Outlook spring 2010

Contents

Cover page: page 1

Board news: page 3-5

Out and about with Sandra: page 6-7

News: page 8-13

Feature: page 14-17

Our people: page 18-23

Lifestyle: page 24-28

Technology: page 29-31

Back cover: page 32

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Latest member news

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    Don't miss your chance to develop your leadership skills! The RNZFB is looking for existing and emerging leaders within the blindness community to take part in our SEED Leadership programme. Apply by 28 May 2012. 02 May 2012

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