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Holiday Program
Let's Get Visible's Holiday Program hit's the road (and track) with two unmissable big days out
WELCOME TO AUSKICK BLIND
The Auskick Blind inaugural season is aimed at promoting inclusion and expanding the reach of Auskick to a wider audience. The 4-week season will introduce Auskick Blind with the goal of participation and awareness.
LAST SESSION
1/12/23 International Day of People with Disability (Mineral Resources Park - WCE Kicking Hall)
CHRISTMAS - Blind Tennis Experience
Mark your calendars for a memorable event—a celebration of diversity, inclusivity, and the joy of sports. Let's end the year on a high note, swinging into the festive season with a tennis-themed Christmas bash! This is a FREE event hoseted by BSWA and PCTC, RSVP is essential via the link below.
Sunday, 10th December 2023 1:00pm to 5:00pm - BVI Coaching and Games
5pm onwards - BBQ and Social Get together
Peppermint Grove Tennis Club
FREE EVENT Bunbury -Come and Try Day
If you reside in the South West/Bunbury Region we invite you to our come and try day where we will showcase Tennis, Soccer and Goalball
Saturday, 18th November 2023 1pm to 4pm
Leschenault Leisure Centre Leisure Drive, Australind
TELETHON WEEKEND
21st & 22nd October
Blind Sports WA is proud to part of this year's Telethon Family Festival presented by Coles.
This highly anticipated event will be held at RAC Arena and along Wellington Street, Telethon Ave, Yagan Square and Forest Place
Find us near Cahoot's Climbing Wall. We would love to see you!
Sunday - 10am to 4pm.
ACC MULTI SPORT DAY
On the 31st October we were very excitied to use our giant inflatable soccer pitch for the first time. Thanks to Telethon around 240 kids had the opportunity to try it out.
We can't wait for more opportunities to share this amazing piece of equipment that provides a safe environment for our kids to play in.
#FIFAWWC FAN FESTIVAL
On Saturday 29 July, Football Futures Foundation took over the #FIFAFanFestival at Forrest Chase in Perth/Boorloo to champion an inclusive and accessible football community with our 'Football for All'. Blind Sports WA were there talking about Let's Get Visible and our Blind Football.
Innovative Ideas - Increasing Particpation and Retention in Sport
A not to be missed FREE event. An evening with Troy Kirkham where we unpack Troy;s Churchhill Fellowship research into world class best practice on participation and retention strategies,
Wednesday, 8th November 2023 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Perth Soccer Club 3 Lawley St, West Perth
JOIN BLIND CITIZENS WA FOR A LIVELY QUIZ NIGHT
Saturday 26th August
Perth Tattersalls Bowling Club
6:30pm (7:00pm) Start
Entry: $25.00 per person
Great prizes! Bring your favourite nibbles; cash bar available. Funds raised support BCWA's peer support for those with low vision and blindness in WA.
Contact Michelle at BCWA (6180 8938 or email admin@bcwa.org.au) for payments and more details
Save the Dates! Wednesday 4th and Friday 6th October
Our Let's Get Visible Holiday Program is back! We have a range of exciting and fun activities planned and can't wait to share them with you. Places fill fast. register your interest today.
PERTH DISABILITY CONNECTION EXPO 2023
Friday 25th August & Saturday 26th August at Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre
Come and say Hello and find out more about the huge variety of Blind Sports that are available!
VISABILITY ANNUAL FAMILY PICNIC
Thank you to our friends at Visability for inviting Blind Sports WA to the annual famility picnic. It was a fantastic opportunity tto share information about the different sports available and our Let's Get Visible program for people living with vision impairment
ACTIVATE AND INCLUSION DAY
Recently, Blind Sports WA participated in a WADSA event, spotlighting inclusive sports for kids aged 5-18 with vision impairments. Over 60 children learned new skills and discovered the thrill of playing Goalball. Find out more about Goalball by clicking the link below.
CARNIVAL OF SPORTS Showcasing Blind Sports
Come and find your sport with us. A range of Blind Sports will be on display for you to try!
Saturday, 4th November 2023 1:30pm to 3:30pm
Jandakot Hall 770 North Lake Rd, South Lake
ARE YOU READY? AFL Blind has kicked off for Season 3
With a win in Season 1 for the Dockers and a Season 2 win for the Eagles, season 3 promises to be our most exciting yet!
Location - State Netball Centre and Mineral Resources Park - WCE Kicking Hall Come along and have a go!
28/10/23 (State Netball Centre)
11/11/23 (Mineral Resources Park - WCE Kicking Hall)18/11/23 (State Netball Centre
1/12/23 International Day of People with Disability (Mineral Resources Park - WCE Kicking Hall) - Please note this date has been cancelled.
BSWA - Annual General Meeting
At this AGM, we'll discuss key updates, financial reports, and future plans for Blind Sports WA. We invite you to be involved and encourage nominations for leadership roles and active participation in decision-making to ensure our continued success.
Tuesday, 7th December 2023 7:30pm to 8:30pm
City West Lotteries House, 2 Delhi St, West Perth
COME AND TRY GOLF
Clubs and practise balls provided
Come and have a hit with people involved with Blind Golf, discover hidden talents and have some fun.
When: Friday December 1st 10.00am til 12.00
Where: Wembley Golf Course Driving Range look for the BLVGA signs.
Pizza and refreshments provided.
Contact Rob at rnoseda64@hotmail.com
BSWA's TEAM IS EXPANDING!
We are very excited to share that have a new team member who will be assisting in the implementation of our Southwest Blind Sports Participation Project.
Come and meet our newest addition, Kiri Moore at our Bunbury Come and Try Day on Saturday, 18th November 2023 1pm to 4pm.
AUSSIE TINKERBELLES WIN SILVER
Congratulations Ladies! All the training and hard work has paid off. At the recent 2023 Youth World Championships our girls did extremely well and we are so proud of you. Did you know that three of the team and the coach are from WA? Goalball is played at VisAbility, come and try it out.