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17/09/2025

n this best of our weekly radio show, Vision Sports brings you all the latest in local, national and international sports news. Join John, Matt and special guests as they discuss the world of sport within their 60 minute Vision Sports program, which aired September 13, 2025.

In this best of our weekly radio show, Vision Sports brings you all the latest in local, national and international sports news. Join John, Matt and special guests as they discuss the world of sport within their 60 minute Vision Sports program, which aired September 13, 2025. Vision Sports can be he...

17/09/2025

Lizzie Eastham and Sam Rickard present Studio 1 - Vision Australia Radio’s weekly look at life from a low vision and blind point of view.

On this week’s show

“Recipe for Disaster”

In an attempt to corner the market in Reality Cooking Radio shows, Studio 1 presents a pilot episode for “Recipe for Disaster”

Heidi and Lizzie are not the main cooks in their respective households, so the challenge is on – can they prepare a meal using the “Scales Away” cookbook from the National Women's Branch of BCA? Will the results be edible?

Join us as we explore life in the kitchen from a Vision Impaired and Blind point of view!

Studio 1 welcomes any input from our listeners. If you have any experience or thoughts about issues covered in this episode or believe there is something we should be talking about.

You may also be interested in joining our choir of angels and telling your story.

EMAIL: [email protected] or leave comment below.

A special thank you to Steven and Heidi. Also thank you to Kate Cooper for her introduction and special thanks to the National Women’s Branch of Blind Citizens Australia for “Scales Away”

This program was made possible with support from the Community Broadcasting Foundation. Find out more at https://cbf.org.au/

(Note: the pictures in the podcast photo may not actually represent the finished product)

Lizzie Eastham and Sam Rickard present Studio 1 - Vision Australia Radio’s weekly look at life from a low vision and blind point of view. On this week’s show “Recipe for Disaster” In an attempt to corner the market in Reality Cooking Radio shows, Studio 1 presents a pilot episode for “Reci...

15/09/2025

⏰ Just 3 days left! ⏰

Don’t miss your chance to celebrate the incredible achievements of blind and vision impaired Australians. Vision Australia Radio proudly supports the Blind Australian of the Year Awards – nominate someone inspiring today!

🏆 Nominations are open across three categories, but close 19 September at 11:59pm.

Submit your nomination here 👉 https://blindaustralianoftheyear.com.au/nominate/

Find out more 👉 https://blindaustralianoftheyear.com.au/faqs/

Let’s shine a light on those making a difference – nominate now! 🌟

15/09/2025

Jeremy Moses chats with Peter Greco about his upcoming show at this year's Melbourne Comedy Festival. The show is available with audio description; tactile tour; and there is a relaxed show. October 8-12, Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Evatt Room.

Jeremy Moses chats with Peter Greco about his upcoming show at this year's Melbourne Comedy Festival. The show is available with audio description; tactile tour; and there is a relaxed show. October 8-12, Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Evatt Room. More info: Jeremy Moses is “HARD TO WORK WITH". Or ca...

15/09/2025

What’s been happening in WA, and what makes Totally Lit Fremantle Festival so unique? Which author is diving into crime fiction with her eighth novel? Which beloved Australian writer is taking a road trip into her own past? And which short film festival celebrating ability is back for its 17th year?

Find out the answers and more on this week’s edition of Behind the Scenes with Chris Thompson!

🎧 Catch our show times at VARadio.org

📱 Or listen anytime—just search Vision Australia Radio Behind the Scenes wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode! This weeks podcast will be live by Tuesday evening :)

15/09/2025

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:

* Matthew Brumby, Bi-Athlon competitor, chatted about Matty's preparation this Australian winter; the northern winter plans and goal of representing Australia in Cortina in Italy next year.
* Jacob Palkovics, Captain of the Kilburn football Club “The Chicks”, relived the exciting finish to the 2025 APM employment League Grand Final.
* Reggie Bird, star of Big Brother; I'm a Celebrity; and host on the Red Carpet for the Blind Australian of the year gala evening, encouraged nominations for this year's awards.
* Chelsea Marchetti, physiotherapist from the Flipper Academy, spoke about the rehabilitation following a knee replacement.
Andrew Davies, Team Manager at See Differently's Assistive Technology Services, invited all to Tech Fest, October 9th at U City in Franklin Street.
* Andrew Veigel, kidney transplant recipient, has just returned from the World Transplant Games in Dresden in Germany. Andrew talked about his experiences, also shared passionately news on how you can become an organ donor.
* Shannon Hutchins, Manager for Hospitality Services at Resthaven, chatted about Shannon's role, the nutritional options available and the Maggie Beer Foundation Program.
* Alexandra Morse, director of Music is Therapy and Registered Music Therapist, responded to health economist Dr Stephen Duckett's Independent review of NDIS funded music and art supports,

