This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
From Paris: Chad Perris, Paralympic Medallist and now three-time Paralympian, is preparing for the T13 100 metres on the track. UPDATE: Chad has qualified for the final.
David Bryant is preparing for the paratriathlon,
Blake Cochrane OAM, Paralympic Gold Medallist and four-time Paralympian is co-hosting the Nine Network's coverage of the Paralympic Games.  Find updates and links to events here: https://www.nine.com.au/sport/paralympics
Simone Pearce, mother of Grace Brimelow, shared Simone's perspective after the opening Ceremony and competition begins.
Zac Delmedico and Sam Gligora coached the Atherston football team to a premiership in the APM Employment League.  
Allison Davies music therapist, chatted about what happens to us and our brains when we whistle. You can find Alison on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allisondavies.com.au
Reeva Brice conducted her regular yoga segment. You can contact Reeva on 0412 866 096.
Professor Denise Wood from USC, updated us on the latest news from Google: the new Phones; and news from Amazon Prime.

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
<ul>
<li>From Paris: Chad Perris, Paralympic Medallist and now three-time Paralympian, is preparing for the T13 100 metres on the track. UPDATE: Chad has qualified for the final.</li>
<li>David Bryant is preparing for the paratriathlon,</li>
<li>Blake Cochrane OAM, Paralympic Gold Medallist and four-time Paralympian is co-hosting the Nine Network's coverage of the Paralympic Games.  Find updates and links to events here: <a href="https://www.nine.com.au/sport/paralympics">https://www.nine.com.au/sport/paralympics</a>  </li>
<li>Simone Pearce, mother of Grace Brimelow, shared Simone's perspective after the opening Ceremony and competition begins.</li>
<li>Zac Delmedico and Sam Gligora coached the Atherston football team to a premiership in the APM Employment League.  </li>
<li>Allison Davies music therapist, chatted about what happens to us and our brains when we whistle. You can find Alison on facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/allisondavies.com.au">https://www.facebook.com/allisondavies.com.au</a></li>
<li>Reeva Brice conducted her regular yoga segment. You can contact Reeva on 0412 866 096.</li>
<li>Professor Denise Wood from USC, updated us on the latest news from Google: the new Phones; and news from Amazon Prime.</li>
</ul>

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

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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.

31 Aug 2024

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/7419ac1d-93f0-4b6d-8dc6-b1dc006df820/transcript

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
Vanessa Low OAM, two-time Paralympic Gold Medalist, competed in Paris in track and field (Vanessa's 4th Games) also the first time since giving birth to Matteo in 2022, 
Alex Kout, this year's AFL Auskicker, shared his experience at the Grand Final at the MCG, 
Antonio Ianella is about to release his first book "Saigon Siren" showing courage; resillience and recovery after having a stroke in Vietnam. Find out more here: https://antonioiannella.com.au/  Check out Antionio's band "The Lion Tamers"
David Mitchell, Health Commentator, shared news on how to improve gum; oral and general dental health,
Belinda Hellyer, from Brewed By Belinda 97A Old Port Road at Queenstown, spoke about how we can change our choice of tea to drink with the change of seasons. Call 0419 839 702 or go to: https://brewedbybelinda.com.au/
Ryan Goodwin, Creative Director for the Focus On Ability Film Festival, wrapped up the Red Carpet Awards. Learn more here: https://www.focusonability.com.au/
Dr Martine Perkins, from the Village Vet, sounded a warning for dog and cat owners of Tick Paralysis, 
Kalp Shah, optometrist from Spec Savers, had news on research showing how the colour of your eyes can impact on the damage the sun can do, is there a link?  

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
<ul>
<li>Vanessa Low OAM, two-time Paralympic Gold Medalist, competed in Paris in track and field (Vanessa's 4th Games) also the first time since giving birth to Matteo in 2022, </li>
<li>Alex Kout, this year's AFL Auskicker, shared his experience at the Grand Final at the MCG, </li>
<li>Antonio Ianella is about to release his first book "Saigon Siren" showing courage; resillience and recovery after having a stroke in Vietnam. Find out more here: <a href="https://antonioiannella.com.au/">https://antonioiannella.com.au/</a>  Check out Antionio's band "The Lion Tamers"</li>
<li>David Mitchell, Health Commentator, shared news on how to improve gum; oral and general dental health,</li>
<li>Belinda Hellyer, from Brewed By Belinda 97A Old Port Road at Queenstown, spoke about how we can change our choice of tea to drink with the change of seasons. Call 0419 839 702 or go to: <a href="https://brewedbybelinda.com.au/">https://brewedbybelinda.com.au/</a></li>
<li>Ryan Goodwin, Creative Director for the Focus On Ability Film Festival, wrapped up the Red Carpet Awards. Learn more here: <a href="https://www.focusonability.com.au/">https://www.focusonability.com.au/</a></li>
<li>Dr Martine Perkins, from the Village Vet, sounded a warning for dog and cat owners of Tick Paralysis, </li>
<li>Kalp Shah, optometrist from Spec Savers, had news on research showing how the colour of your eyes can impact on the damage the sun can do, is there a link?  </li>
</ul>

05 Oct 2024

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/51f8b4c5-03fd-4d83-8114-b1ff005c2d7d/transcript

