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Vision AustraliaPhotograph (item) - Image, Blind and vision impaired people at work
... Blind and vision impaired people at work...Employment is a key area that blind or vision impaired people are under-represented. These photographs were taken to demonstrate and provide examples of how blind and visually impaired workers can undertake skilled positions. ...Two coloured photographs of people with vision impairments working in skilled trades...A man in a workshop, with a large toolset on the wall, operates a machine. employment royal victorian institute for the blind Two coloured photographs of people with vision impairments working in skilled trades Blind and vision impaired people at work Photograph Image ...Employment is a key area that blind or vision impaired people are under-represented. These photographs were taken to demonstrate and provide examples of how blind and visually impaired workers can undertake skilled positions. A woman works at a switchboard, using an assistive device, whilst another woman sits beside her. A young man dressed in a blue coverall and goggles, uses a bandsaw to cut through an object, whilst another uses a circular saw to cut wood. A man in a workshop, with a large toolset on the wall, operates a machine.employment, royal victorian institute for the blind -
Vision AustraliaEducation kit - Object, Clear Direction: a guide to communicating with people who are blind and vision impaired, 2000
... Clear Direction: a guide to communicating with people who are blind and vision impaired...In order to expand the understanding of the general public, Vision Works - a division of RBS - produced this CD designed to offer sighted users the experiences that people had when undertaking a sighted guide course and when working with blind or vision impaired colleagues. "The information contained in this module will enable you to assist people who are blind and vision impaired whether they be customers, friends, relatives or anyone else you may come in contact with. ...PC CD-ROM: Windows 95/98/2000 The information contained in this module will enable you to assist people who are blind and vision impaired whether they be customers, friends, relatives or anyone else you may come in contact with. ...Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne In order to expand the understanding of the general public, Vision Works - a division of RBS - produced this CD designed to offer sighted users the experiences that people had when undertaking a sighted guide course and when working with blind or vision impaired colleagues. "The information contained in this module will enable you to assist people who are blind and vision impaired whether they be customers, friends, relatives or anyone else you may come in contact with. ...In order to expand the understanding of the general public, Vision Works - a division of RBS - produced this CD designed to offer sighted users the experiences that people had when undertaking a sighted guide course and when working with blind or vision impaired colleagues. "The information contained in this module will enable you to assist people who are blind and vision impaired whether they be customers, friends, relatives or anyone else you may come in contact with. This interactive educational package encourages users to work at their own pace to learn practical communication techniques; methods of providing effective customer service; and ways of developing the skills needed to safely guide a person who is blind or vision impaired. It also includes a game based on sighted guide techniques and evaluation questions designed for in-house training. This CD has been designed, based on the work of professional service providers at Royal Blind Society, a major blindness agency in Australia."1 CD-ROM with text and imagesPC CD-ROM: Windows 95/98/2000 The information contained in this module will enable you to assist people who are blind and vision impaired whether they be customers, friends, relatives or anyone else you may come in contact with. This interactive educational package encourages users to work at their own pace to learn practical communication techniques; methods of providing effective customer service; and ways of developing the skills needed to safely guide a person who is blind or vision impaired. It also includes a game based on sighted guide techniques and evaluation questions designed for in-house training. This CD has been designed, based on the work of professional service providers at Royal Blind Society, a major blindness agency in Australia.royal blind society of new south wales, education -
