Leisure Link11 Nov 2023
- Kate McLoughlin, Chef de Mission for the Australian Paralympic team Paris 2024, chats about the Paralympic PIN project recognising each athlete that has represented Australia at Paralympic Games. Kate also updated us on how Paris's preparation is coming along.
- Kieran Murphy previewed the World Cup event in South Australia featuring cyclists with disabilities held at Tailem Bend in January. More details here: https://tourdownunder.com.au/products/events/2024/uci-paracycling-road-world-cup-teams-relay
- Rae Dower, former Matilda and Technical Director for Football Australia, had news of the Growing Football Fund, supported by the Commonwealth Bank, and the opportunities it will provide for girls and women with disabilities. You can find out more here: https://www.footballaustralia.com.au/growingfootballfund
- Grant Leonard, Captain of the South Australia Team, wrapped up the AFL wheelchair Nationals.
- Scott Norman, Managing Director for Generation Youth, and Christiaan Meyer shared some stories of the positive difference they are making to the lives of young people with disabilities, and youths at risk. For more information go to their website: https://www.generationyouth.com.au/
- Chris Corcoran, Manager for Reading Radio in Queensland, talked about the radio station being recognised in the Blind Australian of the year's Employer of Choice Award. You can find the Radio stations here: https://readingradio.org.au/ https://www.blindaustralianoftheyear.com.au/2023/11/09/employer-of-choice-award-2023-is-reading-radio-formerly-radio-4rph/
- Mark Trebilcock, Co-ordinator for Aged Care Alternatives, had news on changes to personal alert systems from 3G to 4G taking place after 30th June 2024. Mark welcomes you calling him for more details, 8408 4600 or go to https://agedcarealternatives.net.au/featured/changes-to-the-personal-alert-system/
- Megan Dansie, Director for the Rep season of Treasure Island, invited all to the Rep Theatre' performances commencing Thursday. ook by calling 8212 5777 or go to https://adelaiderep.com/