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
Gordon Allan has just returned from Paris with a Paralympic Bronze Medal in the open C1-5 team sprint, with Alistair Donohoe and Korey Boddington.
Mardi Foweraker is coach of the 2024 C6 netball premiers from the Tango Netball Club.
Andriana Petrakis was celebrating in Athens after winning two silver and a bronze medals at the World Tennis Championships in Annecy, France.
Professor Juli Coffin, from Broome, has won the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Australian Mental Health Prize for Juli's Equine Assisted Learning Program,  
Madeleine Ruskin, from the Community Team at Spoony, chatted about the just-launched App for the neurodiverse; chronically ill or people with disabilities - making social connection, dating, safe and accessible.  Find out more here: https://www.spoony.app/
Reeva Brice conducted her regular yoga segment. You can contact Reeva on 0412 866 096
Blaise Itabelo, Community Engagement Manager for Refugee Sponsorship, and Joe Sheehy shared the benefits of Perth Welcoming Week - highlighting the difference   Community Sponsorship for Refugees can make. You too can also get involved: https://refugeesponsorship.org.au/

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
<ul>
<li>Gordon Allan has just returned from Paris with a Paralympic Bronze Medal in the open C1-5 team sprint, with Alistair Donohoe and Korey Boddington.</li>
<li>Mardi Foweraker is coach of the 2024 C6 netball premiers from the Tango Netball Club.</li>
<li>Andriana Petrakis was celebrating in Athens after winning two silver and a bronze medals at the World Tennis Championships in Annecy, France.</li>
<li>Professor Juli Coffin, from Broome, has won the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Australian Mental Health Prize for Juli's Equine Assisted Learning Program,  </li>
<li>Madeleine Ruskin, from the Community Team at Spoony, chatted about the just-launched App for the neurodiverse; chronically ill or people with disabilities - making social connection, dating, safe and accessible.  Find out more here: <a href="https://www.spoony.app/">https://www.spoony.app/</a></li>
<li>Reeva Brice conducted her regular yoga segment. You can contact Reeva on 0412 866 096</li>
<li>Blaise Itabelo, Community Engagement Manager for Refugee Sponsorship, and Joe Sheehy shared the benefits of Perth Welcoming Week - highlighting the difference   Community Sponsorship for Refugees can make. You too can also get involved: <a href="https://refugeesponsorship.org.au/">https://refugeesponsorship.org.au/</a>  </li>
</ul>

28 Sep 2024

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/a9c42d3d-5e34-4041-9cfc-b1f7006a45f7/transcript

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
Jed Altswager, along with Nikki Ayers, the "Unstoppables"  have just won Australia's first Gold Medal in the mixed double sculls PR3 at the Paris Paralympics.
Heidi Girolamo, Shadow Minister for Cost of Living; Tax Reform and Finance, chatted about Heidi's new portfolios as well as answering what happens to the policy work that had been started in the disability area under her previous role. Heidi is always keen to hear from constituents, you can call Parliament House on 8237 9100 and ask to be put through to Heidi's office.
Pam Mitchell, resident Counsellor, spoke about dementia, in this Dementia Action Week.  Contact Pam on 0418 835 767
Sherill Nixon, CEO for Australian Schools Plus, with news on the teachers that have been recognised pioneering initiatives at the annual teaching awards, in Canberra, supported by the Commonwealth Bank.
Dr Sam Hay shared research on how there is an increase in  invasive Meningococcal during Spring.  Find out more here: https://meningitis.com.au/
Professor Tanya Buchanan, CEO from Dementia Australia, talked about Dementia Action Week and the importance of action and language. Check out their podcast, “Hold The Momentea”  Find out more here: https://www.dementia.org.au/
Neville Houghton, Finance Guru with Finance Facts, has figures showing the impressive returns from long-term investing in the stock market. You can 
contact Neville on 0452 596 855.

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
<ul>
<li>Jed Altswager, along with Nikki Ayers, the "Unstoppables"  have just won Australia's first Gold Medal in the mixed double sculls PR3 at the Paris Paralympics.</li>
<li>Heidi Girolamo, Shadow Minister for Cost of Living; Tax Reform and Finance, chatted about Heidi's new portfolios as well as answering what happens to the policy work that had been started in the disability area under her previous role. Heidi is always keen to hear from constituents, you can call Parliament House on 8237 9100 and ask to be put through to Heidi's office.</li>
<li>Pam Mitchell, resident Counsellor, spoke about dementia, in this Dementia Action Week.  Contact Pam on 0418 835 767</li>
<li>Sherill Nixon, CEO for Australian Schools Plus, with news on the teachers that have been recognised pioneering initiatives at the annual teaching awards, in Canberra, supported by the Commonwealth Bank.</li>
<li>Dr Sam Hay shared research on how there is an increase in  invasive Meningococcal during Spring.  Find out more here: <a href="https://meningitis.com.au/">https://meningitis.com.au/</a></li>
<li>Professor Tanya Buchanan, CEO from Dementia Australia, talked about Dementia Action Week and the importance of action and language. Check out their podcast, “Hold The Momentea”  Find out more here: <a href="https://www.dementia.org.au/">https://www.dementia.org.au/</a></li>
<li>Neville Houghton, Finance Guru with Finance Facts, has figures showing the impressive returns from long-term investing in the stock market. You can  contact Neville on 0452 596 855.</li>
</ul>

21 Sep 2024

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/2f5cfb80-79a0-4c5e-a3e6-b1f1005ca29c/transcript

31 Aug 2024

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