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10 Aug 2024

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This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:

  • Anderson Parker has just been selected for his first Paralympic Games, playing Wheelchair Tennis for Australia in Paris.
  • Charlotte Tucker was in Paris taking in the sights; sounds; smells and competition of the Olympic Games. Charlotte reported for Leisure Link exclusively.
  • Michele Watts wrapped up a big week at the Emerald Lakes Golf Course, featuring the Qld and Australian Blind Golf tournaments and the All-Abilities Golf Tournament.  You can find out more here: https://blindgolf.com.au/contact/
  • Chelsea Marchetti, resident physiotherapist from the Flipper Academy, launched their Flipper's babies  programs for babies  from 6 months of age.  Find out more here: https://www.flipperacademy.com.au/
  • Nigel Herring ,from Pentronics, introduced us to the Ultra-Cane orientation and mobility cane for people who are blind or have low vision.  You can call Pentronics on 02 47357355; email: service@pentronics.com.au or go to: https://www.pentronics.com.au/
  • Rebecca Baragwanath, Coordinator at Resthaven's Community Respite Services, spoke about the services; benefits to carers; and those they care for. Also how you may qualify. Phone 8198 2060 or go to: https://www.resthaven.asn.au/
  • Dr Chris Sanzaro, from the Australian Dental Association. For Dental Health Week, Chris shared some simple tips to care for your precious gums.  Find out more here: https://www.teeth.org.au/
  • Emily Hotchkin invited all students to think about volunteering and is very excited about taking part in a world record attempt for playing  netball for 84 hours - raising money and awareness for Disability Sports Australia; Peter Mac; Beyond Blue and Food-Bank Victoria.  To find out more email: hello@netballmarathon.com.au   
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