Guide Dogs WA

We're excited to be exhibiting at the Spectrum Space Symposium 2026.

Over two days, the team from Guide Dogs WA, alongside our sister brand Kites Therapy, will be connecting with attendees, sharing information about our services and showcasing how we support people to live with greater independence, confidence and inclusion.

If you're attending the symposium, we'd love for you to stop by our stand and say hello.

When: 18 -19 June 2026, 8am - 5pm
Where: University Club of WA

This Tax Appeal, you have the power to change lives.
Patrick’s story is just one example of how Guide Dogs WA and VisAbility supports people to live with independence and confidence every day.
From guide dog partnerships to essential allied health support services, your generosity makes it all possible.
💙 With the end of financial year approaching, now is the perfect time to give.

Your donation will help more people like Patrick access the support they need to thrive.
👉 Donate now: https://bit.ly/4uMfytB
Together, we can create a more inclusive community.

We aren't far away from Deafblind Awareness Week 2026, which runs from June 22 to 28, and coincides with the birthday of Helen Keller on June 27! Every year, the Deafblind community comes together to raise awareness, celebrate its members, and advocate for inclusion and accessibility.

This year, Deafblind West Australians is hosting a Morning Tea Celebration at Perth City Farm on Wednesday 24 June, 9am - 11.30am. There you will find a Deafblind Community Art Exhibition, a Q&A Panel with DBWA Young Leaders graduates, a theatrical performance featuring deafblind actor Eddie Szczepanik, and the Graduation Ceremony for DBWA Young Leaders 2026.

If you would like to RSVP for their event, please reach out to them directly at [email protected]. And get in fast, as RSVPs close on June 12.

Deafblind awareness week event information is available in AUSLAN here:
https://bit.ly/43Ry5IT

Goalball Western Australia and Blind Sports WA are coming together to host Beyond Sport - more than your ordinary come and try day!

Beyond Sport is a chance to explore what's possible, meet new people, discover local opportunities, and connect with organisations that support people with low-or-no-vision.

Date: Saturday 20 June
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Where: VisAbility, 61 Kitchener Avenue, Victoria Park

This is a free community event, and all are welcome.
Register Here: https://bit.ly/3PTCt70

This event is supported by: Western Australian Tandem Cycling Advisory Council, Physique Training, Archery WA, WA Government, and Act Belong Commit.

Australia’s next Census is on Tuesday 11 August 2026.

Census data helps governments and not-for-profits make important decisions about local services for our community.

The Australian Bureau of Statistics is currently accepting applications for Community Field Officers! Community Field Officers support people from all cultures and communities to complete their Census form. They provide information about the Census and help people in-person to complete their form.

They are looking for a range of people with lived experience and experience working with:

· People living with disability
· People experiencing homelessness
· Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
· People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
· Youth and older Australians

These jobs are temporary, flexible and close to home, and suit a variety of schedules.

If you are interested in applying, please go to census.abs.gov.au/jobs for more information.