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August 9 is Census night

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The Census of Population and Housing (Census) is Australia’s largest statistical collection and is undertaken by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). The next Census will be held on August 9. Find out how you can complete your Census form.

23 Jul 2025

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2016 Census most accessible and inclusive yet

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The 2016 online Census form has received certification by internationally-recognised industry leader, Vision Australia, to ensure people who are blind or have low vision have a smooth experience when completing the Census.

23 Jul 2025

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Giving dragon boat racing a try

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Dragon Boat racing has been a Chinese cultural institution for more than 2,000 years, and it's now an international sport. Five years ago Kathy Fela, 55 from Woy Woy thought she'd give it a go.

23 Jul 2025

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Voting in secret still not a choice for everyone

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Blindness and low vision advocates have expressed frustration that the accessible voting options being offered at the 2016 federal election do not allow voters to keep their choices secret.

23 Jul 2025

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Getting fit in body and mind

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Working out in the gym goes a long way to supporting Alison play the team sports she’s recently become involved in after hearing about them from Vision Australia staff.

23 Jul 2025

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Puppies are on the Cats

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Today, a group of seven Labrador puppies, aged from eight weeks to 16 months, rode a CityCat for the first time on the Brisbane River.

23 Jul 2025

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Jobs and growth for whom?

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We’re now at the sharp end of the 2016 federal election campaign and the mantra of Jobs and Growth has featured first and foremost – but why don’t we hear more about job creation for people with disability?

23 Jul 2025

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Ski season in Debbie's sights this winter

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An avid skier since the age of five, Debbie King has continued the sport she loves after losing her vision essentially overnight.

23 Jul 2025

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Rethinking the cane

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This episode is a stark reminder that we blind have been using sticks as mobility aids since ancient times. It also reminds us of the fear of the loss of sight which was, and perhaps still is, prevalent in the public mind.

23 Jul 2025

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Creating tools to drive an accessible future

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Technology is an integral aspect of our world. It touches nearly every activity in our lives. But despite this, not everyone is able to access it.

23 Jul 2025

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