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23.01.2022 Did you know there are now 2 Apps where you can make GP (doctor) appointments. One is called "Health Engine" and the other is "HotDoc." Check out if your local GP uses either app to make an appointment. You can find these Apps in App Store or Google Playstore.... Let us know what you think.

20.01.2022 Hi there all Urgent alert for those who love museum exhibitions and the history of Rome. An accessible exhibition at the National Museum of Australia (Canberra), "Rome: City and Empire" closes on Sunday 3rd February.... If you haven't seen it, it's your only chance - brilliant exhibition. Also in Canberra at the National Gallery of Australia, "Love and Desire - Pre-Raphaelites from the Tate" which closes in late April 2019 Another must see exhibition that is accessible in Auslan and captions. https://nga.gov.au/lovedesire/ Please share around.

19.01.2022 A big day today at Albury Library Museum - Auslan interpreted tour of Charlie Chaplin exhibition - a must see. Exhibition continues until 18 November, it’s free and also accessible in Auslan and Scrolling captions - check out the free OpenAccess Tours app.! Let everyone know

18.01.2022 An exciting day for Conexu at Melbourne's Deaf Expo this Saturday. We launch our 'Smart Auslan' app, a pocket sized Auslan learning tool to add to your iPhone to check out Auslan signs and phrases. Come and see us at the Expo. We can show you how it works. Only costs $4.49 at the App store.... First 50 people who have an iPhone and who visit Conexu booth will get our OpenAccess Smart Auslan app FREE. And there is more accessible Apps on show.

17.01.2022 Celebrating International Day of People with Disabilities, we are very pleased that another regional museum is now accessible to Deaf and hard of hearing people. Old Dubbo Gaol (NSW). You can check out information here: http://olddubbogaol.com.au//Openaccess%20/openaccess-tour Very shortly, three other major venues will also be accessible to Deaf and hard of hearing people including Tasmania Museum and Art Gallery, National Galery of Australia and the Australian War Memori...al. Will update you soon on these developments. Accessible technology plays an important role in enabling people with disabilities to be independent, enjoy better access and be strong contributors to our way of life. Conexu is thrilled that we can support access through our various Apps and websites including OpenAccess Tours, OpenAccess Chat, OpenAccess Smart Auslan, OpenAccess Face to Face and our Techfinder website. You can find out more about Conexu at www.conexu.com.au

15.01.2022 Deafblind International Conference 2019 on the Gold Coast - call for papers

15.01.2022 Conexu has had a busy week last week. Apart from enjoying the Queensland sunshine visiting the Curumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and Seaworld on the Gold Coast to talk about accessibility for Deaf and hard of hearing people to their popular attractions and audio tours, we have been working closely with the National Museum of Australia on their Rome: City and Empire exhibition coming up in Canberra next month. We finished our week with a great Techfinder workshop on the Sunshine Coast (Maroochydore) with over 20 participants all keen to learn more about accessible technology. Very soon, our OpenAccess Face to Face app which already has over 1500 Auslan signs will have new Auslan signs in Technology, AFL sport and more everyday words. You can find out moree about the free App at www.openaccessfacetoface.com.au

14.01.2022 The popular 2018 Archibald Prize Finalists 'road show' starts at the Geelong Gallery (Victoria) from 22 September until 18th November. You can access all the artists stories on Conexu's free OpenAccess Tour app and choose Auslan or scrolling captions. More information can be found https://www.geelonggallery.org.au//ex/2018-archibald-prize

14.01.2022 Happy New Year 2019 everyone. Letting you know a wonderful exhibition in Canberra will close early in February. Find time to check it out.... "Rome: City and Empire" at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra - http://www.nma.gov.au/exhibitions/rome-city-and-empire; This exhibition finishes on 3rd February 2019.

14.01.2022 Spring is here and certainly celebrated at Sovereign Hill, Ballarat. Families and anyone can enjoy their holiday program and have access to their many activities in Auslan and scrolling captions, using Conexu's free OpenAccess Tours app. Check out the holiday program - http://www.sovereignhill.com.au/vis/spring-holiday-program/

12.01.2022 Our new SMART AUSLAN app is finally launched. A great start at Deaf Expo last Saturday with lots of interest and downloading the App. Can you guess what these Auslan signs are? Here's a clue with word list - match the word with the right sign: 'Malaysia', 'Crikey', 'University', 'Echidna', 'Two days ago', 'Pineapple', 'Dash off', 'Hit on the nose' (TenPin bowling), 'Goosebumps', 'A piece of cake', 'Excited'.... To find the answers, download the Smart Auslan app. Now over 2,500 signs or phrases ! More information at www.openaccesssmartauslan.com.au Check it out and share.