Vision AustraliaAward - Text, Inaugural World Championship for Vision Impaired Tenpin Bowling certificate of appreciation, 27 April 2002
... Inaugural World Championship for Vision Impaired Tenpin Bowling certificate of appreciation...Certificate reads "Awarded to Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind Ltd in recognition of their valuable contribution towards The Inaugural World Championships for Vision Impaired Tenpin Bowling, Helsinki Finland in June 2002." ...Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne Certificate reads "Awarded to Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind Ltd in recognition of their valuable contribution towards The Inaugural World Championships for Vision Impaired Tenpin Bowling, Helsinki Finland in June 2002." ...Certificate reads "Awarded to Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind Ltd in recognition of their valuable contribution towards The Inaugural World Championships for Vision Impaired Tenpin Bowling, Helsinki Finland in June 2002." Signed by Hazel Hockling, dated 27th April 2002.1 certificate with colour printingImage of a black bowling ball striking two white pins is located in the bottom left hand corner.royal victorian institute for the blind, recreation -
Vision AustraliaPhotograph (item) - Image, Blind and vision impaired people working on switchboards
... Blind and vision impaired people working on switchboards...Employment is a key area that blind or vision impaired people are under-represented. These photographs were taken to demonstrate and provide examples of how blind and visually impaired workers can undertake skilled positions as switchboard operators. ...Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne Employment is a key area that blind or vision impaired people are under-represented. These photographs were taken to demonstrate and provide examples of how blind and visually impaired workers can undertake skilled positions as switchboard operators. ...Employment is a key area that blind or vision impaired people are under-represented. These photographs were taken to demonstrate and provide examples of how blind and visually impaired workers can undertake skilled positions as switchboard operators. In the first image, a man wearing a headset sits behind a small switchboard and on the desk is a sign that reads "Please buzz for attention. Our receptionist/telephonist is blind". In a second image, two people sit at a desk. The woman uses a device to locate a key on the switchboard whilst wearing a headset. Beside her a man points to the key and holds a telephone receiver to his ear. In the third image, a seated man reaches forward to find a socket in the switchboard, with an audio jack attached to his finger. Beside the switchboard a man stands and holds his wrist, possibly guiding him.employment, royal victorian institute for the blind -
Vision AustraliaArticle - Text, Marg Lane: Guide, volunteer, advocate for the vision impaired by Peter Baker and Marjorie West
... Marg Lane: Guide, volunteer, advocate for the vision impaired by Peter Baker and Marjorie West...Elizabeth Maxwell Neil Maxwell Vision Australia Foundation Marjory Lane Summary update of Centenary Appeal 1 photocopied article on cut down A4 sized page Marg Lane: Guide, volunteer, advocate for the vision impaired by Peter Baker and Marjorie West Article Text ...Obituary of Marjory (Marg) Lane who passed away on March 27, 2001. The tribute, penned by her nephew Peter Baker and friend Marjory West, chronicle her early family life, experience as a student teacher, and lifetime involvement with the Guiding Association, volunteer service with 3RPH and helping establish Audio Description service for theatre goers. 1 photocopied article on cut down A4 sized pagenon-fictionelizabeth maxwell, neil maxwell, vision australia foundation, marjory lane -
Greensborough Historical SocietyNewspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Moiz on track for fun run, 08/03/2017
... ...vision impaired...Moiz Siddiqui is determined to knock off a 10km run and won’t let a vision-impaired diagnosis stand in his way. ...Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Moiz Siddiqui is determined to knock off a 10km run and won’t let a vision-impaired diagnosis stand in his way. moiz siddiqui vision impaired eltham leisure centre News article 1 page, black text, colour image. ...Moiz Siddiqui is determined to knock off a 10km run and won’t let a vision-impaired diagnosis stand in his way. News article 1 page, black text, colour image.moiz siddiqui, vision impaired, eltham leisure centre -
Vision AustraliaImage, Mrs Janet Conn, 1999
