Vital Interpreting Personnel

15/06/2026

DBWA ARE STILL ACCEPTING RSVP’s IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN JOINING THEM FOR THIS VERY SPECIAL EVENT TO CELEBRATE DEAFBLIND AWARENESS WEEK 2026

Deafblind West Australians warmly invite you to a vibrant morning of connection, creativity, storytelling and celebration as we mark Deafblind Awareness Week, recognised internationally during the week of Helen Keller’s birthday.

Join DBWA as they celebrate the voices, talents, leadership and lived experiences of the Deafblind community through inspiring conversations, powerful theatre and a beautiful art exhibition.
Be part of a unique photographic experience. Come along and find out more.

Deafblind West Australians are delighted to share that the Hon. Hannah Beazley MLA has accepted our invitation and will once again officially open our event for Deafblind Awareness Week. We are honoured to have Minister Beazley join us for such an important occasion for our Deafblind Community.

WHEN: Wednesday 24 June 2026
TIME: 9:00am – 11:30am
WHERE: Perth City Farm
1 City Farm Place, East Perth WA 6004
RSVP to Linni Oliver: [email protected]
Mobile: 0400186968

At the conclusion of the sessions, DBWA invite you to stay and join us for Morning Tea and an opportunity to connect with our Deafblind Community.

AUSLAN INTERPRETERS ON SITE
This event is proudly hosted by Deafblind West Australians and made possible through funding from the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing. A special thank you to Senses WA for their generous sponsorship and ongoing support.

DEAFBLIND AWARENESS WEEK EVENT INFORMATION IN AUSLAN
https://youtu.be/yhcyLRM-9TM?feature=shared
VIDEO DESCRIPTION:
A woman who is Deafblind with dark hair pulled back signs information about the Deafblind Awareness Week 2026 event in Auslan. She is dressed in a black polo T-shirt featuring the Deafblind West Australians logo on the upper left side.

IMAGE DESCRIPTION:
A square promotional graphic for Deafblind Awareness Week. The background is deep purple with large bold white text in the top left reading: “CELEBRATE DEAFBLIND AWARENESS WEEK.”
At the bottom left is the Deafblind West Australians (DBWA) logo, which includes a dotted map of WA, “DBWA" text, Braille dots, and the phrase "DEAFBLIND WEST AUSTRALIANS" in blue and purple.
On the right side of the graphic is a stylised outline of two overlapping human face profiles in light purple and white, facing left.

28/05/2026

✨WESTERN AUSTRALIA DAY✨

The office will be closed on Monday June 1st.
All correspondence will be answered on Tuesday 2 June when we are back.

The after hours emergency phone will still be monitored.

Have a great long weekend!

14/05/2026

City of Gosnells Community Art Exhibition and Awards | tactile tour

Venue: Lyal Richardson Hall, The Agonis, 2232, Albany Hwy, Gosnells
Dater: 22 May 2026, Friday
Times: 10.15am – 11.15am or 11.30am – 12.30pm
Cost: Free


People with disability, your friends and families are invited to attend a free tactile tour of City of Gosnells Art Awards.

DADAA’s Access All Arts tactile tour will introduce visitors to new ways of experiencing and enjoying the exhibition through informed discussion and touch. Our trained and experienced guides will provide participants with a tailored, hands-on introduction to the artworks and gallery space.
Free but bookings are essential and places are limited.
To book, please email [email protected], and include:
• number of visitors will disability and access requirements
• number of support workers or carers
• preferred time of tour
• email and mobile number



Bookings are essential. Email: [email protected] or register her: Book your ticket - https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1569257

14/05/2026

WA AUSLAN EVENT

Social Night Out!

When: Saturday 13th June
Time: 6:30PM
Where: Blasta Brewing Co, 104 Goodwood Parade, Burswood

14/05/2026

WEBINAR: Positive Behaviour Support and deafblindness

Define Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)

Explain how PBS supports individuals who are deafblind

Recognise the role of rapport building in effective PBS

Identify underlying needs and their impact on behaviour

Apply proactive strategies that respect individual communication methods

\Date Thursday 28th May 2026

Time 2pm AWST | 3:30pm ACST | 4pm AEST

Duration 1 hour

This webinar is free to attend

Register Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4617776012936/WN_lIW43qP5RVWJT7GGG65UIA #/registration

There will be an opportunity for audience questions at the end of the presentation.

