Ablequest
Ablequest is a series of 15 minute programs which examines developments in assistive technology and initiatives for those people living with a wide range of disabilities. Presented by Barbara Sullivan, Marni Roper and Elaine Wziontek.
All Equal with GREG ALCHIN
Greg Alchin, founder of All Equal, is an inclusive design consultant with a severe visual impairment. He believes with good design the world can be more accessible and inclusive.
Original Broadcast Date 29.03.2019
Wheeleasy with Max Burt
Max Burt is co-founder of a website called Wheel Easy, which delivers interactive maps and crowd-sourced information about the accessibilty of Sydney's public places.
Original Broadcast Date 15.03.2019
Boonah Arts Centre
Karlene Wilcox, the Activity Leader at Boonah Creative Arts Centre, talks about the studio. We also hear from artists Michael Buzinskas and Kate Boyd.
Original Broadcast Date 15.02.2019
Freedom Across Australia with John Hebblewhite
Original Broadcast Date 1.2.2019
Bank notes with Bruce Maguire
Bruce Maguire from Vision Australia talks about the story behind the inclusion of tactile bumps on the new Australian bank notes.
Original Broadcast Date 4.01.2019
Jenny Sheldon
Jenny Sheldon talks about her stroke, her recovery and her mission to help others who have suffered the same debilitating aftermath of this life-changing event.
Original Broadcast Date 7.12.2018
Tramsport for NSW - Gail Le Bransky
Gail Le Bransky, Director of Social Policy at Transport for NSW, explains how the Department is making public transport more accessible for all.
Original Broadcast Date 23.11.2018
Wheelchair Rugby League
Steve Hewson, coach and board member of Australian and NSW Wheelchair Rugby League, explains this exciting inclusive team sport.
Original Broadcast Date 09.11.2018
Dr Josh Zadro
Dr Josh Zadro from the University of Sydney's School of Public Health explains a video-game based approach for the treatment of chronic low back pain.
Original Broadcast Date 26.10.2018
City of Sydney
Anna Rigg, Manager of Social Policy for the City of Sydney, discusses the latest initiatives to expand accessibility and inclusion.
Original Broadcast Date 28.09.2018
Ben Felten Revisited - Part 2
The extraordinary Ben Felten breaks the world motor cycle land speed record for a blind rider. This is his account.
Original Broadcast Date 14.09.2018
Accessible Arts_Scott O'Hara
Scott O'Hara, recently appointed CEO for Accessible Arts, talks about the new priorities for this organisation dedicated to arts and disability in NSW.
Original Broadcast Date 31.08.2018
Invictus Games - Patrick Kidd
Sydney hosts the Invictus Games on October 20-27. Patrick Kidd, CEO of the Sydney Invictus Games, explains this special sporting event, which showcases how rehabilitation can be empowered by sport.
Original Broadcast Date 17.08.2018
Ben Felten Revisited - Part 1
In this repeat of a 2014 interview, hear the background story of an amazing blind sportsman, Ben Felten. He talks about his first attempt at the world blindfold motorcycle speed record.
Original Broadcast Date 03.08.2018
David Woodbridge Part 2
We continue the discussion with technology guru, David Woodbridge. David talks about household technology and devices which make his life as a blind person easier.
Original Broadcast Date 20.07.2018
David Woodbridge Part 1
David Woodbridge, technological guru for the blind and visually impaired, talks about a day in the Woodbridge household.
Original Broadcast Date 6.7.2018
Interview with Mrs Hurley
Mrs Linda Hurley, wife of the Governor of NSW, is today's special guest on Ablequest. She talks about the benefits of singing and how everyone should sing, not just those with talent.
Original Broadcast Date 8.06.2018
Heath Dickens - DSA
Heath Dickens, Operations Manager at Disability Services Australia talks about the employment, training and support they offer people with a disability.
Original Broadcast Date 25.05.2018
Dance for PD
Paris Wages, who teaches a specialist program 'Dance for Parkinsons Disease', talks about the positive benefits that dance brings to people with Parkinsons.
Original Broadcast Date 11.05.2018
David Kinnane - LSVT LOUD
Sydney speech pathologist, David Kinnane, discusses the LSVT LOUD program developed for people with Parkinsons Disease.
Original Broadcast Date 27.4.2018
Music and Memory
Dr Maggie Haertsch discusses the amazing health benefits that music brings to people with dementia and other mental and neurological conditions.
Original Broadcast Date 13.04.2018
Prof Gerard Goggin - LWP Conference
Professor Gerard Goggin from the University of Sydney discusses building digital citizenship.
Original Broadcast Date 30.03.2018
Assistive Technology Aust with Robyn Chapman
Robyn Chapman, CEO of Assistive Technology Australia, returns with an update on the vast information and product display service offered by the organisation.
Original Broadcast Date 16.03.2018
Peter Ford - NeuroNode Part 2
Part 2 of the interview with Peter Ford, discussing NeuroNode, the assistive technology he invented which helps seriously disabled people communicate.
Original Broadcast Date 2.03.2018
Peter Ford - NeuroNode
Peter Ford, Founder of Control Bionics, returns to discuss the latest version of his groundbreaking communications technology, now called NeuroNode.
Original Broadcast Date 16/02/2018
Across Australia - John Hebblewhite
John Hebblewhite from Freedom Across Australia discusses exciting travel opportunities for people with disabilities.
Original Broadcast Date 2/2/2018
Assistive Technology Australia Part 2 (updated): Robyn Chapman
Assistive Technology Australia (formerly The Independent Living Centre) is an information and advisory service about assistive technology.
In this updated episode (the original version was broadcast on 20 March 2015) Robyn Chapman, CEO, literally walks us through the Centre, which includes a purpose-built apartment, to give us a picture of the amazing range of products available.
Original Broadcast Date 19/1/2018
Assistive Technology Australia Part 1 (updated): Robyn Chapman
Robyn Chapman is the CEO of Assistive Technology Australia, an information and advisory service about assistive technology that was formerly known as The Independent Living Centre. She discusses the new facility in Blacktown, which is a mecca for anyone in need of assistive devices and technology to help them live independently.
This is an updated version of an Ablequest Episode first broadcast on 6 March 2015.
Original Broadcast Date 5/01/2018
The Primary Club - Jim Maxwell
Cricket commentator, Jim Maxwell, talks about The Primary Club, a club raises money for other charities to provide sporting facilities for people with disabilties.
Sydney Festival 2018
January sees Sydney city and Parramatta come alive with exciting events and performances. The organisers of the annual Sydney Festival work hard to ensure it is accessible to everyone.
Original Broadcast Date 8.12.2017
Toastmasters
Michael Said, immediate past District Director (District 90) for Toastmasters, speaks about the organisation and its inclusive community approach.
Original Broadcast Date 24.11.2017
Project Magic
Dr Adrian Sheen, a family doctor in Western Sydney and lecturer at Sydney University, talks about how Project Magic helps patients in hospital recover both physically and psychologically.
Original Broadcast Date 10.11.2017
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