This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:

• Sam Von Einem is just back from a 6-nation tour playing table tennis. Sam's goal was to regain the number one ranking, how did he go? Sam is also very keen to engage in public speaking spots for any business; school or club, about living with autism.
• Kate Miranda, CEO for Asthma Australia, broke news from GSK Australia announcing that Exdensur (depemokimab) has been given the green light by the TGA as an add-on maintenance treatment for severe asthma, and related respiratory conditions.
• Harold Scrooby, Founder and CEO of the Pedestrian Council of Australia, shared his forthright thoughts on the impact on e-mobility devices and "stray" chairs of outdoor diners on safe footpath access for all.
• David Mitchell, health commentator, discussed how much coffee is too much, and what benefits enough coffee has.
• Belinda Hellyer, from Brewed By Belinda, gave fascinating insights into the history, folk lore and ingredients of Russian Caravan tea.
• Shone Benjamin, Director for the Aged and Disability Expo, invited all to the FREE community event taking place on Tuesday 4th August at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre, between 9am and 3pm, with free give aways, including popcorn and ferry floss.
• Simon Hemming, Mortgage Broker from Money Sense Lending, wrapped up the MFAA (Mortgage Finance Association of Australia) conference, and took the temperature on the housing and mortgage market. Simon is passionate about making his services inclusive and accessible for all.
• For Leisure Link Extra: Professor Henry Brodaty AO, this year's Senior Australian of the year had easy to follow tips to help you and your loved ones perhaps lessen your chances of being impacted by cognition challenges, dementia.

Resources:

Pedestrian Council: https://www.walk.au/

Brewed by Belinda: http://www.brewaedbybelinda.com.au

Aged and Disability Expo: https://disabilityexpo.com.au/expo/adelaide/  To book tickets go to: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/aged-disability-expo-adelaide-2026-tickets-1752286850139

Money Sense: http://www.mslending.au

Centre for Healthy Brain aging: https://www.unsw.edu.au/cheba