... "RVIB is grateful for Mrs Janet Conn for her generous support of our work with children who are blind or vision impaired. Mrs Conn's donation was made in loving memory of her late husband, Mr Charles Conn. ...RVIB is grateful for Mrs Janet Conn for her generous support of our work with children who are blind or vision impaired. Mrs Conn's donation was made in loving memory of her late husband, Mr Charles Conn. ...Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne "RVIB is grateful for Mrs Janet Conn for her generous support of our work with children who are blind or vision impaired. Mrs Conn's donation was made in loving memory of her late husband, Mr Charles Conn. ..."RVIB is grateful for Mrs Janet Conn for her generous support of our work with children who are blind or vision impaired. Mrs Conn's donation was made in loving memory of her late husband, Mr Charles Conn. June 1999." Beneath this script is the Braille text of the above. Digital image of plaque with writing and BrailleRVIB is grateful for Mrs Janet Conn for her generous support of our work with children who are blind or vision impaired. Mrs Conn's donation was made in loving memory of her late husband, Mr Charles Conn. June 1999.royal victorian institute for the blind, janet conn, rvib burwood school -
Vision AustraliaObject, Bequest Honour Board
... Many projects which provide invaluable assistance to children and adults who are blind or vision impaired have been funded by the generosity of the following people. ...Many projects which provide invaluable assistance to children and adults who are blind or vision impaired have been funded by the generosity of the following people. ...Many projects which provide invaluable assistance to children and adults who are blind or vision impaired have been funded by the generosity of the following people. ...Bequest Honour Board. Many projects which provide invaluable assistance to children and adults who are blind or vision impaired have been funded by the generosity of the following people. Mr Leslie John Beard. Mr Oriel John Grattan. Vica & Mitia Yavitch1 wooden tablet with 4 engraved gold coloured nameplatesBequest Honour Board. Many projects which provide invaluable assistance to children and adults who are blind or vision impaired have been funded by the generosity of the following people. Mr Leslie John Beard. Mr Oriel John Grattan. Vica & Mitia Yavitch.royal victorian institute for the blind, leslie beard, oriel grattan, vica & mitia yavitch -
Linton and District Historical Society IncBadge, For Those Who Cannot See, June 1921
... ...Vision Impaired...Linton and District Historical Society Inc 69 Sussex Street Linton 3360 goldfields Badges Fundraising Vision Impaired Text: ' FOR THOSE WHO CANNOT SEE, JUNE 1921. ' Orange, yellow and brown circular badge. ...Orange, yellow and brown circular badge.Text: ' FOR THOSE WHO CANNOT SEE, JUNE 1921. 'badges, fundraising, vision impaired -
Vision AustraliaPlaque - Object, John Wilson award - Maxwell, 1980
... Vision Australia Foundation John Wilson Award for sustained devotion and personal contribution to people who are blind or vision impaired Neil and Elizabeth Maxwell 6 October 2000...Association for the Blind Neil Maxwell Elizabeth Maxwell Vision Australia Foundation John Wilson Award for sustained devotion and personal contribution to people who are blind or vision impaired Neil and Elizabeth Maxwell 6 October 2000 1 wooden block with two metal inserts John Wilson award - Maxwell Plaque Object ...From 1979, the John Wilson Award was awarded to individuals who made a significant difference to the lives of those around them. In 2000 it was presented to Neil and Elizabeth Maxwell who have contributed over 40 years of service to blind sports (cricket, bowls, swish), governance (with various auxiliary and council positions), fundraising and public awareness.1 wooden block with two metal insertsVision Australia Foundation John Wilson Award for sustained devotion and personal contribution to people who are blind or vision impaired Neil and Elizabeth Maxwell 6 October 2000association for the blind, neil maxwell, elizabeth maxwell -
Vision AustraliaPamphlet - Text, The Kooyong story: Fifty years of service to the blind, Golden jubilee 1928-1978, 1978
... Brief overview of the establishment of a blind cricket ground at Kooyong and growth of services for blind and vision impaired by the Association for the Blind....Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne Brief overview of the establishment of a blind cricket ground at Kooyong and growth of services for blind and vision impaired by the Association for the Blind. ...Brief overview of the establishment of a blind cricket ground at Kooyong and growth of services for blind and vision impaired by the Association for the Blind.16 pages of text and illustrationsassociation for the blind, victorian blind cricket association -
