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Vision Australia
Image, Association for the Blind
... Association for the Blind...association for the blind...Copper coloured sign for the Association for the Blind...Association for the Blind...Vision Australia Image Association for the Blind Digital ...Copper coloured sign for the Association for the Blind. Most likely used in the later 1990s and removed from the wall during the name change to Vision Australia Foundation.Digital imageAssociation for the Blindassociation for the blind -
Vision Australia
Image, Association for the Blind on wooden board
... Association for the Blind on wooden board...association for the blind... Association for the Blind symbol of a square (filled...Association for the Blind...Vision Australia Image Association for the Blind on wooden ...Association for the Blind symbol of a square (filled with horizontal lines crossed by two diagonal lines), in black and blue and a circle in the middle with lines inside it on a white background sits to the left of the block. An outline image of the Vision Resource Centre at Kooyong in bronze is to the right of the plaque. It also has the AFB symbol and the words Association for the Blind above and below the symbol. It is unknown where this plaque was located.1 digital imageAssociation for the Blindassociation for the blind -
Vision Australia
Object, Association for the Blind acrylic sign
... Association for the Blind acrylic sign...association for the blind...In 1994 the Association for the Blind began to use...Association for the Blind New Beginnings...Vision Australia Object Association for the Blind acrylic ...In 1994 the Association for the Blind began to use the phrase 'New beginnings' to signify a shift in the way that work was undertaken. Some new signage was created with this in mind, and this sign has 'New beginnings' and the Association for the Blind symbol of a square (filled with horizontal lines crossed by two diagonal lines), in black and blue and a circle in the middle with lines inside it. 1 plastic sign with AFB logoAssociation for the Blind New Beginningsassociation for the blind -
Vision Australia
Object, Association for the Blind purple support badge, 1980s
... Association for the Blind purple support badge...association for the blind...Purple badge with white lettering 'Association...Association for the Blind ...Vision Australia Object Association for the Blind purple ...Purple badge with white lettering 'Association for the Blind' around the outer edge, and a white cane in the middle. These badges were designed to raise some funds for the Association as well as raise awareness among the general public. It has a white sticker on the back '20c'.Round purple badge with white writingAssociation for the Blind badges, association for the blind -
Vision Australia
Object, Association for the Blind white cane badge, 1980s?
... Association for the Blind white cane badge...association for the blind... 'Association for the Blind' written around the edge. The final word...Association for the Blind...Vision Australia Object Association for the Blind white ...A white cane on a lime green background with the words 'Association for the Blind' written around the edge. The final word is in larger print and on the back of the badges is the price of the badge: 20c. Badges were a way of raising both funds and awareness for many blindness organisations.1 metal pin with white cane on lime backgroundAssociation for the Blindwhite cane day, badges, association for the blind -
Vision Australia
Sign - Image, Street sign for the Association for the Blind
... Street sign for the Association for the Blind...association for the blind... direction the Association for the Blind was located....Association for the Blind Centre...Image Sign Street sign for the Association for the Blind ...A metal street sign with a black background and white writing and a white pointing tip at the end, indicating which direction the Association for the Blind was located.Black and white road signAssociation for the Blind Centreassociation for the blind, nameplates -
Vision Australia
Object, Association for the Blind Century Club badge
... Association for the Blind Century Club badge...association for the blind... the symbol and "Association for the Blind" around the top two-thirds...Association for the Blind Century Club...Vision Australia Object Association for the Blind Century ...A pin honouring Century Club members of the Association for the Blind. It has the guiding light symbol, with dark blue 'wings', on a cream coloured background. The words 'Century Club' are below the symbol and "Association for the Blind" around the top two-thirds of the symbol in gold lettering. 1 metal pin with gold writing and Guiding Light symbolAssociation for the Blind Century Clubassociation for the blind, badges -
Vision Australia
Object, Association for the Blind honorary service pin, 1970-1985
... Association for the Blind honorary service pin...association for the blind... by the Association for the Blind. These consisted of the Association...Association for the Blind Honorary Service...Vision Australia Object Association for the Blind honorary ...To recognise volunteers, lapel pins were struck by the Association for the Blind. These consisted of the Association for the Blind symbol of a Guiding Light (a round circle with two uneven triangles either side and a single line passing either side of the circle), in gold against various backgrounds. Around the outside in gold lettering is written 'Association for the Blind' and 'Honorary Service' on a a royal blue background. Metal pin with Guiding Light image and writingAssociation for the Blind Honorary Serviceassociation for the blind, badges -
Vision Australia
Object, Association for the Blind printed volunteer badge, 1980-1990s
... Association for the Blind printed volunteer badge...association for the blind... to the words 'Association for the Blind', a space underneath...Association for the Blind Volunteer ...Vision Australia Object Association for the Blind printed ...With numbers increasing, the AFB began printing their own paper badges rather than relying on metal ones. The blank template could then be modified with a name, if desired. In this example, a laminted card is attached to a metal and plastic clip. The front of the badge has the guiding light symbol next to the words 'Association for the Blind', a space underneath and then 'Volunteer' at the bottom of the card.Large badge with yellow background and black writingAssociation for the Blind Volunteer badges, association for the blind -
Vision Australia
Photograph (Item), Association for the Blind New Beginnings sign, 1994-1998
