This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
Susan Seipel, three-time Paralympian and World Record Champion in Para-canoe,
 has just announced her retirement.  Susan reflected on a Stella career and what she will do now.
Ned Brewer-Magai, Australian blind cricketer, had news on the Blind Cricket Blast, in Victoria 29th and 30th March - Victoria's answer to the IPL and Gather Round all in one.
Julee-Anne Bell is about to do an extensive tour of NSW, with Melissa Buchholz, celebrating their hit show "Perfectly Imperfect" venues and dates under "Resources in the podcast notes.
Pam Mitchell, Counsellor shared Pam's thoughts on the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion discussions
Lorcan Hopper, a member of the Beats Crew, and Tess Syme, Artist Development Co-ordinator at Tutti, invited all to the Heart Beat Club - for the first time featuring as part of the Adelaide Fringe Festival. Further details under "Resources" 
Jim Cooper, CEO Continents Health Australia, had news on the services and support they provide to people of all ages.  
Sarah Richardson, CEO for Health-Bright, chatted about their pioneering work in  the transforming mental health care across Australia, driving innovation using tele-mental health services. 

Resources:

Susan Seipel: http://www.susanseipel.com

Victorian Blind Cricket: http://www.vbca.org.au  

Pam Mitchell: 0418 835 767

Heart Beat Club: Friday, March 21st, at MOD,  Uni  SA, North Terrace. Phone 1300 621 255

Continents Australia: https://www.continence.org.au/

Health Bright: https://health-bright.com.au/ 

"Perfectly Imperfect": perfectlyimperfectnews@gmail.com 

Performance Times/date
GLEN INNES: Chapel Theatre 21st March 7pm http://www.giac.com.au 
ARMIDALE: St Peter's Anglican Cathedral 22nd March 7pm
TAMWORTH: Tamworth Regional Conservatorium 23rd March 23rd 3pm
NARRABRI: Thrive Church 24th March 7pm
DUBBO: Macquarie Conservatorium 25th March 7pm https://www.123tix.com.au/events/47375/perfectly-imperfect-songs-and-stories-of-life-love-and-laughter  
PARKES: Parkes Uniting Church 26th March 7pm
COWRA: Club Cowra 27th March 7pm
ALBURY: Albury Entertainment Centre 28th March 7pm
JUNEE: St Joseph's Catholic Church 29th March 7: 30pm
GOULBURN: Hume Conservatorium 30th March 30th 2pm 
TWIN TOWNS: Twin Towns Services Club Tuesday 1st April 11am
BALLINA: C3 Church 2nd April 7pm
CASINO: St Mark's Anglican Church 3rd April 7pm
Grafton Saraton Theatre 6th April 2pm, Julee-anne is a guest star in this show)  QUEENS OF SONG

 