Vision AustraliaFunctional object - Object, Pop Coin Minverose Limited, Coin holder, 1983
... This coin holder has five holes for holding coins, and was designed to assist vision impaired people to store and find coins....Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne This coin holder has five holes for holding coins, and was designed to assist vision impaired people to store and find coins. ...This coin holder has five holes for holding coins, and was designed to assist vision impaired people to store and find coins.1 black pentagonal shaped coin holderPop Coinassistive devices, equipment -
Vision AustraliaFunctional object - Object, Jumbo remote
... This jumbo remote features large, soft, 2.5 cm buttons and white writing on black backgrounds designed for easy use by the vision impaired. ...Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne This jumbo remote features large, soft, 2.5 cm buttons and white writing on black backgrounds designed for easy use by the vision impaired. Assistive devices Dynalink 'Dynalink A0977' 1 jumbo silver and black remote Jumbo remote Functional object Object ...This jumbo remote features large, soft, 2.5 cm buttons and white writing on black backgrounds designed for easy use by the vision impaired. 1 jumbo silver and black remote 'Dynalink A0977'assistive devices, dynalink -
Vision AustraliaArticle - Text, Braille on the bill by Claudelle Shaw
... Newspaper article about Neil Maxwell and the need for Yarra Valley Water to provide Braille water bills for residents who are vision impaired....Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne Newspaper article about Neil Maxwell and the need for Yarra Valley Water to provide Braille water bills for residents who are vision impaired. Elizabeth Maxwell Neil Maxwell Yarra Valley Water Advocacy Summary update of Centenary Appeal 1 article photocopied from a newspaper Braille on the bill by Claudelle Shaw Article Text ...Newspaper article about Neil Maxwell and the need for Yarra Valley Water to provide Braille water bills for residents who are vision impaired.1 article photocopied from a newspapernon-fictionelizabeth maxwell, neil maxwell, yarra valley water, advocacy -
Vision AustraliaBook - Text, Basil Shaw, Vision Queensland, QBIC and the Queensland Industrial Institution for the Blind : a history, 1883-1999 by Basil Shaw, 1999
... Brief outline of the development of services to blind and vision impaired Queenslanders since 1883, with more focus on the changes that occurred in the last 20 years....Brief outline of the development of services to blind and vision impaired Queenslanders since 1883, with more focus on the changes that occurred in the last 20 years. ...Brief outline of the development of services to blind and vision impaired Queenslanders since 1883, with more focus on the changes that occurred in the last 20 years.65 pages with illustrations on development of servicesvision queensland, qbic industries, queensland industrial institute for the blind, john puttick, santo santoro -
Vision AustraliaPlaque - Object, Tree of Life plaque, 2004
... "This 'Tree of Life' is dedicated to the memory of Mercy Dickinson who some thirty years ago had an inspiration to form the Blind & Vision Impaired Pottery Group. Mercy's contribution to the Blind & Vision Impaired Community is symbolised by the tree and it's branches, which are forever blossoming and showing new growth. ...Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne "This 'Tree of Life' is dedicated to the memory of Mercy Dickinson who some thirty years ago had an inspiration to form the Blind & Vision Impaired Pottery Group. Mercy's contribution to the Blind & Vision Impaired Community is symbolised by the tree and it's branches, which are forever blossoming and showing new growth. ..."This 'Tree of Life' is dedicated to the memory of Mercy Dickinson who some thirty years ago had an inspiration to form the Blind & Vision Impaired Pottery Group. Mercy's contribution to the Blind & Vision Impaired Community is symbolised by the tree and it's branches, which are forever blossoming and showing new growth. This Plaque was officially unveiled by the Hon Matt Foley Minister for Employment, Training & Youth and Minister for the Arts. 3rd February 2004"1 metal plate framed by woodRBF (with braille lettering below) Royal Blind Foundation Queensland "Tree of Life"royal blind foundation of queensland, mercy dickinson -
Vision AustraliaPamphlet - Text, Glen Waverley Bowls Club (Inc.) Club Newsletter June 2002 Indoor Bias Bowls Section
