VisAbility Tasmania

VisAbility Tasmania Supporting Tasmanians living with low or no vision. Every support at any stage.

Have your say on the future of AAC.If you use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), support someone who does...
03/08/2026

Have your say on the future of AAC.

If you use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), support someone who does, or work with AAC users, this opportunity from Disability may be of interest.

Scope is seeking expressions of interest for a paid National Advisory Group to help guide the development of the InterAACt Hub – a new online resource designed for people who use AAC, their families, supporters and professionals.

Advisory group members will help shape, design and test the platform, ensuring it reflects the needs and experiences of the AAC community.

Learn more and submit your expression of interest here: https://bit.ly/4pHB6pt

The team at Seahorse World Tasmania have been working with us to make their destination accessible and welcoming to all....
22/07/2026

The team at Seahorse World Tasmania have been working with us to make their destination accessible and welcoming to all. They are also fundraising for us with great enthusiasm and have dressed up their Guide Dogs Tasmania Collection Dog as a Dog Fish. The outfit was made for them with recycled materials and hand painted spots by Vanessa Henry of Island ReSpun Tas It is a great way to make our Collection Dogs more visible to the community as they are a staple in many businesses, with our larger Model Dogs receiving a cuddle from some of the smallest Tasmanians. Come and say hi to the Dog Fish! 🐶 🐟

22/07/2026

🏆Nominations Are Still Open for the 2026 Blind Australian of the Year Awards📩

Do you know someone living with blindness - making an extraordinary difference?

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Blind Australian of the Year Awards, celebrating Australians who are blind or have low vision and recognising outstanding Contribution, Excellence and Self-Determination.

Award categories include:
🏆Blind Australian of the Year – Youth (15–21)
🏆Blind Australian of the Year – Individual
🏆Employer of Choice Award

The Awards shine a spotlight on the achievements of Australians living with blindness and low vision while promoting greater inclusion across workplaces and the wider community. With more than half a million Australians living with blindness or low vision, these Awards celebrate the remarkable impact they make every day.

Nominate today: https://blindaustralianoftheyear.com.au/nominate/

The winners will be announced at the spectacular 2026 Blind Australian of the Year Awards Gala Dinner on Saturday, 10 October 2026, at the Royal on the Park Hotel, Brisbane.

The evening will feature an outstanding lineup, including Julie Goodwin as Keynote Speaker, Reggie Bird as Co-Emcee, and Karan Nagrani (That Blind Guy™️) as VIP Red Carpet Host and live Stand-Up Comedian.

🎟️ Tickets are selling fast! Secure your seat or book a table today: https://blindaustralianoftheyear.com.au/tickets/

Image Description: A promotional poster with a black background, the awards logo and trophies and the names of the three categories in text and braille.

12/06/2026

As the End of Financial Year approaches, now is the ideal time to make a tax-deductible donation.

Your support helps ensure families like Patrick’s can access consistent and timely care from a trusted team who already know and understand them.

Donate now: https://bit.ly/4x4Vkg1

Make the 2026 Census Accessible for YouIf you have low or now vision, or use assistive technology, you can choose to rec...
12/06/2026

Make the 2026 Census Accessible for You
If you have low or now vision, or use assistive technology, you can choose to receive your 2026 Census information electronically through your myGov account.
This option allows you to access the Census digitally — making it easier to complete using screen readers, magnification software, and other assistive tools.

Census night: Tuesday, 11 August 2026
Subscription deadline: Sunday, 14 June 2026

By subscribing, you’ll receive updates and a secure link to complete the Census in your myGov Inbox.

How to subscribe:
Log in to your myGov account
Select "Subscribe to 2026 Census Update"
Choose "Subscribe to 2026 Census" and select "Get Started"
Enter and confirm your address
Tick the boxes to:
Agree to share your address with the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), and
Receive your Census information electronically
Select "Submit"
✔️ You’ll see a confirmation message once successful
✔️ Only one person per household needs to subscribe
Your information is collected by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) and used only for the Census.
For more details, visit the myGov website: https://my.gov.au/en

This Tax Appeal, you have the power to change lives.Patrick’s story is just one example of how VisAbility and Guide Dogs...
09/06/2026

This Tax Appeal, you have the power to change lives.
Patrick’s story is just one example of how VisAbility and Guide Dogs Tasmania supports people to live with independence and confidence every day. From guide dog partnerships to essential allied health support services, your generosity makes it all possible.
💙 With the end of financial year approaching, now is the perfect time to give.
Your donation will help more people like Patrick access the support they need to thrive.
👉 Donate now: https://bit.ly/3PC4O1D
Together, we can create a more inclusive community.

VisAbility was proud to attend the 2026 Round Table on Information Access for People with Print Disabilities Conference ...
09/06/2026

VisAbility was proud to attend the 2026 Round Table on Information Access for People with Print Disabilities Conference as a Bronze Sponsor, joining sector leaders from across Australia and New Zealand to explore ways to create a more accessible future.

A highlight was our Senior Digital Accessibility Specialist, Vithya Vijayakumare, presenting Helper and Hinderer: AI and Digital Accessibility, which examined both the opportunities and responsibilities of using AI to improve access to information. We’re also delighted that Vithya has joined the Round Table Executive Team.

Leone and Sam from our braille team, along with Ryan from our Youth Support team — also attended the conference, returning with valuable insights to help strengthen the services and support we provide to our community. Thank you to Round Table for another inspiring event.

Australia’s next Census is on Tuesday 11 August 2026.Census data helps governments and not-for-profits make important de...
03/06/2026

Australia’s next Census is on Tuesday 11 August 2026.

Census data helps governments and not-for-profits make important decisions about local services for our community.

The Australian Bureau of Statistics is currently accepting applications for Community Field Officers! Community Field Officers support people from all cultures and communities to complete their Census form. They provide information about the Census and help people in-person to complete their form.

They are looking for a range of people with lived experience and experience working with:

· People living with disability
· People experiencing homelessness
· Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
· People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
· Youth and older Australians

These jobs are temporary, flexible and close to home, and suit a variety of schedules.

If you are interested in applying, please go to census.abs.gov.au/jobs for more information.

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Hobart, TAS
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