is one of the recipients of a Vision Australia Award in 2026. Learn about his contributions to the blind and low vision community.

Meet Vision Australia Award 2026 winner: Laura Walker

Laura Walker is one of the recipients of a Vision Australia Award in 2026. Learn about her contributions to the blind and low vision community.

Support Needs Assessments - What to expect

Advocacy

Support Needs Assessments will be part of the new way of planning from April 2027.

Vision Australia responds to Victorian school smart glasses ban

Vision Australia is concerned by the announcement by Victorian government banning the use of smart glasses in schools across the state in 2027.

Vision Australia AI newsletter: October 2026

This month, we're looking at how AI can help find your keys, identify treasured possessions, negotiate a better deal, and even lend a hand with everyday tasks.

Vision Australia launches Victorian election priorities

Vision Australia has released its election priorities highlighting five areas the next government should focus on to improve the independence, confidence and connection of the state’s blind and low vision community.

NDIS update: The new way of planning

Advocacy

From April 2027, the NDIS will introduce a new planning process that changes how plans and funding are determined.