Join Vision Australia Radio Adelaide's Peter Greco weekly for Leisure Link. Peter brings you interviews covering sport, arts, recreation, health, social justice and general lifestyle topics for people of all abilities and interests – not just disabilities

Join Vision Australia Radio Adelaide's Peter Greco weekly for Leisure Link. Peter brings you interviews covering sport, arts, recreation, health, social justice and general lifestyle topics for people of all abilities and interests &ndash; not just disabilities

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Join Vision Australia Radio Adelaide's Peter Greco weekly for Leisure Link. Peter brings you interviews covering sport, arts, recreation, health, social justice and general lifestyle topics for people of all abilities and interests – not just disabilities.

Join Vision Australia Radio Adelaide's Peter Greco weekly for Leisure Link. Peter brings you interviews covering sport, arts, recreation, health, social justice and general lifestyle topics for people of all abilities and interests &ndash; not just disabilities.

25 Jul 2026

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/9d82cd21-fc23-4c82-9994-b491005bc836/transcript

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
Uncle Stevie Sumner, a proud Ngarrindjeri Man, was the  male recipient of this year's Premier's NAIDOC Award - in recognition of his outstanding achievements and significant contributions to improving the lives of Aboriginal people in South Australia.
Andriana Petrakis has returned from the European Virtus Summer Games, playing tennis with a very successful Australian team
Karen Anderson, Founder of the Escape to Better Foundation, spoke about the great Dunny Door Dash and the powerful work the Foundation is doing in the area of domestic violence - early intervention can help prevent very serious repercussions.
Pam Mitchell, Resident Counsellor, spoke about our sensory skills; being more aware; being more grateful.
Ifa Shaddiq is the Curator for the 10th Secret Art Exhibition at the Darwin Fringe Festival Shaddiq chatted about Ifa's role; career so far and the last few days to attend at the Untitled Gallery and Studio Caryota Court Coconut Grove.
Felicity Steer, Award Winning Artist, launched the A New Day Exhibition - all of August at the Henley South Post Office and News Agency 47 Henley Beach Road, Henley Beach South.
Shannon Roach, Head of Marketing at Nicorette Experience, encouraged those wanting to quit smoking or vaping by following the journey and joining the Quitaroos, with Nick Cummings, the “Honey Badger”

Resources:

Escape to a Better: https://escapetobetter.org/

Pam Mitchell: 0418 835 767

Secret Art Exhibition: https://launchdarwin.com.au/2026-secret-art-exhibition/

The Quitaroos: https://www.nicorette.com.au/quitaroos

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
<ul>
<li>Uncle Stevie Sumner, a proud Ngarrindjeri Man,&nbsp;was the&nbsp; male recipient of this year's Premier's NAIDOC Award - in recognition of his outstanding achievements and significant contributions to improving the lives of Aboriginal people in South Australia.</li>
<li>Andriana Petrakis has returned from the European Virtus Summer Games, playing tennis with a very successful Australian team</li>
<li>Karen Anderson, Founder of the Escape to Better Foundation, spoke about the great Dunny Door Dash and the powerful work the Foundation is doing in the area of domestic violence - early intervention can help prevent very serious repercussions.</li>
<li>Pam Mitchell, Resident Counsellor, spoke about&nbsp;our sensory skills; being more aware; being more grateful.</li>
<li>Ifa Shaddiq is the Curator for the 10th Secret Art Exhibition at the Darwin Fringe Festival Shaddiq chatted about Ifa's role; career so far and the last few days to attend at the Untitled Gallery and Studio Caryota Court Coconut Grove.</li>
<li>Felicity Steer, Award Winning Artist, launched the A New Day Exhibition -&nbsp;all of August at the Henley South Post Office and News Agency 47 Henley Beach Road, Henley Beach South.</li>
<li>Shannon Roach, Head of Marketing at Nicorette Experience, encouraged those wanting to quit smoking or vaping by following the journey and joining the Quitaroos, with Nick Cummings, the &ldquo;Honey Badger&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
Resources:
Escape to a Better:&nbsp;<a href="https://escapetobetter.org/">https://escapetobetter.org/</a>
Pam Mitchell: 0418 835 767
Secret Art Exhibition: <a href="https://launchdarwin.com.au/2026-secret-art-exhibition/">https://launchdarwin.com.au/2026-secret-art-exhibition/</a>
The Quitaroos: <a href="https://www.nicorette.com.au/quitaroos">https://www.nicorette.com.au/quitaroos</a>

18 Jul 2026

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/e56fcad8-5c9c-416b-a428-b48a0054c26a/transcript

