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Braille gives blind taxi users a fair go
Wednesday, 1 October 2008, 11:00 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
The RNZFB applauds new legislation which comes into effect today, requiring all taxis to display important passenger information in braille. More >>
Volunteer collectors still needed for Blind Week!
Tuesday, 23 September 2008, 5:07 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
Blind Week is on its way, and the RNZFB still needs hundreds more volunteers to collect between Tuesday 28 October and Monday 3 November. More >>
Be a volunteer collector this Blind Week
Tuesday, 26 August 2008, 10:45 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
This Blind Week, New Zealanders are being asked to ‘See The Difference You Make’ to the lives of blind, deafblind and vision-impaired Kiwis when they donate – whether it’s time or money. More >>
A drop in the bucket will help raise Puppy Power
Friday, 4 April 2008, 10:22 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
A drop in the bucket will help raise Red Puppy Power Thousands of volunteer collectors will be tugging at the leash to get out and about TODAY, Saturday and Sunday with their buckets for the Red Puppy Appeal. More >>
Our Red Puppies Need You!
Wednesday, 5 March 2008, 5:21 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
The RNZFB's Red Puppy Appeal is on soon, and we still need hundreds more volunteer collectors to help! By volunteering your time, you can help our Red Puppies bring freedom and independence to a blind, deafblind or vision-impaired person's life. More >>
Paws up to volunteer for the Red Puppy appeal
Monday, 11 February 2008, 11:55 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
The RNZFB needs volunteer street collectors to help raise over $1 million for the Red Puppy Appeal (4-6 April). More >>
Guide Dogs ‘Dig’ New Breeding Centre
Wednesday, 30 January 2008, 10:33 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
On Thursday, 24 January, over 50 staff, members and friends of the RNZFB gathered for an unusual groundbreaking ceremony at the site of the new guide dog breeding centre in Manurewa. More >>
Foundation of the Blind Names Narrator of the Year
Friday, 2 November 2007, 10:12 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
The RNZFB last night named Merv Smith as winner of the 2007 Narrator of the Year award, acknowledging his talent and his 38 years of service to the blind community. More >>
Blind Week collectors hit the streets on Friday!
Friday, 26 October 2007, 10:25 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
Whatever the weather this weekend, Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind (RNZFB) volunteer collectors will hit the streets from Friday to Sunday (26-28 October), aiming to raise over $1 million for Blind Week 2007. More >>
'See the Difference You Make' for blind people
Friday, 28 September 2007, 12:19 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
The Blind Week appeal is set for 23-29 October, and the Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind (RNZFB) needs your help! More >>
Getting Groovy with Glasses this Funky Eye Friday
Friday, 14 September 2007, 5:12 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
On Friday 21 September, primary school students nationwide have the chance to let their imaginations run wild. They will be participating in Funky Eye Friday, an educational day designed to promote children's eye health and safety. More >>
Xtra funding would go to Talking Books
Wednesday, 5 September 2007, 11:38 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
Blind people don't have the same "right to read" as sighted people, since only 5% of what's in print is available in accessible formats, like audio. More >>
Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind (RNZFB)
Friday, 31 August 2007, 11:56 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
The RNZFB and the organisers of NZ Book Month are making history: for the first time ever in New Zealand, a book is being released to RNZFB members in braille, audio, large print and electronic text at the same time as its standard print counterpart. More >>
Volunteers Required For Blind Week Appeal
Tuesday, 28 August 2007, 2:03 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
See the difference you make by volunteering a few hours of your time during the Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blinds (RNZFB) annual Blind Week appeal, 23-29 October. More >>
Save Our Sight this August
Friday, 3 August 2007, 10:05 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
This August is Save Our Sight month, and serves as a reminder that while you can’t prevent certain vision loss, you can still save your existing eyesight by having regular eye checks. More >>
Foundation of the Blind Names New CEO
Tuesday, 22 May 2007, 2:47 pm | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
The Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind has appointed Sandra Budd as its new Chief Executive Officer. She will take up the position in July. Don McKenzie, RNZFB Chairman, said Ms Budd is extremely well-suited to lead the Foundation boldly into ... More >>
Groove to the ‘Red Puppy’ beat!
Wednesday, 7 March 2007, 9:58 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
Are you ready to groove to the paw stomping, furry, fluffy ‘Red Puppy’ beat? The RNZFB needs even more volunteer collectors to make its new Red Puppy Appeal (30 March – 1 April) a ‘paw-er-ful’ success. More >>
Puppies To Put Best Paws Forward
Tuesday, 20 February 2007, 10:58 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
The RNZFB needs volunteers to help launch its new Red Puppy Appeal (30 March 1 April). More >>
Three cheers for volunteers
Friday, 1 December 2006, 10:25 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
At 71 years old, Val is one of thousands of volunteers who are making a difference to the lives of blind, deafblind and vision-impaired New Zealanders. With 49 years of volunteering under her belt, Val is still going strong and is considered an integral ... More >>
When braille meets art
Friday, 3 November 2006, 11:14 am | Royal New Zealand Foundation for the Blind
Inspired by his love for his blind partner Julie, Dunedin artist Ron Esplin is a firm believer that people who are blind, deafblind and vision-impaired can still enjoy and appreciate art. "I noticed that even though Julie couldn't see she was ... More >>
