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New support for people with diabetes-related eye conditions
MDFA has expanded its free Eye Connect service to support Australians living with diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular oedema.

MDFA announces $200,000 grant for Geographic Atrophy (GA) research
As part of our 25th anniversary celebrations, we’re excited to introduce the MDFA 25th Anniversary Award – a major new research grant to support Australian-led research into GA. There is a clear need to prioritise research that addresses critical knowledge gaps in this area.

New research award targets vision health in regional and rural Australia
The Elisabeth Macdonald Memorial Award, announced in the lead up to World Sight Day (9 October 2025) and marking the start of MDFA’s 25th anniversary year, will fund innovative research focused on improving diagnosis, treatment, and support for people living with macular or retinal disease outside major cities.

Read the Governor General’s speech from MDFA Research Grants Awards
Celebrating leading macular disease researchers Speech at Macular Disease Foundation Australia’s Research Awards | Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia

2025 MDFA research grant awards presented at Admiralty House
Celebrating leading macular disease researchers

2025 Research Grant Recipient
Driving into the future: strategies to enhance independence for drivers with macular degeneration, including licensing options and the role of modern vehicle technology

New Spring edition 2025 of Vision Voice is now available
Welcome to the latest edition of Vision Voice.

$1 million investment in new macular disease research
MDFA is Australia’s largest source of research funding in the field of macular disease outside of government.

Volunteer spotlight: Leeloo’s role in building connection and support
Leeloo, one of our dedicated Peer Support Facilitators, volunteers her time to helping build a space where people living with macular disease can connect and feel stronger.