... Small article on the Regional Vision Impaired Finals which were held at the Glen Waverley Bowls Club on the 17th and the State finals on the 24th of May 2002....Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne Small article on the Regional Vision Impaired Finals which were held at the Glen Waverley Bowls Club on the 17th and the State finals on the 24th of May 2002. ...Small article on the Regional Vision Impaired Finals which were held at the Glen Waverley Bowls Club on the 17th and the State finals on the 24th of May 2002.1 double sided page folded in halfnon-fictionelizabeth maxwell, neil maxwell, blind bowls victoria -
Vision AustraliaPlaque - Object, John Wicking Wing, 1996
... This building recognises the outstanding contribution by J O Wicking AM President of the Association for the Blind 1972-1984 and long time friend of blind and vision impaired people throughout Victoria....This building recognises the outstanding contribution by J O Wicking AM President of the Association for the Blind 1972-1984 and long time friend of blind and vision impaired people throughout Victoria. 1 round metal plate with raised inscription John Wicking Wing Plaque Object ...Constructed in 1996, the new wing at Elanora Nursing Home was named after John Wicking, President of the Association for the Blind for over 10 years, and a strong supporter of the Association and it's work.1 round metal plate with raised inscriptionThis plaque commemorates the turning of the first sod in the construction of the John Wicking Wing, 21st October 1996. This building recognises the outstanding contribution by J O Wicking AM President of the Association for the Blind 1972-1984 and long time friend of blind and vision impaired people throughout Victoria.association for the blind, john wicking, elanora home (brighton), nameplates -
Vision AustraliaEquipment - Object, Apple, Apple IIe personal computer, c. 1983
... The Apple IIe was one of the first computers to become popular among blind and vision-impaired users due to its Textalker screen reader and Echo II synthesizer....Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne The Apple IIe was one of the first computers to become popular among blind and vision-impaired users due to its Textalker screen reader and Echo II synthesizer. audio equipment Assistive devices Beige plastic CPU and keyboard Apple IIe personal computer Equipment Object Apple ...The Apple IIe was one of the first computers to become popular among blind and vision-impaired users due to its Textalker screen reader and Echo II synthesizer.Beige plastic CPU and keyboard audio equipment, assistive devices -
Vision AustraliaPhotograph - Image, Robin Pleydell with female staff member and client
... Robin Pleydell looks on as an AFB worker reads from a Braille volume whilst sitting in front of a computer, and also with a vision impaired older woman working on a piece of pottery....Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne Robin Pleydell looks on as an AFB worker reads from a Braille volume whilst sitting in front of a computer, and also with a vision impaired older woman working on a piece of pottery. ...Robin Pleydell looks on as an AFB worker reads from a Braille volume whilst sitting in front of a computer, and also with a vision impaired older woman working on a piece of pottery.Col. transparencies of Robin Pleydell in a pottery class and at a workdesk.association for the blind, robin pleydell -
Vision AustraliaPainting - Artwork, John Balmain, Janet and John Wicking, 1985-2000
... Framed portraits of Janet and John Wicking, whose combined talents and passion, helped the Association for the Blind expand services and operations to reach more Victorians who were blind or had a vision impairment. ...Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne Framed portraits of Janet and John Wicking, whose combined talents and passion, helped the Association for the Blind expand services and operations to reach more Victorians who were blind or had a vision impairment. Association for the Blind Janet Wicking John Wicking Artwork 2 art originals in gold painted frames Janet and John Wicking Painting Artwork John Balmain ...Framed portraits of Janet and John Wicking, whose combined talents and passion, helped the Association for the Blind expand services and operations to reach more Victorians who were blind or had a vision impairment. 2 art originals in gold painted framesassociation for the blind, janet wicking, john wicking, artwork -
Vision AustraliaPhotograph - Image, 2008 Orientation and Mobility Graduates, 5/12/2008