Podcast Notes Available Monday

15/09/2025

⏰ Time is running out! ⏰
Vision Australia Radio is proud to support the Blind Australian of the Year Awards. Celebrate and recognise the incredible achievements of blind and vision impaired Australians by nominating someone inspiring today!
🏆 Nominations are open across three categories, but hurry – nominations close 19 September at 11:59pm!
Submit your nomination here 👉 https://blindaustralianoftheyear.com.au/nominate/
Find out more 👉 https://blindaustralianoftheyear.com.au/faqs/
Let’s shine a light on those making a difference – nominate now! 🌟

12/09/2025

📻 This Sunday on People in Profile

This weekend, People in Profile takes a closer look at Hugh de Kretser, President of the Australian Human Rights Commission.

Through selected readings from articles in print and online, the program explores some of the challenges facing the Commission in a time of division and debate.

In making this content accessible, People in Profile ensures that people who are blind, have low vision, or a print disability can stay connected with the issues and individuals shaping Australia today.

🔊 Tune in this Sunday on Vision Australia Radio.

11/09/2025

On FOCAL POINT:

* Alex Andre chatted about fencing, a sport - martial arts, now being made accessible for people who are blind or have low vision. Details under Resources in Podcast Notes.
* Rebecca Young, CEO for access 2 Arts, spoke about audio described shows coming up, live and online. Rebecca also responded to the Artists at Work Taskforce report.
* Justine Crawford and Cassie Hames, from the Achilles runners club in Adelaide, shared news on their preparation along - with a number of other athletes - for taking part in the City to Bay event, 21st September.
* Jeremy Moses invited all to his show at this year's Melbourne Comedy Festival - with audio description; tactile tour; and there is a relaxed show. More details under Resources in podcast Notes.

On FOCAL POINT: Alex Andre chatted about fencing, a sport - martial arts, now being made accessible for people who are blind or have low vision. Details under Resources in Podcast Notes. Rebecca Young, CEO for access 2 Arts, spoke about audio described shows coming up, live and online. Rebecca also....

11/09/2025

🎧 Listening should be easy for everyone.

At Vision Australia Radio, we’re passionate about creating accessible audio for people who are blind, have low vision, or a print disability — and we make it simple for anyone to tune in:

📻 AM/FM or DAB+ in your local area
💻 Stream live from anywhere at varadio.org
🗣️ Just ask your smart speaker: “Play Vision Australia Radio”
🎙️ Prefer podcasts? Catch your favourite programs on demand, wherever you get your podcasts.

From news and interviews to community stories and specialist content, we’re here to inform, entertain, and include.

👉 Learn more at varadio.org/waystolisten

10/09/2025

🎭🎶 Arts, culture and stories you won’t want to miss!

This week on Behind the Scenes with Chris Thompson:
✨ Our Adelaide correspondent shares the latest news
✨ A retro vocal group marks 10 years in Shepparton
✨ A national treasure returns to the stage in a Daniel Keene play
✨ A disability arts organisation opens its doors again
✨ Plus, a new song supporting R U OK? Day

🎧 Listen anytime, anywhere — just search Vision Australia Radio Behind the Scenes wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe today so you never miss an episode!

10/09/2025

Lizzie Eastham and Sam Rickard present Studio 1 - Vision Australia Radio’s weekly look at life from a low vision and blind point of view.

On this week’s show
“What’s the point in travelling if you can’t see?”

Lizzie and Sam are packing their bags; stocking up on the travel sickness medication and heading back out on the road.

Studio 1’s choir of angels once more talk about their experiences travelling around this land of ours and to locations all around the world, and the questions is asked: what’s the point in travelling if you can’t see?

Studio 1 welcomes any input from our listeners. If you have any experience or thoughts about issues covered in this episode or believe there is something we should be talking about.

You may also be interested in joining our choir of angels and telling your story.

EMAIL: [email protected] or leave comment below.

A special thank you to Simon; Maddy; Shaun; Alex; Anthony; Josh and Tory.

This program was made possible with support from the Community Broadcasting Foundation. Find out more at https://cbf.org.au/

Lizzie Eastham and Sam Rickard present Studio 1 - Vision Australia Radio’s weekly look at life from a low vision and blind point of view. On this week’s show “What’s the point in travelling if you can’t see?” Lizzie and Sam are packing their bags; stocking up on the travel sickness medic...