Kate Nipperess was a professional, race-winning jockey when, in 2016, a trackwork accident left her a paraplegic. After a lot of work, incredibly, Kate’s now back riding horses, with her eyes on competing at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. She and Steve discuss the benefits of wheelchair rugby – for sporty and non-sporty people alike – and how seeing herself as “a weapon” changed her outlook on life after injury. 

Life Rolls On is hosted by Steve Ralph and produced by Melanie Dimmitt. The podcast is powered by Hireup, a disability support platform connecting people and families with top-notch support workers. https://hireup.com.au/

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