... Six graduands with their Graduate Certificate in Vision Impairment (Orientation and Mobility). Back row: Peter Merrick, Darius Krzeminski, Paul Hartley. ...Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne Six graduands with their Graduate Certificate in Vision Impairment (Orientation and Mobility). Back row: Peter Merrick, Darius Krzeminski, Paul Hartley. ...Six graduands with their Graduate Certificate in Vision Impairment (Orientation and Mobility). Back row: Peter Merrick, Darius Krzeminski, Paul Hartley. Front row: Gillian True, Katherine Wallace, Stacey Meade.Coloured photograph of six people holding certificates with another personvision australia, orientation and mobility, peter merrick, darius krzeminski, paul hartley, gillian true, katherine wallace, stacey meade -
Vision AustraliaImage, 15/10/1979
... The RAAF band played and a square dance exhibition was held by vision impaired dancers in Bourke Street. ...Announced by Premier Hamer, onlookers were invited to learn more about the various societies in Victoria that assisted the blind and vision impaired. Barry Humphries was the guest of honour, and spoke with a small group before venturing out with his own white cane to test out Melbourne’s wet streets. ...October 15, 1979 was the very first publicly proclaimed White Cane Day in Victoria. Announced by Premier Hamer, onlookers were invited to learn more about the various societies in Victoria that assisted the blind and vision impaired. Barry Humphries was the guest of honour, and spoke with a small group before venturing out with his own white cane to test out Melbourne’s wet streets. Caravans were set up along Swanston Street to distribute information. The RAAF band played and a square dance exhibition was held by vision impaired dancers in Bourke Street. 13 B/W photographs w/ 20 negatives and 23 col. negativesOn the back of BRIP381.11 is a partially erased pencil description 'Kathy Zwald' and 'Doris Nothling".white cane day, barry humphries, doris nothling, kathy zwald -
Vision AustraliaMedal - Object, Helen Keller medallion, 1980
... Produced by Lions International to commemorate the 100 years since the birth of Helen Keller, who was a pioneer in changing attitudes and rallying support for the blind and vision impaired community in the United States of America, as well as around the world....Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne Produced by Lions International to commemorate the 100 years since the birth of Helen Keller, who was a pioneer in changing attitudes and rallying support for the blind and vision impaired community in the United States of America, as well as around the world. collectibles Medals Helen Keller in profile with the words 'Helen Keller Centennial 1880-1980' on front side. ...Produced by Lions International to commemorate the 100 years since the birth of Helen Keller, who was a pioneer in changing attitudes and rallying support for the blind and vision impaired community in the United States of America, as well as around the world.Silver medallion with profile of short-haired woman turned to the leftHelen Keller in profile with the words 'Helen Keller Centennial 1880-1980' on front side. "While they were saying among themselves it can not be done it was done' - Helen Keller (script on back) collectibles, medals -
Vision AustraliaFunctional object - Object, Autofold Incorporated, White cane with walking stick handle
... Cane is thick with walking stick handle to support weight as well as be an identification that the person using it is blind or vision impaired. It is white with a red tip on the lower part of the cane, a rubber grip on end and brown plastic handle....Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne Cane is thick with walking stick handle to support weight as well as be an identification that the person using it is blind or vision impaired. It is white with a red tip on the lower part of the cane, a rubber grip on end and brown plastic handle. ...Cane is thick with walking stick handle to support weight as well as be an identification that the person using it is blind or vision impaired. It is white with a red tip on the lower part of the cane, a rubber grip on end and brown plastic handle.4 metal/plastic pieces joined together with an elasticized cordassistive devices, orientation and mobility -
Vision AustraliaPainting - Artwork, Portrait of Elsie Henderson, 1977
