Interview Highlights from Vision Australia Radio

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Featuring interview highlights, bonus content and more from across Vision Australia Radio.

  1. APR 25

    Interview Highlight: Bev Walker - VA Client

    Bev Walker shares some of her life story with Peter Greco. Bev lost her sight later in life and has shown great determination, resilience, and persistence. She took on assistive technology, using the Envoy for reading and the Ray-Ban meta glasses enabling her independence. Bev shares peer support with the "check in and chat" program from Vision Australia. More info: Check-in-and-chat See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    16 min

  2. APR 18

    Interview Highlight: Hannah Illingworth - Darwin Fringe Festival

    Darwin Fringe Festival is coming up in July 17-26 and Vision Australia Radio is proud to be a media partner to this wonderful event. Hannah Illingworth, Director for the Festival, shares all the the details with Peter Greco. Tickets will go on sale in May. More info: Darwin Fringe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 min

  3. APR 17

    Interview Highlight: Lee Archer - No Sweetie Campaign

    Lee Archer, Project Manager for Tenant Voice talks with Peter Greco about the launch of the "No Sweetie" Campaign. This campaign is calling out infantilising language towards people with disabilities. More info: No Sweetie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    12 min

  4. APR 10

    Interview Highlight: Ashlee Morton - Para-Ice Hockey Athlete

    Ashlee chats with Peter Greco about her love for the sport and encourages others to get involved. Ashlee also speaks about her advocacy work and her business, Field Notes Consulting.  More info: Australian Woman's Para Ice Hockey See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    12 min

  5. APR 8

    Ben Waechter, Managing Director of KYD-X

    In this interview highlight, recorded during Vision Australia Radio’s live broadcast from the Adelaide ATSA Independent Living Expo, Jason chats with Ben Waechter, Managing Director of KYD-X, about why inclusive design and lived experience are at the heart of everything the organisation does. Ben shares how KYD-X began after his son Harry was diagnosed with cerebral palsy, and how the lack of accessible information and services in South Australia led to the creation of both the KYD-X expo and the charity. He explains how KYD-X supports people with disability and their families throughout the year, from running major events to delivering practical solutions for everyday accessibility challenges. The conversation explores KYD-X’s off‑the‑floor accessible toilet trailers, designed to provide dignity, safety and true accessibility at public events, as well as inclusive community programs like frame running, which give children and young people with disability the chance to train, play and belong alongside their peers. This interview forms part of Vision Australia Radio’s special coverage from the Adelaide ATSA Independent Living Expo, highlighting innovation, advocacy and community‑led solutions that improve access and inclusion for everyone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    11 min

  6. APR 8

    Christina Wyatt, Professional Practice Advisor Aged Care of Occupational Therapy Australia.

    In this interview highlight, recorded during Vision Australia Radio’s live broadcast from the Adelaide Independent Living Expo, Jason speaks with Christina Wyatt, Professional Practice Advisor Aged Care at Occupational Therapy Australia, following her seminar “Support at Home: What Have We Learnt from the First 6 Months?” Christina explains the role of occupational therapists and how they support people to engage in meaningful, everyday activities across disability, ageing and mental health. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience, she reflects on the changing landscape of disability and aged care, the links between physical and mental wellbeing, and how occupational therapists work with people across all stages of life. The conversation focuses on recent reforms in aged care, including the introduction of the new Support at Home program, what has been learned in its first six months, and how these changes are affecting access to services and assistive technology. Christina also discusses the challenges facing clinicians and consumers during this period of reform, and her hopes for greater clarity and consistency moving forward. This interview forms part of Vision Australia Radio’s special coverage from the Adelaide Independent Living Expo, spotlighting lived experience, advocacy and practical information to help people age and live well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    9 min

  7. APR 8

    Nathan from SANFL

    In this interview highlight, recorded at the Adelaide Independent Living Expo, the team chat with Nathan from SANFL about blind and low vision football and the inclusive programs making Aussie rules accessible to more people. Nathan explains how modified footies with high‑visibility colour and a built‑in buzzing sound allow players who are blind or have low vision to track the ball during play. He shares how the technology has evolved, why games are played indoors in controlled environments, and how classifications ensure the competition is fair and enjoyable for everyone. The conversation also explores SANFL’s broader disability and inclusion programs, including wheelchair football and inclusive leagues, and the importance of partnerships in creating meaningful opportunities for people of all abilities to take part in the game they love. This interview was recorded during Vision Australia Radio’s live broadcast from the Adelaide Independent Living Expo, highlighting innovation, assistive technology, and inclusive sport. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    8 min

  8. APR 7

    Deb from Boccia Australia

    In this interview highlight, recorded at the Adelaide Independent Living Expo, the team chat with Deb from Boccia Australia about the fast‑growing, inclusive sport of Boccia. Deb explains how boccia differs from bocce, how the sport can be played by people of all abilities, and why it is just as strategic and competitive as it is social. We hear about boccia in South Australia, local club opportunities, and how players with very limited movement can compete at an elite level using ramps and assistants. Deb also shares insights into Australia’s success on the international stage, including Paralympic and World Series competitions, and why the boccia community is such a welcoming and supportive place to get involved. This conversation was recorded during Vision Australia Radio’s live broadcast from the Adelaide Independent Living Expo, celebrating inclusive sport, community connection, and opportunities for everyone to participate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    12 min
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