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
Megan Mcloughlin, Dressage athlete and Anne Smith, Coach, wrapped-up “Dressage in the Dark” raising awareness about Disability Pride Month, and explained skills and challenges of competing as a rider with a vision impairment.
Lynne McDougall, President of Bowls Tasmania, invited all to come’n’try lawn bowls for anyone who is blind or has low vision, or find out more about being a Director for an athlete. (Full Details under resources in the Podcast Notes)
Dan Cox, CEO for Guide Dogs SA/NT, encouraged all to take part in Pawgust, a fundraising event for Guide Dogs in Australia and New Zealand. Dan also spoke about NAIDOC Week; a recent visit to the NT; and could guide dogs be cloned?
Chelsea Marchetti, from the Flipper Academy, talked about lung function, tests and ways to improve breathing.
Sherilee McManus,  a Proud Wiradjuri woman and First Nations Unit Manager at Hearing Australia, spoke about her team's work with hearing health challenges; ear diseases and some startling statistics for our First Nation's people, of any age
Grant Edwards, Manager for Home & Community Services at Resthaven, shared good news about the care-finder program expanding into the Mallee Coorong region and upper Limestone Coast in South Australia.
Bernie Emby introduced us to ShowerStar - The Shower Timer helping you save money and the planet save water.
Ben Tudhope, this year's Paralympian of the year, an interview from 30th May in an exclusive Podcast extra.

Resources:

Blind Bowls Tasmania Come’n’try event: Sunday 26th July 10 am Howrah Bowls Club.  Email: abbaenquiries@gmail.com or go to: https://blindbowls.bowls.com.au/ or http://www.bowlstasmania.com.au

Pawgust: https://www.pawgust.com.au/

NAIDOC Week: https://www.naidoc.org.au/

Flipper Academy: http://www.flipperacademy.com.au

Resthaven Care-Finders: https://www.resthaven.asn.au/care-finders/

ShowerStar Information: http://www.touchgrid.com

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
<ul>
<li>Megan Mcloughlin, Dressage athlete and Anne Smith, Coach, wrapped-up &ldquo;Dressage in the Dark&rdquo; raising awareness about Disability Pride Month, and explained skills and challenges of competing as a rider with a vision impairment.</li>
<li>Lynne McDougall, President of Bowls Tasmania, invited all to come&rsquo;n&rsquo;try lawn bowls for anyone who is blind or has low vision, or find out more about being a Director for an athlete. (Full Details under resources in the Podcast Notes)</li>
<li>Dan Cox, CEO for Guide Dogs SA/NT, encouraged all to take part in Pawgust, a fundraising event for Guide Dogs in Australia and New Zealand. Dan also spoke about NAIDOC Week; a recent visit to the NT; and could guide dogs be cloned?</li>
<li>Chelsea Marchetti, from the Flipper Academy, talked about lung function, tests and ways to improve breathing.</li>
<li>Sherilee McManus,&nbsp; a Proud Wiradjuri woman and First Nations Unit Manager at Hearing Australia, spoke about her team's work with hearing health challenges; ear diseases and some startling statistics for our First Nation's people, of any age</li>
<li>Grant Edwards, Manager for Home &amp; Community Services at Resthaven,&nbsp;shared good news about the care-finder program expanding into the Mallee Coorong region and upper Limestone Coast in South Australia.</li>
<li>Bernie Emby introduced us to ShowerStar - The Shower Timer helping you save money and the planet save water.</li>
<li>Ben Tudhope, this year's Paralympian of the year, an interview from 30th May in an exclusive Podcast extra.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
Resources:
Blind Bowls Tasmania Come&rsquo;n&rsquo;try event: Sunday 26th July 10 am Howrah Bowls Club.&nbsp; Email: <a href="mailto:abbaenquiries@gmail.com">abbaenquiries@gmail.com</a> or go to: <a href="https://blindbowls.bowls.com.au/">https://blindbowls.bowls.com.au/</a> or <a href="http://www.bowlstasmania.com.au">http://www.bowlstasmania.com.au</a>
Pawgust: <a href="https://www.pawgust.com.au/">https://www.pawgust.com.au/</a>
NAIDOC Week: <a href="https://www.naidoc.org.au/">https://www.naidoc.org.au/</a>
Flipper Academy: <a href="http://www.flipperacademy.com.au">http://www.flipperacademy.com.au</a>
Resthaven Care-Finders: <a href="https://www.resthaven.asn.au/care-finders/">https://www.resthaven.asn.au/care-finders/</a>
ShowerStar Information: <a href="http://www.touchgrid.com">http://www.touchgrid.com</a>

11 Jul 2026

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/d9c7d426-b318-46db-9001-b48300535000/transcript

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:

