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Living with vision loss later in life

Government News

Vision loss is something many older Australians experience, but it does not mean losing your independence or giving up the things you love.

Faking blindness for clout? Parents spark outrage over TikTok tre...

A concerning viral TikTok trend where children pretended to be blind sparked outrage in October.

Vision Australia Award recognises Paul’s years of support

Paul Hedley’s incredible passion and efforts to support people who are blind or have low vision have seen him awarded with a 2025 Vision Australia Award.

Vision Australia’s Carols by Candlelight launches new-look creati...

Media Releases

Vision Australia has re-vamped the creative for its iconic Christmas event, Carols by Candlelight, calling for Australians to ‘share the magic’ this festive season.

Vision Australia Award recognises Apple’s commitment to workplace...

Today, November 3, Apple’s support for accessibility in the workplace was recognised with the presentation of the 2025 Vision Australia Corporate Award.Part of the annual Vision Australia Awards, which honour organisations and individuals making a positive impact on the blind and low vision community, the Corporate Award was presented by Vision Australia CEO David Williamson to Apple Vice President of Environment, Policy and Social Initiatives, Lisa Jackson, at Apple Sydney.“Apple has long had a commitment to accessibility across its product range, and that extends to accessibility in its employment practices and workplaces as well. Apple has been a great supporter of the Vision Australia Employment Services program, which has helped blind and low-vision jobseekers find employment at Apple Store locations across Australia,” said David Williamson, CEO, Vision Australia.“Apple’s consideration of accessibility in hiring and employment, providing support and accommodations for people who are blind or have low vision to find the right opportunity and, most importantly, succeed, should be applauded. This doesn’t only benefit those individuals, it creates a workforce strengthened by accessibility, where all are valued,” concluded David.The relationship between Vision Australia and Apple has been a long one, with Apple’s support of people who are blind or have low vision previously being acknowledged with a Vision Award in 2013. 

Monumental safety rule takes effect today: Vision Australia welco...

Media Releases

From today November 1, all new electric vehicles will be required to be fitted with an alerting system which emits an acoustic sound when the vehicle travels at or under 25km/hr.