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
<ul>
<li>Susan Seipel, three-time Paralympian and World Record Champion in Para-canoe, &nbsp;has just announced her retirement. &nbsp;Susan reflected on a Stella career and what she will do now.</li>
<li>Ned Brewer-Magai, Australian blind cricketer, had news on the Blind Cricket Blast, in Victoria 29th and 30th March - Victoria's answer to the IPL and Gather Round all in one.</li>
<li>Julee-Anne Bell is about to do an extensive tour of NSW, with Melissa Buchholz, celebrating their hit show "Perfectly Imperfect" venues and dates under "Resources in the podcast notes.</li>
<li>Pam Mitchell, Counsellor shared Pam's thoughts on the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion discussions</li>
<li>Lorcan Hopper, a member of the Beats Crew, and Tess Syme, Artist Development Co-ordinator at Tutti, invited all to the Heart Beat Club - for the first time featuring as part of the Adelaide Fringe Festival. Further details under "Resources"&nbsp;</li>
<li>Jim Cooper, CEO Continents Health Australia, had news on the services and support they provide to people of all ages. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Sarah Richardson, CEO for Health-Bright, chatted about their pioneering work in &nbsp;the transforming mental health care across Australia, driving innovation using tele-mental health services.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Resources:
Susan Seipel: <a href="http://www.susanseipel.com">http://www.susanseipel.com</a>
Victorian Blind Cricket: <a href="http://www.vbca.org.au">http://www.vbca.org.au</a> &nbsp;
Pam Mitchell: 0418 835 767
Heart Beat Club: Friday, March 21st, at MOD, &nbsp;Uni &nbsp;SA, North Terrace. Phone 1300 621 255
Continents Australia: <a href="https://www.continence.org.au/">https://www.continence.org.au/</a>
Health Bright: <a href="https://health-bright.com.au/">https://health-bright.com.au/</a>&nbsp;
"Perfectly Imperfect": <a href="mailto:perfectlyimperfectnews@gmail.com">perfectlyimperfectnews@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;
Performance Times/date GLEN INNES: Chapel Theatre 21st March 7pm <a href="http://www.giac.com.au">http://www.giac.com.au</a>&nbsp; ARMIDALE: St Peter's Anglican Cathedral 22nd March 7pm TAMWORTH: Tamworth Regional Conservatorium 23rd March 23rd 3pm NARRABRI: Thrive Church 24th March 7pm DUBBO: Macquarie Conservatorium 25th March 7pm <a href="https://www.123tix.com.au/events/47375/perfectly-imperfect-songs-and-stories-of-life-love-and-laughter">https://www.123tix.com.au/events/47375/perfectly-imperfect-songs-and-stories-of-life-love-and-laughter</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; PARKES: Parkes Uniting Church 26th March 7pm COWRA: Club Cowra 27th March 7pm ALBURY: Albury Entertainment Centre 28th March 7pm JUNEE: St Joseph's Catholic Church 29th March 7: 30pm GOULBURN: Hume Conservatorium 30th March 30th 2pm&nbsp; TWIN TOWNS: Twin Towns Services Club Tuesday 1st April 11am BALLINA: C3 Church 2nd April 7pm CASINO: St Mark's Anglican Church 3rd April 7pm Grafton Saraton Theatre 6th April 2pm, Julee-anne is a guest star in this show) &nbsp;QUEENS OF SONG
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15 Mar 2025

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/93cd0975-bbcd-4e3f-baa7-b2a0005c6577/transcript

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
Job van Bunge, coach of the men's Australian deaf cricket team, is just home from a tour to India. Job wrapped up the team's very credible performances
David Brown just graduated with guide dog Grant.  David chatted about the Graduation ceremony held this week by Guide Dogs SA & NT
Sarah McGoram shared her story of living with a rare cancer for nearly 30 years. Sarah has just completed Climbing for a Cause, to the top of Mount Kosciuszko,  raising money and awareness for Rare Cancers Australia.
Allison Davies, Music Therapist, let us know what happens to our brain when we go to a concert.
Marc Diplock introduced us to Salute for Service; the critical role they play with veterans; and a chance to win a brand-new utility vehicle.  
Reeva Brice conducted her regular yoga segment.
Adjunct Professor Denise Wood, from USC, chose some highlights from the 40th CSUN Conference in Anaheim.
Jill Bartlet, President of Therry Theatre, invited all to their season of "Mum's Gift" opening Thursday at the Arts Theatre Angas Street, book by calling 

Resources:

Rare Cancers Australia: http://www.rarecancers.org.au

Alison Davies: http://www.allisondavies.com.au

Salute for Service: http://www.saluteforservice.com.au

Reeva Brice: 0412 866 096

CSUN:    https://www.csun.edu

Therry Theatre "Mum's Gift": https://www.trybooking.com/CYXAY call 0411 924 566,

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
<ul>
<li>Job van Bunge, coach of the men's Australian deaf cricket team, is just home from a tour to India. Job wrapped up the team's very credible performances</li>
<li>David Brown just graduated with guide dog Grant. &nbsp;David chatted about the Graduation ceremony held this week by Guide Dogs SA &amp; NT</li>
<li>Sarah McGoram shared her story of living with a rare cancer for nearly 30 years. Sarah has just completed Climbing for a Cause, to the top of Mount Kosciuszko, &nbsp;raising money and awareness for Rare Cancers Australia.</li>
<li>Allison Davies, Music Therapist, let us know what happens to our brain when we go to a concert.</li>
<li>Marc Diplock introduced us to Salute for Service; the critical role they play with veterans; and a chance to win a brand-new utility vehicle. &nbsp;</li>
<li>Reeva Brice conducted her regular yoga segment.</li>
<li>Adjunct Professor Denise Wood, from USC, chose some highlights from the 40th CSUN Conference in Anaheim.</li>
<li>Jill Bartlet, President of Therry Theatre, invited all to their season of "Mum's Gift" opening Thursday at the Arts Theatre Angas Street, book by calling&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Resources:
Rare Cancers Australia: <a href="http://www.rarecancers.org.au">http://www.rarecancers.org.au</a>
Alison Davies: <a href="http://www.allisondavies.com.au">http://www.allisondavies.com.au</a>
Salute for Service: <a href="http://www.saluteforservice.com.au">http://www.saluteforservice.com.au</a>
Reeva Brice: 0412 866 096
CSUN: &nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.csun.edu">https://www.csun.edu</a>
Therry Theatre "Mum's Gift": <a href="https://www.trybooking.com/CYXAY">https://www.trybooking.com/CYXAY</a> call 0411 924 566,

