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Vision Australia
Print Disability
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Disability Royal Commission
Accessible Workplaces
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New Horizons
Disability Discrimination Act
Digital Accessibility
Braille Literacy
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Disability Voices Tasmania
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The weekly radio programme and podcast from Blind Citizens Australia, The united voice of Australians who are blind or vision impaired.

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Latest Episodes

This week, Francois Jacobs talks about the work he's been doing since his appointment as Systemic Advocacy Lead

In this episode, former BCA president Robert Altamore takes us through the history and challenges of establishing accessible voting. Also, an announcement about the upcoming AusAlert emergency test.

In this edition, all you need to know about the 2026 census, and we meet the new PA to the CEO, Elly Wood

This week we chat with Chris Edwards from Vision Australia about the future of its radio service. We also meet two of our new volunteers, Adi Gupta and Tristan Clare

In this episode, we meet new board director Ross Hurford, who brings 25 years experience working in the government sector, with a special interest in finance and a passion for blind empowerment.# Episode Notes

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This is the first of our member stories, featuring the life story of Hobart resident Dave Ransley, who talks about his extraordinary eighty year journey through life.# Episode Notes

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This bonus episode features exclusive coverage of the 2026 conference of the Roundtable on Information access, held in Adelaide. It contains extended presentations and special interviews not included on the regular New Horizons podcast# Episode Notes... more

This episode continues coverage of the 2026 conference of the Roundtable on Information Access .# Episode Notes

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Recent Guests

Robert Altamore
Long-time Blind Citizens Australia member and accessibility advocate
Blind Citizens Australia
Episode: History of Accessible voting, Aus Alert Test Message
Emily Wood
National Spokesperson for the 2026 Census
Australian Bureau of Statistics
Episode: Information About Census, Another Staff Introduction
Elly Wood
New staff member joining as personal assistant to the CEO
Blind Citizens Australia
Episode: Information About Census, Another Staff Introduction
Chris Edwards
Representative from Vision Australia
Vision Australia
Episode: Vision Australia discontinues A.M transmission, new volunteeers
Adi Gupta
Volunteering speaker and storyteller
New Horizons Volunteer
Episode: Vision Australia discontinues A.M transmission, new volunteeers
Tristan Clare
Volunteering speaker and storyteller
New Horizons Volunteer
Episode: Vision Australia discontinues A.M transmission, new volunteeers
Ross Hurford
Recent appointee to the BCA Board; former public service professional and advocate for employees with disability
Blind Citizens Australia (Board Member)
Episode: Introducing New Board Member
Dave Ransley
Avid innovator in Braille interface technology and early member of New Horizons
Independent inventor, member of Blind Citizens Australia
Episode: First Member Story
Agata Montoya
Roundtable president
Roundtable
Episode: Roundtable On Information Access Special Feature

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John Simpson
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Information About Census, Another Staff Introduction
Q: Who needs to fill the Census out, and why?
Everyone in the country, including international visitors and visa holders, must respond because the data create a comprehensive profile of the population's health, education, employment, and living circumstances, which informs planning at national and local levels.
Vision Australia discontinues A.M transmission, new volunteeers
Q: What happens to listeners who used to tune in on AM frequencies?
They will hear a message directing them to the Vision Australia Radio website and information about switching to DAB Plus, with continued guidance over the next couple of weeks as they transition.
Vision Australia discontinues A.M transmission, new volunteeers
Q: Do you think this will change how you approach your service delivery going forward as well?
Yes, there will be greater emphasis on efficiencies across programming, with shared content recorded in one location for multiple markets, while maintaining local content for local listeners.
Vision Australia discontinues A.M transmission, new volunteeers
Q: What has driven the decision for Vision Australia to shut off the transmitters?
The decision was driven by the high cost of continuing AM transmissions and the need to ensure sustainable delivery of radio services, with a push to redirect listeners to digital platforms and on-demand options.
Coverage From RoundTable Part 2
Q: What conversations were you hoping to encourage between attendees?
To bring together researchers, industry, and people with print disabilities to foster collaboration, share knowledge across sectors, and advance practical outcomes in accessibility and policy.

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What is New Horizons about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content explores a diverse range of topics that focus on accessibility, empowerment, and community perspectives, particularly for individuals with vision impairments. Key themes include advancements in assistive technologies, challenges related to digital accessibility, and personal stories that illuminate the experiences of those within the blind and vision-impaired communities. Not only does it engage listeners with interviews featuring experts and advocates from organizations such as Blind Citizens Australia, but it also emphasizes the importance of member feedback and community-driven content. This unique angle likely helps listeners feel more connected and engaged with the issues that directly impact their lives, making it a valuab... more

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