In the fifth program of Canberra Day appeal interviews, Maryanne Gore talks to Debra Quinnell, Outreach Officer for Canberra Blind Society Eyes for Life and Enia Alberto, the director of the AEIOU Foundation's Centre for children with autism.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Friday 7 March 2025.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times of Thursday 6 March 2025

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Wednesday 5 March 2025.

Readings from COSMOS online.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Tuesday 4 March 2025.

Selected articles read from the Canberra Times on Monday 3 March 2025.

In today's Canberra Day Appeal interview program, Maryanne Gore speaks to Red Frogs, a charity that looks after teenagers and young adults while they are drinking, attending parties or music festivals. Red Frog lollies are used to give them an energy boost, and provide an opportunity to check in with their mental and physical wellbeing. Secondly, Maryanne interviews Ben Johnson, OAM, who is the CEO of Life Unleashed by Integra Service Dogs Australia which trains assistance dogs for veterans and first responders who may suffer from PTSD through their service.

1RPH's Jenelle and Sarah check out the lights and sights at this years Enlighten Festival in Canberra.