Current projects

We believe in continuous improvement and are working on a range of projects to improve our services and equip our members with the adaptive skills and tools they need to lead independent lives.

Cassette to Digital project

We have embarked on a major project to transform our library to a state-of-the-art digital service. The cassette-based talking book system we have depended on is fast becoming obsolete. This has left us with no option but to urgently upgrade to more current technologies. Read more

Members News Feed

Braille poetry competition open to BLENNZ students

BANZAT and BLENNZ have launched a poetry in braille competition following a writing workshop at Homai. The workshop was run by national poet and author Paula Green. 22 May 2013
The 2013 Sport Wellington finalists announced

Three Parafed Wellington members have been named as finalists for the Sport Wellington awards, including swimming paralympian Mary Fisher. 21 May 2013
AT snippets 17 May 2013

Let's talk about Filthy documents 17 May 2013
E-books and accessibility

When it comes to E-books, what works best in terms of accessibility? 17 May 2013
Music Workshops Auckland

Do you live in Auckland, love music and would love the opportunity to learn a musical instrument? 14 May 2013
Wellington Accessibility Advisory Group

Would you like to make a difference for people living with impairments? Wellington Council are seeking new members for their Accessibility Advisory Group. 13 May 2013
Safari Group May

Our next trip is on Wednesday 22 May to the Manukau Coastal walkway in Mangere Bridge. 03 May 2013
Parafed - Have a Go!

If you are in Tauranga, Parafed Sports day is coming! 16 Apr 2013
Kindred Sharp Children's Trust

Find out full details on how to apply for a grant from the Trust. Applications open from today. 01 May 2013
Garden Group May

This month our garden group will visit Joy Plants in Pukekohe, Auckland. 02 May 2013

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Who we are

The Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind (RNZFB) is New Zealand's main provider of sight loss habilitation and rehabilitation services to over 11,500 New Zealanders who are blind or have low vision.

We equip our members with the adaptive skills, technology and resources they need to overcome the barriers they face to participate fully in society and lead independent lives.

Our vision is to empower and support people who are blind or have low vision to ensure they have the same opportunities and choices as everyone else.

Head office: Awhina House, 4 Maunsell Road, Parnell, Auckland 1052.

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Latest news

NZ-born Fair Deal Coalition gets a Global Voice: RNZFB has been an active and vocal member of the Fair Deal Coalition. Find out why it is so important for us to be heard. 22 May 2013
Blind Sailing New Zealand defend the World Cup: The Blind Sailing New Zealand crew will race over the next two weeks in Seabornia, Japan. 21 May 2013
Equipment Display Day: Come along on 22 May to Pukekohe Town Hall. Meet the team and check out items from our equipment shop. 20 May 2013
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