Welcome to Guide Dogs NSW/ACT

Our Mission
We exist to enhance the independence and safe mobility of people who are blind or vision impaired.

Our Vision
Vision loss will not limit independence.

What We Do

Guide Dogs client, Lillian Wang receiving assistance with using a caneWe train people with impaired vision to use canes, canines and electronic aids to improve their mobility, independence and safety.

Guide Dogs

Guide DogsGuide Dogs NSW/ACT is the state's largest provider of Guide Dogs to the blind and vision impaired.

Early help improves safety

International Guide Dog DayTo enhance safe mobility for people with vision loss, Guide Dogs is dispelling the myth that you have to be completely blind to access its free services.

News & Events

Jaci Armstrong with her guide dog Crystal, John Alexander and Alex Green from Guide Dogs with Sadie the puppy

Guide Dogs Welcomes Support from Bennelong MP and Tennis Great John Alexander

27 January, 2012
Federal Member for Bennelong John Alexander is supporting Guide Dogs NSW/ACT's call for more volunteer Puppy Raisers

Guide Dogs NSW/ACT is reminding Orange residents to admire working guide dogs from afar

Pups in the Park message: Please Do Not Disturb Working Guide Dogs

25 January, 2012
Information about guide dogs will be on display at the Pups in the Park event in Orange today from 5.30pm in Robertson Park

Guide Dogs Australia's Blind Sight documentary

TV Release Sought for Unique Film that Brings Hope for Those with Vision Loss

19 January, 2012
Guide Dogs launches today its inspiring 'Blind Sight' documentary about how its services help Australians cope with vision loss

Andrew Doyle, Orientation & Mobility Instructor with Guide Dogs NSW/ACT’s Westmead office and Moris Sawa in Manly

Amazing Sydney Transport Race Builds Confidence for Blind Teens

13 January, 2012
An 'Amazing Race' style challenge through Sydney's CBD is helping teens with impaired vision prepare for an independent future