... Association for the Blind New Beginnings sign...association for the blind... : "ASSOCIATION / FOR THE BLIND / NEW BEGINNINGS." The New Beginnings...Association for the Blind New Beginnings...Vision Australia Photograph Association for the Blind New ...Blue perspex sign, rectangular in shape, with white adhesive printing. The Association's symbol of the stylised Guiding Light is in the top left hand side. Marked: Front of sign : "ASSOCIATION / FOR THE BLIND / NEW BEGINNINGS." The New Beginnings trademark was used from 1994 until 1999, to signify the changes that the organisation was going through. In 1999/2000, the organisation was renamed Vision Australia Foundation.association for the blind, signs and signboards -
Vision Australia
Object, Association for the Blind Centenary [silver medallion], 1995
... Association for the Blind Centenary [silver medallion]...association for the blind...In 1995, the Association for the Blind celebrated it's...Box - Association for the Blind centenary, 100, 1895-1995...Vision Australia Object Association for the Blind Centenary ...In 1995, the Association for the Blind celebrated it's centenary with the release of a silver coloured medallion that was available for purchase. On the front is a cameo of a woman wearing a pendant and an old fashioned ruffled blouse. Around the outside is written 'Tilly Aston' and '1873-1947' . On the reverse is brailled 'They're sowing the tiny seeds of action!' on the outer rim and in the middle is the figure '100' with a small spray of laurel each side. Beneath this are the words 'Association for the Blind Centenary 1995'. The medallion is inset to a blue velour box, with a white lining on the lid and a round circle in gold with 'Association for the Blind Centenary', '100' and '1895-1995'. A small yellow paper leaflet briefly describes the setting up of the Association for the Advancement of the Blind by Tilly Aston. Silver coloured medallion with illustrations, in box with accompanying leafletBox - Association for the Blind centenary, 100, 1895-1995association for the blind -
Vision Australia
Object, Association for the Blind Centenary [gold medallion], 1995
... Association for the Blind Centenary [gold medallion]...association for the blind...In 1995, the Association for the Blind celebrated it's...Box - Association for the Blind centenary, 100, 1895-1995...Vision Australia Object Association for the Blind Centenary ...In 1995, the Association for the Blind celebrated it's centenary with the release of a gold coloured medallion that was available for purchase. On the front is a cameo of a woman wearing a pendant and an old fashioned ruffled blouse. Around the outside is written 'Tilly Aston' and '1873-1947' . On the reverse is brailled 'They're sowing the tiny seeds of action!' on the outer rim and in the middle is the figure '100' with a small spray of laurel each side. Beneath this are the words 'Association for the Blind Centenary 1995'. The medallion is inset to a blue velour box, with a white lining on the lid and a round circle in gold with 'Association for the Blind Centenary', '100' and '1895-1995'. A small yellow paper leaflet briefly describes the setting up of the Association for the Advancement of the Blind by Tilly Aston. Gold coloured medallion with illustrations, in box with accompanying leafletBox - Association for the Blind centenary, 100, 1895-1995association for the blind -
Vision Australia
Object, Association for the Blind Centenary [bronze medallion], 1995
... Association for the Blind Centenary [bronze medallion]...association for the blind...In 1995, the Association for the Blind celebrated it's...Box - Association for the Blind centenary, 100, 1895-1995...Vision Australia Object Association for the Blind Centenary ...In 1995, the Association for the Blind celebrated it's centenary with the release of a bronze coloured medallion that was available for purchase. On the front is a cameo of a woman wearing a pendant and an old fashioned ruffled blouse. Around the outside is written 'Tilly Aston' and '1873-1947' . On the reverse is brailled 'They're sowing the tiny seeds of action!' on the outer rim and in the middle is the figure '100' with a small spray of laurel each side. Beneath this are the words 'Association for the Blind Centenary 1995'. The medallion is inset to a blue velour box, with a white lining on the lid and a round circle in gold with 'Association for the Blind Centenary', '100' and '1895-1995'. A small yellow paper leaflet briefly describes the setting up of the Association for the Advancement of the Blind by Tilly Aston. Bronze coloured medallion with illustrations, in box with accompanying leafletBox - Association for the Blind centenary, 100, 1895-1995association for the blind -
Vision Australia
Image, Association for the Blind : Volunteer Area Leader
... Association for the Blind : Volunteer Area Leader...association for the blind..., the Association for the Blind presented wooden shields as mark...Association for the Blind Presented...Vision Australia Image Association for the Blind ...To celebrate the work undertaken by various members, the Association for the Blind presented wooden shields as mark of recognition and respect. Glenis Pitson 1996-1999 John Lodge 1997-1998Wooden shield with engraved gold and blue coloured plateAssociation for the Blind Presented to .... for distinguished service as Volunteer Area Leader 19... - 19 ..association for the blind -
Vision Australia
Object, Association for the Blind Centenary: Tom Dery, 1997
... Association for the Blind Centenary: Tom Dery...association for the blind... on the Centenary Appeal, the Association for the Blind presented wooden...Association for the Blind Centenary. Tom Dery...Vision Australia Object Association for the Blind Centenary ...To celebrate the work undertaken by various members on the Centenary Appeal, the Association for the Blind presented wooden shields as mark of recognition and respect.Wooden shield with engraved gold and blue coloured plateAssociation for the Blind Centenary. Tom Dery. In appreciation of your support as Vice President of the successful $7.5M Centenary appeal 1994-1997.association for the blind -
Vision Australia
Object, Association for the Blind Mrs Kath Martini/Kooyong badge, 1980-1995
... Association for the Blind Mrs Kath Martini/Kooyong badge...association for the blind...Cream badge with black lettering 'Association for the Blind...Association for the Blind Mrs Kath Martini Kooyong...Vision Australia Object Association for the Blind Mrs Kath ...Cream badge with black lettering 'Association for the Blind' around the upper edge, 'Mrs Kath Martini' in larger font in middle, and 'Kooyong' on the lower edge.Round cream badge with black writingAssociation for the Blind Mrs Kath Martini Kooyongbadges, association for the blind