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Readings from the Christian Science Monitor which is an independent international news organisation that seeks to see news events as starting points for constructive conversations. This program is produced and supplied by Christian Science Broadcasting SA.

The Career Path, is an employment series produced by Vision Australia Radio. Come along an employment journey as we provide a platform to blind and low vision job seekers, those who have found meaningful employment and industry recruiters who recognize the strengths of blind and low vision candidates who share their own perspectives. The Career Path, is an inspiring, uplifting and informative series that tackles the big issues of employment in our community and celebrates its successes. Learn more at https://www.visionaustralia.org/careerpath

Sam Rickard and Lizzie Eastham present Studio 1 - a weekly look at life from a low vision and blind point of view. Please get in touch with the show. Your experience and insight may help someone else who is going through a similar thing. Email: studio1@visionaustralia.org :: twitter: https://x.com/varadionetwork :: Facebok: https://www.facebook.com/VARadioNetwork

Can you believe it, the world's earliest morning TV show is still on air! And no-one is more surprised and fatigued by this fact than the show’s hosts, "trained" "actor" Kate McLennan and “personality-challenged” Kate McCartney. Get Krack!n, Audio Described……..but not as you know it.

In this podcast series we take an in depth look at a year in the life of Martin Wright, who lost his vision in November 2016. Martin takes us through the changes and challenges he’s dealing with and we get to know Martin, his wife, Pat, his family and learn about how his vision loss has impacted on his life.

This podcast feed brings you the best content from Vision Australia Radio's on-air content along with specialist episodes produced exclusively for your podcasting pleasure.

A beloved Australian tradition, Vision Australia’s Carols by Candlelight has a wonderful history of supporting children who are blind or have low vision, and 2023 marks the 86th anniversary of the iconic Christmas celebration. On December 24 each year, Melbourne’s Sidney Myer Music Bowl lights up as families and friends gather to celebrate the festive season while raising funds for Vision Australia’s children’s services. From humble beginnings in 1938, with a 30-strong choir, 2 solo performers and the Metropolitan Fire Brigade Band performing at midnight, Carols by Candlelight has ...

Vision Australia Radio's Mindful Minutes podcast is a 7-part series of 15–18 minute episodes, designed to support the wellbeing of older Australians who are blind or have low vision. Throughout these engaging episodes, we explore the emotional impacts of vision loss, share personal stories, and highlight the importance of social wellbeing, mindfulness, staying active, and practicing self-care, all guided by experts. Learn more about Vision Australia's wide range of resources by selecting the following link: https://www.visionaustralia.org/services/find-services/older-adults/...

Vision Australia's Hindsight podcast shares lived experiences from carers, supporters and people living with vision loss. Its intended as a resource for those supporting someone close to them. This podcast has been funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services. Go to www.dss.gov.au  for more information.  

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.

My Aged Care helps older Australians find support to continue living independently. The initiative is available to eligible people aged 65 years and over. It's also available to those over the age of 50 if you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Tune into my our My Aged Care podcasts to learn more about this valuable funding source and how it can support you or someone you know live independently.