Meet the people we support
Every journey is an individual one. RIDBC can help you wherever you are, and whatever you want to achieve.
Each year, RIDBC supports thousands of Australians with hearing loss, from all over the country. We support children, families and adults at every step in the journey to reach their goals – whatever they may be.
Every journey is an individual one. RIDBC can help you wherever you are, and whatever you want to achieve.
National Simultaneous Story Time came to life for Western Sydney children with sensory disabilities last week, from the comfort of their own homes, using videoconferencing…
Read more of the story "Literacy the winner for Western Sydney children"
11-year-old Lara is a passionate rugby league fan and player who is kicking goals, on and off the field. And as restrictions are lifted for…
Louise Irvine is the epitome of success. Her career is flourishing, she has a loving family and at every opportunity gives back to her Canberra…
Read more of the story "Giving back the way forward for Louise"
It wasn’t the first time 2-year-old Emily had surprised mum and dad, but this surprise was priceless. As they set up for their first online…
Read more of the story "Emily’s right at home with telepractice"
12-year-old Leo has always loved to be active, but when he started karate in 2018, it was clear he had truly found his passion. Today,…
Caio’s parents Joanne and Mattia speak with RIDBC Renwick Centre’s Trudy Smith in an enthralling chat about the early intervention, the connection with other families…
Read more of the story "Early intervention gets Caio off to the best start"
11-year-old Xavier has always had a keen interest in creative media, particularly photography and filmmaking. In 2019, he entered the Australian Centre for the Moving…
Read more of the story "Xavier’s passion for creative media"
Alan Edwards has shared his experience of hearing loss on many occasions, in front of as many as 1,000 people. He’s engaging. He’s funny. And…
As most of us wind down as the year ends, Cathy and her husband Keith are just getting started. The Blacktown couple are Santa and…
Read more of the story "Cathy is spreading the Christmas joy"