 
Professor Brendan Burkett OAM, four-time Paralympian; Gold Medalist; flag bearer, has just been Recognised with the International Paralympic Committee Scientific Award, for work in the scientific advancement of Paralympic sport.
Joe Szakacs, South Australian Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, launched the review e-Scooter laws, and will speak about continued funding for suicide prevention in the construction industry.
Alex Buzila, development & community engagement Co-ordinator for Illuminate Adelaide, invited all to the audio-described enhanced Night Visions, Tuesday 6pm 7th
David Mitchell, health commentator, had the latest news on the benefits of Creatine Monohydrate - for more than just brain health, and body builders, may be healthful for older people.
Belinda Hellyer, from Brewed By Belinda, chatted about the United Nations International Tea Day “Sustaining Tea, Supporting Commmunities.
Kelly Schulz, Chief Curiosity Officer from Knowable Me, shared insights from their latest report into recruitment, in particular some of the challenges just applying for a job,
Anushka Singh, Coordinator/VA Radio Speak My Language Project, is looking for participants from culturally and linguistically diverse groups for an upcoming podcast series “See Me Hear Me”
Dr Sandra Vale, CEO for the National Allergy Council, spoke about the just-launched new free food follower app - an online tool to help inform anyone with a very young child to help manage their allergy.

Resources:

South Australian E-Bike Review: https://yoursay.sa.gov.au/pmd-ebike-rules-review

Suicide Prevention: https://mates.org.au/

Illuminate Adelaide: https://www.illuminateadelaide.com/access-events-2026/*night-visions-audiodescribed-tour

International Tea Day: https://www.fao.org/international-tea-day/en

Brewed By Belinda: http://www.brewedbybelinda.com.au

Breaking Barriers: Inclusive Recruitment Insights from People with Disability: https://cdn.guidedogs.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/06/Breaking-Barriers-report.pdf

Knowable Me: http://www.knowable.me

See Me Hear Me (Anushka Singh): anushka.singh9@visionaustralia.org

Food Follower App: https://app.preventallergies.org.au/

National Allergy Council: https://preventallergies.org.au/

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Professor Brendan Burkett OAM, four-time Paralympian; Gold Medalist; flag bearer, has just been Recognised with the International Paralympic Committee Scientific Award, for work in the scientific advancement of Paralympic sport.</li>
<li>Joe Szakacs, South Australian Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, launched the review e-Scooter laws, and will speak about continued funding for suicide prevention in the construction industry.</li>
<li>Alex Buzila, development &amp; community engagement Co-ordinator for Illuminate Adelaide,&nbsp;invited all to the audio-described enhanced&nbsp;Night Visions, Tuesday 6pm 7th</li>
<li>David Mitchell, health commentator, had the latest news on the benefits of Creatine Monohydrate - for more than just brain health, and body builders, may be healthful for older people.</li>
<li>Belinda Hellyer, from Brewed By Belinda, chatted about the United Nations International Tea Day &ldquo;Sustaining Tea, Supporting Commmunities.</li>
<li>Kelly Schulz, Chief Curiosity Officer from Knowable Me, shared insights from their latest report into recruitment, in particular some of the challenges just applying for a job,</li>
<li>Anushka Singh, Coordinator/VA Radio Speak My Language Project, is looking for participants from culturally and linguistically diverse groups for an upcoming podcast series &ldquo;See Me Hear Me&rdquo;</li>
<li>Dr Sandra Vale, CEO for the National Allergy Council, spoke about the just-launched&nbsp;new free food follower app - an online tool to help inform anyone with a very young child to help manage their allergy.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
Resources:
South Australian E-Bike Review:&nbsp;<a href="https://yoursay.sa.gov.au/pmd-ebike-rules-review">https://yoursay.sa.gov.au/pmd-ebike-rules-review</a>
Suicide Prevention: <a href="https://mates.org.au/">https://mates.org.au/</a>
Illuminate Adelaide: <a href="https://www.illuminateadelaide.com/access-events-2026/*night-visions-audiodescribed-tour">https://www.illuminateadelaide.com/access-events-2026/*night-visions-audiodescribed-tour</a>
International Tea Day: <a href="https://www.fao.org/international-tea-day/en">https://www.fao.org/international-tea-day/en</a>
Brewed By Belinda: <a href="http://www.brewedbybelinda.com.au">http://www.brewedbybelinda.com.au</a>
Breaking Barriers: Inclusive Recruitment Insights from People with Disability: <a href="https://cdn.guidedogs.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/06/Breaking-Barriers-report.pdf">https://cdn.guidedogs.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/06/Breaking-Barriers-report.pdf</a>
Knowable Me: <a href="http://www.knowable.me">http://www.knowable.me</a>
See Me Hear Me (Anushka Singh): <a href="mailto:anushka.singh9@visionaustralia.org">anushka.singh9@visionaustralia.org</a>
Food Follower App: <a href="https://app.preventallergies.org.au/">https://app.preventallergies.org.au/</a>
National Allergy Council: <a href="https://preventallergies.org.au/">https://preventallergies.org.au/</a>

04 Jul 2026

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/7f06d7e1-147a-4450-96ff-b47c005d007e/transcript

25 Jul 2026

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