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.

Vision Australia Radiothon is on now. Donate via <a href="http://www.varadio.org">www.varadio.org</a> and make a tax deductible donation of $2 or more to support our service to the blind, low vision and print disability community.
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.

Leisure Link (90 min)- 30 Jul 2022

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/c62f6ac9-e36a-4785-8230-aee10077f7df/transcript

This week on Leisure Link with Peter Greco:
Lauren Parker, won 2 Gold and 1 Silver Medal in Paris and is the 2024 Paralympian of the year https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.challengedathletes.org/athletes/lauren-parker/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy9h4R8gdQ$
Kelly Hamlyn, has just completed the very inclusive Marjorie Jackson Nelson Centre for Women's Sport Program https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://mjncentreforwomenssport.com.au/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy88KrZIxw$
Matt Cowdrey OAM, Member for Colton, Shadow Minister for Sport and the Environment in South Australia will speak about the possibility of awarding retrospective OAMs, to Paralympic Gold Medalists, funding for events such as the National Transplant Game and the progress of telephone voting for people who are blind or have low vision at the 2026 state election, will Matt stand for election in 2026?
https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.mattcowdrey.com.au/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy90GtF7Dw$
Pam Mitchell, Counsellor delivers Pam's traditional Christmas Message, contact Pam on 0418 835 767.
Alexandra Morse, Director for Creative Therapies Tasmania shares the total frustration of therapists, participants and their families being left in limbo regarding their therapy being accepted by the NDIS,  as having evidence based benefits https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://alexandramorse.com.au/about/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy-xYV2J6w$
Tracy Adams, CEO for the Kids Helpline has news on a successful fundraiser, where calls to Santa from a public payphone will ensure continued vital services 1800 551 800
https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://kidshelpline.com.au/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy_XCx7_Ug$
Angie Randall, was Angie Robertson  in the 1980's,  led the orchestra for a decade at Vision Australia's Carols by Candle Light, shares some lovely memories of this time honoured event, https://carols.visionaustralia.org/

You and the world can stream the  show, https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://player.listenlive.co/65731/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy9WdwvY-A$ 

Hit the play button or through the Tune In radio app, or the Comunity Radio Plus app  look for Vision Australia Radio Adelaide, or in Adelaide on 1197AM, I invite you to follow me on X @sweettweetpeet

 

This week on Leisure Link with Peter Greco:
<ul>
<li>Lauren Parker, won 2 Gold and 1 Silver Medal in Paris and is the 2024 Paralympian of the year <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.challengedathletes.org/athletes/lauren-parker/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy9h4R8gdQ$">https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.challengedathletes.org/athletes/lauren-parker/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy9h4R8gdQ$</a></li>
<li>Kelly Hamlyn, has just completed the very inclusive Marjorie Jackson Nelson Centre for Women's Sport Program <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/mjncentreforwomenssport.com.au/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy88KrZIxw$">https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://mjncentreforwomenssport.com.au/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy88KrZIxw$</a></li>
<li>Matt Cowdrey OAM, Member for Colton, Shadow Minister for Sport and the Environment in South Australia will speak about the possibility of awarding retrospective OAMs, to Paralympic Gold Medalists, funding for events such as the National Transplant Game and the progress of telephone voting for people who are blind or have low vision at the 2026 state election, will Matt stand for election in 2026? <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.mattcowdrey.com.au/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy90GtF7Dw$">https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.mattcowdrey.com.au/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy90GtF7Dw$</a></li>
<li>Pam Mitchell, Counsellor delivers Pam's traditional Christmas Message, contact Pam on 0418 835 767.</li>
<li>Alexandra Morse, Director for Creative Therapies Tasmania shares the total frustration of therapists, participants and their families being left in limbo regarding their therapy being accepted by the NDIS, &nbsp;as having evidence based benefits <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/alexandramorse.com.au/about/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy-xYV2J6w$">https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://alexandramorse.com.au/about/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy-xYV2J6w$</a></li>
<li>Tracy Adams, CEO for the Kids Helpline has news on a successful fundraiser, where calls to Santa from a public payphone will ensure continued vital services 1800 551 800 <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/kidshelpline.com.au/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy_XCx7_Ug$">https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://kidshelpline.com.au/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy_XCx7_Ug$</a></li>
<li>Angie Randall, was Angie Robertson &nbsp;in the 1980's, &nbsp;led the orchestra for a decade at Vision Australia's Carols by Candle Light, shares some lovely memories of this time honoured event, <a href="https://carols.visionaustralia.org/">https://carols.visionaustralia.org/</a></li>
</ul>
You and the world can stream the&nbsp; show, <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/player.listenlive.co/65731/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy9WdwvY-A$">https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://player.listenlive.co/65731/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!DIXkW46BjZtbqeDYKrqysLySdnfViCmUnYD1CddY3-P0HRAfPEE0eLpS0UszetutX84dZZpfWsQbRIo76myoHAgCgy9WdwvY-A$ </a>
Hit the play button or through the Tune In radio app, or the Comunity Radio Plus app &nbsp;look for Vision Australia Radio Adelaide, or in Adelaide on 1197AM, I invite you to follow me on X @sweettweetpeet
&nbsp;

