From the President's Desk

FROM THE PRESIDENT'S DESK

Well 2023 is certainly off to a flying start and here we are in March! I am not exactly sure how that happened but as I continue to scramble through each day, it is great to know the Access Insight team have been busy preparing this issue.

Water…what is an Australian summer without it?

This issue looks at water in the context of accessibility and takes you on a journey to the beach and aquatic centres – we even get to visit Italy! Thank you to all our contributors –the experiences and challenges presented give an integral insight into ensuring barriers to beaches and pools are removed. Thank you also to our regulars contributors who continue to bring us your columns.

If you attended the AGM last year, you would know that we have two new Fellow Members – Farah Madon and Howard Moutrie. Their dedicated efforts and accomplishments in the field of access consulting are showcased in this issue. I can personally attest to the work and commitment this pair continues to contribute to our profession. Thank you for your selfless efforts and time dedicated to the cause.

In other ACAA matters, we have Hamish Murray and Sharlene Howland joining the ACAA Management Committee – I look forward to working with both of you to further progress this wonderful organisation.

This provides a great segue to some general ACAA updates – I apologise for being a little slack in the communication department this year. Key points are:

• The website is coming! Bruce Bromley and myself are working closely with the web developers and can I just say I do not think you will be disappointed!

• In addition to our mini-conference and gala dinner in September, we will be hosting five (5) webinars throughout the year. These are currently being organised so check your emails for updates. As usual we intend to present a range of interesting and diverse topics to keep your CPD in check.

If you would kike to contribute to Access Insight, host a webinar, assist the committee or just provide general feedback, please feel free to contact me and we can chat.

Enjoy this issue and take care.

Lindsay Perry

PRESIDENT

Association of Consultants in Access Australia