29 Mar 2025

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/f3d0202d-5b3d-476a-b524-b2ae005dd27a/transcript

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: 
Sarah Ryan OAM, three-time Olympian; Gold and Silver Medalist, has just been inducted into the Sport SA Hall of Fame, and is now working with young people with disabilities  
Lachlan Wallace, Australian blind cricketer and Vice Chair of Blind Cricket Australia, broke news about the first women's Blind Cricket tour to Australia by the Pakistan team.  
Nat Cook, Minister for Human Services and ageing Well in South Australia encouraged all to consider planning with an Advanced Care Directive.  
Dr. Jonathan Akikusa is a Rheumatologist, specialising in rheumatoid arthritis in children. Jonathan had the latest news in advances in diagnosis and treatments,  
Raghu Bharadwaj shared news on Yara Valley Water partnering with Sagemcom and local disability services provider Nadrasca to roll out digital water meters.    
Jason Bryce, from Cash Welcome, responded to Reserve Bank Governor Michelle Bullock's comments at the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Economics, concerning  the future of cash. 
Rachael Lance, Head of Supporter Mobilization at WWF, had news on Earth Hour and taking part in Challenge 60.    

Resources:

SA Health Advance Care: http://www.advancecaredirectives.sa.gov.au  

Juvenile Arthritis Association Australia: https://www.jafa.org.au/  

Royal Children’s Melbourne Hospital: https://www.jafa.org.au/  

Nadrasca: https://www.nadrasca.com.au/  

Yara Valley Water: http://www.yvw.com.au  

Cash Welcome: http://www.cashwelcome.org.au 

Earth Hour: https://www.earthhour.org/  

 

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:&nbsp;
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</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Lachlan Wallace, Australian blind cricketer and Vice Chair of Blind Cricket Australia, broke news about the first women's Blind Cricket tour to Australia by the Pakistan team.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
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</ul>
<ul>
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</ul>
<ul>
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</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1">Jason Bryce, from Cash Welcome, responded to Reserve Bank Governor Michelle Bullock's comments at the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Economics, concerning &nbsp;the future of cash.&nbsp;</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335551671&quot;:0,&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1">Rachael Lance, Head of Supporter Mobilization at WWF, had news on Earth Hour and taking part in Challenge 60. &nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Resources:
SA Health Advance Care:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.advancecaredirectives.sa.gov.au/">http://www.advancecaredirectives.sa.gov.au</a> &nbsp;
Juvenile Arthritis Association Australia: <a href="https://www.jafa.org.au/">https://www.jafa.org.au/</a> &nbsp;
Royal Children&rsquo;s Melbourne Hospital: <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.jafa.org.au/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!AJpcfnPIGttqQLCOaIqLzv2VLwniZluZxKnAVGfZPnjCf-PI7dSf6AdMF64y_-8PvbN85TStS00Qdk0Xy-UR5CT3wXT3OUjM3BU$">https://www.jafa.org.au/</a> &nbsp;
Nadrasca: <a href="https://www.nadrasca.com.au/">https://www.nadrasca.com.au/</a> &nbsp;
Yara Valley Water: <a href="http://www.yvw.com.au/">http://www.yvw.com.au</a> &nbsp;
Cash Welcome: <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/www.cashwelcome.org.au__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!AJpcfnPIGttqQLCOaIqLzv2VLwniZluZxKnAVGfZPnjCf-PI7dSf6AdMF64y_-8PvbN85TStS00Qdk0Xy-UR5CT3wXT3bVVDIMY$">http://www.cashwelcome.org.au</a>&nbsp;
Earth Hour: <a href="https://www.earthhour.org/">https://www.earthhour.org/</a> &nbsp;
&nbsp;