... Sadly Elsie passed away in 1976, but her contribution to people who are blind or vision impaired continues to be an inspiration for all. ...Sadly Elsie passed away in 1976, but her contribution to people who are blind or vision impaired continues to be an inspiration for all. ...From 1934 until the 1960s Elsie Henderson worked at the Association for the Blind as a home visitor for women who were blind or vision impaired. Blind herself, Ms Henderson had 300 women on her visitation list and would visit three to four women daily. In the 1950s Elsie began to make visits to people who were blind or vision impaired in Geelong and surrounds, providing our first services in the region. During a visit Elsie would talk to her clients, offering her assistance and training in daily living skills whilst her guide would note conditions in the house and help with any necessary housework. Sadly Elsie passed away in 1976, but her contribution to people who are blind or vision impaired continues to be an inspiration for all. In this portrait, she wears a mid-blue jacket with a floral shirt, pearl necklace and her MBE attached to her jacket. This painting hung in the former Kooyong Day Centre until it was demolished in 1999.1 art original in frameelsie henderson, association for the blind -
Vision AustraliaText, Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind Burwood register, 1977-1989
... Young clients with vision impairment or blindness require various types of educational support. ...Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne Young clients with vision impairment or blindness require various types of educational support. ...Young clients with vision impairment or blindness require various types of educational support. This register provides listings of the name, address, date of birth, H.O.D. date, referred by whom, diagnosis and assessment programme recommended by the RVIB Visiting Teachers.1 v.rvib burwood school -
Vision AustraliaEquipment - Object, Robotron Pty Ltd, Eureka A4 electronic secretary, 1990s
... It attached to the PC and allowed blind and vision impaired people to utilise screen orientated programs. ...It attached to the PC and allowed blind and vision impaired people to utilise screen orientated programs. ...The Eureka A4 was invented in Melbourne by Milan Hudacek, and designed to capitalise on the growth of IBM PCs. It attached to the PC and allowed blind and vision impaired people to utilise screen orientated programs. It had a sockets for telephone lines, a Braille keyboard, an inbuilt disk drive, speed and volume controls as as well outlets for data ports and headphones. The Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind (now a part of Vision Australia) received both the Eureka Award and the Qantas Rolls Royce Award in 1990 for its participation in the development and promotion of the Eureka A4 computer. It was the first computer of its kind, designed specifically for people who are blind or vision impaired.1 black rectangular box with grey and orange keys with advertising leafletSerial no: 1897braille equipment, assistive devices, milan hudacek -
Vision AustraliaArticle - Text, Hedge fight off by Mike Bruce
... Newspaper article about complaints raised by a lobby group regarding 90 hedges that overhung footpaths and were dangerous for the vision impaired. Council implemented a new policy and the group dropped its equal opportunity complaint against Stonnington Council....Vision Australia 454 Glenferrie Road Kooyong melbourne Newspaper article about complaints raised by a lobby group regarding 90 hedges that overhung footpaths and were dangerous for the vision impaired. Council implemented a new policy and the group dropped its equal opportunity complaint against Stonnington Council. ...Newspaper article about complaints raised by a lobby group regarding 90 hedges that overhung footpaths and were dangerous for the vision impaired. Council implemented a new policy and the group dropped its equal opportunity complaint against Stonnington Council.1 newspaper article cut from a newspapernon-fictionelizabeth maxwell, neil maxwell, stonnington council, advocacy -
Vision AustraliaCertificate - Text, VAF Certificate of Appreciation - May 1999, May 1999
... "Presented to Kelaston Ladies Auxiliary/Centre Committee Bendigo in grateful recognition of their generous support of blind and vision impaired people at the Kelaston/Mirridong Centre, May 1999". ..."Presented to Kelaston Ladies Auxiliary/Centre Committee Bendigo in grateful recognition of their generous support of blind and vision impaired people at the Kelaston/Mirridong Centre, May 1999". ..."Presented to Kelaston Ladies Auxiliary/Centre Committee Bendigo in grateful recognition of their generous support of blind and vision impaired people at the Kelaston/Mirridong Centre, May 1999". Signed by John Cook (Chief Executive Officer) and John Moule (President)2 cream coloured sheets with blue and black writingVision Australia Foundation eye logo in top left hand cornervision australia foundation, kelaston home (ballarat), auxiliaries