12.01.2022 Unfinished Business by Belinda Mason continues to be a popular exhibition shown across Australia and overseas. It is now on exhibition in Canberra - worth seeing to show life experiences of Australian aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people with disabilities. Conexu worked with Belinda to enable the exhibition to be accessible to deaf and hard of hearing people. Check out our OpenAccess Tours app to access Auslan and scrolling captions versions of all the stories. https://fpdn.org.au/unfinished-business-exhibition-launch-/

11.01.2022 Happy school holidays and National Week of Deaf People. To promote accessibility and sign language, there are some wonderful cultural and fun venues accessible in Auslan and also scrolling text across Australia. Accessible venues include museums, art galleries, walking trails, zoo's and popular attractions.... Auslan and Scrolling text tour stories are available on Conexu's free OpenAccess Tours app. Check them out and enjoy a day with your family and friends. Please share widely - thanks

10.01.2022 Hey there - a reminder about the Charlie Chaplin exhibition now on at Albury Library Museum until Sunday 18th November. Deaf people's around the world's favourite comedy character. Don't miss out. Please share the news. Thanks.

10.01.2022 Conexu wishes you all a wonderful and safe festive season and exciting 2019. We have some exciting developments in the new year with more venues and attractions becoming accessible. More news in the coming months. Thank you for supporting us this year where we had some wonderful achievements including 11 new exhibitions become accessible (OpenAccess Tours App) and the launch of our new OpenAccesss Smart Auslan App.... Keep in touch and regards, Conexu team

08.01.2022 Conexu is thrilled that another museum has made an exciting exhibition accessible to deaf and hard of hearing people. Tasmania Museum and Art Gallery (TMAG) open their Dinosaur rEvolution exhibition today in Hobart which continues until May 2019. Using our free OpenAccess Tours app, the exhibition is accessible in Auslan, scrolling text and mandarin.... Phil Harper was fortunate to be invited to the launch yesterday and has shared some of what you can see including dinosaurs with feathers! Worth a visit to Hobart Tasmania and see this wonderful TMAG exhibition. More information on our Tours app can be found at www.openaccesstours.com.au

08.01.2022 Conexu and the National Gallery of Australia is pleased to let you know their current exhibition "Love & Desire: Pre-Raphaelite Masterpieces from the Tate" is accessible in Auslan and scrolling text (and audio). You can access the exhibition experience using audio devices available at the NGA ticket counter or from our free OpenAccess Tours app. This fabulous exhibition is open until 28th April 2019. Check it out.

07.01.2022 Queensland Museum and Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) in Southbank, Brisbane continue to increase their accessibility to exhibition collections. Check out the latest with Australian Collection video stories by Tony Albert, Aleks Danko, Alick Tipoti and others accessible in Auslan. There are other stories you can enjoy too including Patricia Piccinni.... Make a time to visit QAGOMA and use our OpenAccess Tours app to view the stories.

06.01.2022 Accessible Exhibitions in Albury NSW closes soon. Our favourite comedy character Charlie Chaplin features in an exhibition and festival about his life. A must see - more info here: https://www.alburycity.nsw.gov.au//alburys-charlie-chaplin

05.01.2022 National Museum of Australia, Conexu Foundation and ACT Deaf organisations are supporting a group tour to the "Rome: City and Empire" exhibition on Saturday 27th October. Please share around and come to this accessible tour and enjoy a classic time in history. Details in the flyer. RSVP: [email protected]

02.01.2022 Conexu Techfinder workshop

02.01.2022 Conexu is very excited to share with you 2 exhibitions and tours that are now accessible in Auslan and scrolled captions for deaf and hard of hearing people. They include: "Rome: City and Empire" at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra - http://www.nma.gov.au/exhibitions/rome-city-and-empire;... This exhibition finishes on 3rd February 2019. "Capturing Charlie (Chaplin): Celebrating a Cinema Icon" at the Albury Library Museum in Albury - https://www.alburycity.nsw.gov.au//capturing-charlie-colle 'Capturing Charlie' finishes on Sunday 18th November. Very soon 'Old Dubbo Gaol' in Dubbo, NSW will also be accessible. You can access these wonderful exhibitions / tour via Conexu's free 'OpenAccess Tours' App. You can find more information on the app at www.openaccesstours.com.au.