22 Mar 2025

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
Tim Hodge OAM is a three-time Paralympian. Tim chatted about winning 2 Gold and a Silver medals in Paris and the launch of the Para Unit in NSW.
Sally Duncan, Manager of the Ausie Pearls Australian women's basketball Team for athletes with an intellectual disability, let us know about the squad just selected to prepare for the 2025 Virtus Games in Kazakhstan.
Louise Gosbell, disability researcher and advocate, spoke about the launch of CBM Australia's Luke 14 Inclusive Churches program.
Chelsea Marchetti, resident physiotherapist from the Flipper Academy, shared the benefits of resistance training, who can do well from it?
Emeritus Professor Terry Nolan AO, leading Australian immunologist from the University of Melbourne and Doherty Institute, discussed the needs of older Australians and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) ensuring their protection is also considered.
Mel Ottaway, Executive Manager Community Services & Retirement Living at Resthaven, chatted about, Caring for someone with dementia. You can contact the Dementia help line: 1800 110 550
Melanie Wong,  National Allergy Council Director & Clinical Immunology/Allergy Specialist, was  passionate about the Launch of allergy assist - developed by the National Allergy Council and the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine, is a free online platform providing rural GPs with specialist allergy advice,

Resources:
NSW Para-Unit Information: https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/dciths/ministerial-media-releases/critical-funding-locked-to-deliver-para-sport-unit-at-nswis
Aussie Pearls: https://www.australia.basketball/about/our-partners
Inclusive Churches Program: https://www.cbm.org.au/luke14
The Flipper Academy: http://www.flipperacademy.com.au
Resthaven: http://www.resthaven.asn.au
Allergy Assist: https://nationalallergycouncil.org.au/news/media-releases/groundbreaking-allergy-advice-platform-to-help-bridge-the-gap-in-care-for-rural-australians

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
<ul>
<li>Tim Hodge OAM is a three-time Paralympian. Tim chatted about winning 2 Gold and a Silver medals in Paris and the launch of the Para Unit in NSW.</li>
<li>Sally Duncan, Manager of the Ausie Pearls Australian women's basketball Team for athletes with an intellectual disability, let us know about the squad just selected to prepare for the 2025 Virtus Games in Kazakhstan.</li>
<li>Louise Gosbell, disability researcher and advocate, spoke about the launch of&nbsp;CBM Australia's&nbsp;Luke 14 Inclusive Churches program.</li>
<li>Chelsea Marchetti, resident physiotherapist from the Flipper Academy, shared the benefits of resistance training, who can do well from it?</li>
<li>Emeritus Professor Terry Nolan AO,&nbsp;leading Australian immunologist from the University of Melbourne and Doherty Institute, discussed the needs of older Australians and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) ensuring their protection is also considered.</li>
<li>Mel Ottaway, Executive Manager&nbsp;Community Services &amp; Retirement Living at Resthaven, chatted about, Caring for someone with dementia. You can contact the Dementia help line: 1800 110 550</li>
<li>Melanie Wong,&nbsp; National Allergy Council Director &amp; Clinical Immunology/Allergy Specialist, was&nbsp; passionate about the Launch of allergy assist - developed by the National Allergy Council and the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine, is a free online platform providing rural GPs with specialist allergy advice,</li>
</ul>
Resources:
<ul>
<li>NSW Para-Unit Information: <a href="https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/dciths/ministerial-media-releases/critical-funding-locked-to-deliver-para-sport-unit-at-nswis">https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/dciths/ministerial-media-releases/critical-funding-locked-to-deliver-para-sport-unit-at-nswis</a></li>
<li>Aussie Pearls: <a href="https://www.australia.basketball/about/our-partners">https://www.australia.basketball/about/our-partners</a></li>
<li>Inclusive Churches Program: <a href="https://www.cbm.org.au/luke14">https://www.cbm.org.au/luke14</a></li>
<li>The Flipper Academy: <a href="http://www.flipperacademy.com.au">http://www.flipperacademy.com.au</a></li>
<li>Resthaven: <a href="http://www.resthaven.asn.au">http://www.resthaven.asn.au</a></li>
<li>Allergy Assist: <a href="https://nationalallergycouncil.org.au/news/media-releases/groundbreaking-allergy-advice-platform-to-help-bridge-the-gap-in-care-for-rural-australians">https://nationalallergycouncil.org.au/news/media-releases/groundbreaking-allergy-advice-platform-to-help-bridge-the-gap-in-care-for-rural-australians</a></li>
</ul>

08 Mar 2025

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