Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. January 1: New Year recreational programs – Chris Headland, Talking Newspaper Service – Sheelagh Belton, Information and Referral Unit – Janet Cronin, Library look at books – Marcus Stacey. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. January 9: In the driver’s seat at Sandown – Peter Watts, Bush walking camp – Tracey Walsh.royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. . May 1: Recreational update – Chris Headland, Did You Know – Malcolm Fraser, Information and Referral Unit update – Janet Cronin, Centenary of Federation march – Marlene Trujillo. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. April 3: Upcoming recreational programs – Chris Headland, Services to the Western District – Jane Rossiter, Volunteering in Fundraising – Graeme Miller, Centenary of Federation project – Damien Tyquin. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. January 30: Carols by Candlelight wrap up– Rhonda Cleveland, Back to School programs and reverse integration – Maree Littlepage. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. February 6: Recreation update – Chris Headland, Do You Know – Malcolm Fraser, Client newsletter and art exhibition – Janet Cronin, VisTech – Glen Morrow.royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. February 13: Water ski camp – Rae Christensen, Client reference groups – Katie Andrews.royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. March 20: Job Track program – Karen McKenzie, Early childhood services in rural and remote areas – Rob Last. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. March 27: Professional development seminars – Karen McKenzie, RVIB Bursary – Marie Younan. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. July 3: Recreation update – Chris Headland, Did You Know – Malcolm Fraser, What’s new at the Information and Referral Unit – Janet Cronin, Stepping Out program – Sean Tyrell. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. February 27: Refractive error – Cathy McCarty, Guide to the changes in the library – Pam Wansink. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. March 6: Recreational camps – Chris Headland, Did You Know – Malcolm Fraser, New exhibition – Janet Cronin, New technology – Jim Pipczak. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. March 13: Carpet bowls – Maureen Dawsett, Farewell to RVIB – David Blyth.royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. April 17: Research into the effects of diabetes on women’s lifestyle – Georgina Kelly, Changes to a Boorondara bylaw for shopfronts – Graeme Craig. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. April 24: RVIB Bursary – Dean Calder, Adjusting to living in Melbourne from Deniliquin – Terri Cameronroyal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. May 8: Challenges of motherhood – Julianne Pretner, Parenting children who are blind or have low vision – Sandy Mackevicius. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. May 15: Careers Counselling – Robyn McKenzie, RVIB bursary – Belinda Arnel. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. May 22: Wangaratta regional rehabilitation co-ordinator – Chris Ballantyne, New Braille note – Ramona Mandy. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. May 29: Melbourne Glaucoma Support group – Maureen Boyle, Merlyn Myer leadership award winner – Shae Skinner. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. June 12: Role of the Auxiliary – Bob Slater, Snow skiing – Alan Bates. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. June 19: CERA Lions Eye Health program – Jill Keith and Karen Bradshaw, Orientation and Mobility program – Mike Durink. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. . June 26: Update on library - Jane Evans, New recreational advisory group – Beth Johnston.royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. July 10: Crystal Clear play – Amanda Armstrong and David Miles, My life – Owen Middleton.royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. Interviewed by Bob May, with production by Tyler Simpson. In this undated episode, Executive Directory Ted Petersen speaks about his history at RVIB.royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows, e.e. (ted) petersen, oral history

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. January 25: Hume Regional office news – Julie Johnson, Carols by Candlelight wrap up – Rhonda Cleveland. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. July 17: National Diabetes Week – Anne Dickinson, Western region playgroup – Amanda Perrini. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. July 24: Industrial relations and enterprise bargaining – Martin Stewart, Planning giving and bequests – Ken Gilkinson.royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. August 14: Pre-literacy skills – Beth Glover, My path through Employment Services – Illona Harty.royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. August 21: Braille instruction – Kate Stephens, Farewell – Marita Dowity. royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows

Around the Institute was a weekly program designed to keep clients and staff informed of events, activities and thoughts relating to low vision and blindness. It consisted of interviews undertaken by Jo Matthews, with sound engineer Ed Gamble, designed to inform, educate and explore on a variety of topics. August 28: New Employment consultant – Robyn McKenzie and Ranmali, Undertaking a post-graduate course whilst volunteering at Burwood School – Bonny and Laupo from Botswana.royal victorian institute for the blind, radio shows