This webinar is live captioned and Auslan interpreted

Webinar content includes: • Define Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and identify its key principles. • Explain how PBS supports individuals who are deafblind. • Recognize the role of rapport building in effective PBS. • Identify underlying needs and their impact on behaviour. • Apply proac...

14/05/2026

Deafblind West Australians has created an opportunity for people who are deafblind to “connect” at our DBWA Connect Drop In Centre. The DBWA Connect Drop In centre is where people who are deafblind can help each other.

Afternoon tea will be provided
Auslan interpreter will be at onsite
Please book your comm guide / support worker

Location: The Rise, 28 Eighth Avenue Maylands from 12:30PM to 3:00PM

Auslan Chat and Haptics from 12.30pm to 1.30pm
We will have a Smart Apps session
Games, Lego and craft corners available

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14/05/2026

THE BIG HOO-HAA!

'The Big HOO-HAA! will have you laughing out loud from start to finish. Two teams of fearless comedians take the stage to do battle in a competition of jokes, sketches and songs in an effort to win your laughs, applause, and the coveted HOO-HAA! Trophy. This is improvised comedy at its finest and funniest, created on the spot from audience suggestions.

Each show's line-up is different but it's always hilarious, exciting and original!

★★★★ “From beginning to end, The Big HOO-HAA! is a laugh riot that has the audience roaring so loudly they almost can’t catch their breath.” – The West Australian.

★★★★ "a unique, brilliantly witty and above all hilarious experience.” – X- Press Magazine

This show is suitable for ages 15+; event contains course language and adult themes. Adult supervision recommended.

Doors open at 7.00pm; show starts at 7.30pm and will include a short intermission.

This event is proudly presented by the City of Armadale and produced by The Big Hoo Haa!
Location: Armadale District Hall

Date & Time: Sat, 16 May, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW

Get tickets on Humanitix - The Big HOO-HAA! hosted by City of Armadale. Armadale District Hall, 90 Jull St, Armadale WA 6112, Australia. Saturday 16th May 2026. Find event information.

14/05/2026

UNLEASHED is a free, peer-led workshops for young people with disability

Because Nothing About Us, Without Us! Are you aged 18-25 and identify as having a disability?

Want to learn about your rights at work, how to speak up, and use your story in safe and powerful ways?
Join us for UNLEASHED – four free in-person workshops run by people with lived experience of disability for young people like you.
What you'll learn:

Workshop 3 — Tailoring Your Application (28th May)

Learn how to read a job ad analytically and rework your existing CV to match what an employer is actually asking for. Activities:

Reading a Job Ad (keyword and criteria analysis)
Matching Your Strengths to the Role

Workshop 4 — Interview Skills (29th May)

Understand what employers are really asking, prepare your answers, and practise in a low-pressure setting — including how to talk about what you need to do your best work. Activities:

Interview Preparation Worksheet
Interview Practice (pairs/small groups)

We encourage you to attend all four sessions, but you are also welcome to attend just the ones most useful to you.

To register visit: Unleashed Registration Form – Fill out form

If you have any questions, or are unable to apply via this form, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (08) 6164 9825

For more information please visit:

Starting work can be exciting but also challenging. The UNLEASHED Project aims to remove some of these challenges by supporting you to:

29/04/2026

2026 Perth CIRCUS QUIRKUS Shows

Sunday, 24 May 2026 at 11.30am, 1.30pm & 3.30pm
Monday, 25 May 2026 at 10.00am & 12.00pm

The Immune Deficiencies Foundation Australia (IDFA) hosts this free event to provide an accessible live theatre experience to the Greater Perth community.

With weekend and weekday shows available, Circus Quirkus provides a fantastic, complimentary excursion opportunity for day programs, social groups and families.