21 Dec 2024

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/c50e4399-4970-46ef-8f18-b24c0009bfc0/transcript

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
Jed Altschwager, Paralympic Gold Medallist, is - along with  Nikki Ayers - winner of the Paralympics Australia Team of the Year in Para-rowing.  Jed chatted about the new SASI Para-Sports unit that has just been Launched and Jed's appointment to the role of Para-Sport Transition Coach.  Find out more here: https://www.sasi.sa.gov.au/news/2024/new-sasi-para-sport-unit-launched-to-support-more-athletes-paralympic-dreams
Andriana Petrakis reflected on 2024 - winning medals on the tennis circuit in France and Australia and being a finalist in the Young South Australian of the year awards.
Ben Dew, Pathways and Events Specialist for Tennis Australia, spoke about the many opportunities/events available for athletes with disabilities this summer.  Find out more here: https://ausopen.com/whats-on?pyd=week-2 
Grant Leonard, Captain of the South Australian AFL Wheelchair Teams, wrapped up the AFL open Nationals held in Queensland last week.
Chelsea Marchetti, resident physiotherapist from the Flipper Academy, shared news on the Summer Flipper Fun Program in January 2025.  Find out more here: https://www.flipperacademy.com.au/
Emily Bourke, "the Galaxy's first Assistant Minister for autism", spoke about the proposed legislation for parking permits that has just been announced. Also spoke about the autism assessment  and diagnosis advisory group, and more.
Julie Johinke, Senior Manager for Marketing and Communication at Resthaven, fondly looked back on 27 years of Resthaven guests on Leisure Link and previewed Resthaven's 90th year celebrations.
Dr Rebecca Flower from Latrobe University had news on the just launched Neurodiversity Employment Toolkit for the Victorian public sector, accessible and relevant to all. For more information:   https://vpsc.vic.gov.au/workforce-capability-leadership-and-management/neurodiversity-employment-toolkit/ 

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:
<ul>
<li>Jed Altschwager, Paralympic Gold Medallist, is - along with &nbsp;Nikki Ayers - winner of the Paralympics Australia Team of the Year in Para-rowing. &nbsp;Jed chatted about the new SASI Para-Sports unit that has just been Launched and Jed's appointment to the role of Para-Sport Transition Coach. &nbsp;Find out more here: <a href="https://www.sasi.sa.gov.au/news/2024/new-sasi-para-sport-unit-launched-to-support-more-athletes-paralympic-dreams">https://www.sasi.sa.gov.au/news/2024/new-sasi-para-sport-unit-launched-to-support-more-athletes-paralympic-dreams</a></li>
<li>Andriana Petrakis reflected on 2024 - winning medals on the tennis circuit in France and Australia and being a finalist in the Young South Australian of the year awards.</li>
<li>Ben Dew, Pathways and Events Specialist for Tennis Australia, spoke about the many opportunities/events available for athletes with disabilities this summer.&nbsp; Find out more here: <a href="https://ausopen.com/whats-on?pyd=week-2">https://ausopen.com/whats-on?pyd=week-2</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>Grant Leonard, Captain of the South Australian AFL Wheelchair Teams, wrapped up the AFL open Nationals held in Queensland last week.</li>
<li>Chelsea Marchetti, resident physiotherapist from the Flipper Academy, shared news on the Summer Flipper Fun Program in January 2025. &nbsp;Find out more here: <a href="https://www.flipperacademy.com.au/">https://www.flipperacademy.com.au/</a></li>
<li>Emily Bourke, "the Galaxy's first Assistant Minister for autism", spoke about the proposed legislation for parking permits that has just been announced. Also spoke about the autism assessment &nbsp;and diagnosis advisory group, and more.</li>
<li>Julie Johinke, Senior Manager for Marketing and Communication at Resthaven, fondly looked back on 27 years of Resthaven guests on Leisure Link and previewed Resthaven's 90th year celebrations.</li>
<li>Dr Rebecca Flower from Latrobe University had news on the just launched Neurodiversity Employment Toolkit for the Victorian public sector, accessible and relevant to all. For more information: &nbsp; <a href="https://vpsc.vic.gov.au/workforce-capability-leadership-and-management/neurodiversity-employment-toolkit/">https://vpsc.vic.gov.au/workforce-capability-leadership-and-management/neurodiversity-employment-toolkit/</a>&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

14 Dec 2024

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/31282fb3-fba3-4a43-98ec-b245005a3d12/transcript

This week on Leisure Link with Peter Greco:
James Turner OAM won 2 gold medals and broke a world record in Paris. James has also just won the Australian Male Para-athlete of the year award.  In this interview James shared his challenges in 2024 as well as his resolve and resilience.
Georgia Beikoff, has just returned with the Commbank ParaMatildas - the first Australian senior football team to win a World Cup. 
Gareth Hogan, from Making Waves, previewed the preparation of their yacht "Kayle" in the Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht race". 
David Mitchell, health commentator, spoke about blood test results and how often sub-optimal levels of nutrients are not picked up: what can you do to help yourself or a loved one?
Belinda Hellyer, from Brewed By Belinda 97a Old Port Road Queenstown, had recipes to use tea to cool us down during this Christmas and summer season
Abby Jayasuriya, Assistive Technology Specialist from Guide Dogs NSW & ACT, chatted about the pop-up Black Friday event they hosted to raise awareness about digital accessibility when shopping,
Kirra Pendergast, Founder of Safe on Social, had valuable information to help keep us and our children safer in the metaverse. 
Fiona Donaldson, Advocate and specialist in the accessible travel sphere, called for the Federal Government to make 2025 the year of accessible travel.  

Resources: 
Learn more about the Para Matildas here: https://www.paramatildas.com.au/
Making Waves Website: http://www.makingwaves.au
Brewed by Belinda: 0419 839 702 http://www.brewedbybelinda.com.aa
Guide Dogs NSW/ACT: http://www.guidedogs.com.au
Safe on Social: https://www.safeonsocial.com
Supported Travel eXperiences: https://www.supportedtravelx.com.au/

This week on Leisure Link with Peter Greco:
<ul>
<li>James Turner OAM won 2 gold medals and broke a world record in Paris. James has also just won the Australian Male Para-athlete of the year award.  In this interview James shared his challenges in 2024 as well as his resolve and resilience.</li>
<li>Georgia Beikoff, has just returned with the Commbank ParaMatildas - the first Australian senior football team to win a World Cup. </li>
<li>Gareth Hogan, from Making Waves, previewed the preparation of their yacht "Kayle" in the Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht race". </li>
<li><a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.makingwaves.au__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!BaOahVsjkI6HmHwno6nPwVPTq4IliAAzV0BEDZDvoRbBAo8VUOrvYvjGxBbRuuZkGtzZ8YUj_xZ5tX_nUV3Z43sCpxUtTZbBFD4$" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1"></a>David Mitchell, health commentator, spoke about blood test results and how often sub-optimal levels of nutrients are not picked up: what can you do to help yourself or a loved one?</li>
<li>Belinda Hellyer, from Brewed By Belinda 97a Old Port Road Queenstown, had recipes to use tea to cool us down during this Christmas and summer season</li>
<li>Abby Jayasuriya, Assistive Technology Specialist from Guide Dogs NSW &amp; ACT, chatted about the pop-up Black Friday event they hosted to raise awareness about digital accessibility when shopping,</li>
<li>Kirra Pendergast, Founder of Safe on Social, had valuable information to help keep us and our children safer in the metaverse. </li>
<li>Fiona Donaldson, Advocate and specialist in the accessible travel sphere, called for the Federal Government to make 2025 the year of accessible travel.  </li>
</ul>
Resources: 
<ul>
<li>Learn more about the Para Matildas here: <a href="https://www.paramatildas.com.au/">https://www.paramatildas.com.au/</a> </li>
<li>Making Waves Website: <a href="http://www.makingwaves.au">http://www.makingwaves.au</a> </li>
<li>Brewed by Belinda: 0419 839 702 <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.brewedbybelinda.com.au__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!BaOahVsjkI6HmHwno6nPwVPTq4IliAAzV0BEDZDvoRbBAo8VUOrvYvjGxBbRuuZkGtzZ8YUj_xZ5tX_nUV3Z43sCpxUtd1YlNXE$" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">http://www.brewedbybelinda.com.aa</a></li>
<li>Guide Dogs NSW/ACT: <a href="http://www.guidedogs.com.au">http://www.guidedogs.com.au</a></li>
<li>Safe on Social: <a href="https://www.safeonsocial.com">https://www.safeonsocial.com</a> </li>
<li>Supported Travel eXperiences: <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.supportedtravelx.com.au/__;!!BW9V2p7J0Kl2QvQ!BaOahVsjkI6HmHwno6nPwVPTq4IliAAzV0BEDZDvoRbBAo8VUOrvYvjGxBbRuuZkGtzZ8YUj_xZ5tX_nUV3Z43sCpxUt_PqYKcU$">https://www.supportedtravelx.com.au/</a></li>
</ul>

07 Dec 2024

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/fa7924ac-d4fd-4bff-b1b4-ac7f006dda87/clips/ba8935dd-6c60-477b-801f-b23e005e499e/transcript

Leisure Link (90 min)- 30 Jul 2022

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