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  1. 06 Jun 2026

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    06 Jun 2026

    Podcast notes Available Monday See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1hr 30min
  2. 30 May 2026

    30 May

    30 May 2026

    This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: Ben Tudhope, four-time Winter-Paralympian shared his inspirational winning of a silver and bronze medal at the 2026 winter Paralympics; and had an empowering message for any person or family member with a disability. Chris Edwards, Chief Mission Officer at Vision Australia, explained why the AM signal for radio stations in Adelaide; Melbourne; and Perth are shutting down from 1st July and how you can access the station via a digital radio; online or through the Community Radio app.   Melanie Kieley, CEO for MS WA, spoke about World MS Day events in Western Australia; South Australia; and the Northern Territory, and updated us on services in SA and NT are progressing. Allison Davies, music therapist; is a devotee of music festivals, what are/were some of the good; bad and; indifferent about such events. Chris Tanti, CEO for the Leukemia Foundation, had research about “scanxiety” where people diagnosed with cancer worry about living from scan to scan,  and encouraged giving to the foundation so they can continue their services. Reeva Brice conducted Reeva's popular Yoga on the Radio. Adjunct Professor Denise Wood, from USC, had some highlights from Global Accessibility Awareness Day and Pope Leo XIV's encyclical. Resources: MS WA: http://www.mswa.org.au World MS Day: https://worldmsday.org Alison Davies: http://www.allisondavies.com.au Reeva Brice: 0412 866 096 World Accessibility Day: https://accessibility.day/events/ Pope Leo XIV's encyclical : https://www.vaticannews.va/en/africa/news/2026-05/magnifica-humanitas-professor-lushombo-shares-insights-on-ai-an.html See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1hr 26min
  3. 23 May 2026

    23 May

    23 May 2026

    This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:   Lakeisha “Lucky” Patterson OAM, three-time Paralympic gold medallist has just been selected for a 4th Commonwealth Games. Tricia Crockford has been chosen to coach the Rubies - the South Australian netball team to the Marie Little OAM Shield Nationals in Melbourne. How is the team's preparation going, and the C6 competition has a "new" team? Kristy Stichter invited those living in the north-west of Tasmania to their Blind Citizens Australia catch up Wednesday 10th June at the Cafe Europa Burnie. Contact Details under resources in the podcast notes. Melanie Chatfield, National Policy Officer from Blind Citizens Australia, responded to the NDIS news, budget announcements and encouraged people to make a submission. Joseph Stephen is doing exciting work and progress with the Dotpad, a multi-line refreshable braille display, using screen readers and more. The Dotpad will feature at Tech Fest U city 43 Franklin Street Adelaide, 17th June 17th, Naomi Bonacci-Roca has cared for family member since the age of 7. Naomi spoke about the impact on her and other young carers education; employment and how her own health and earning potential is also effected. Hayley Percy, Senior Curator of Music for Rising Melbourne, was enthused and passionate about the 2026 line up. John Duncan, Chief Operating Officer for Brake Driver Awareness, spoke about National Road Safety week, and the work John and his team are doing educating youngsters before getting their license. Resources: South Australian Rubies: https://sa.netball.com.au/south-australian-rubies Tricia Crockford: Mobile: 0407 379 804 email: kristystichter8@gmail.com National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future Generations) Bill 2026 - Parliament of Australia: https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/Senate/Community_Affairs/NDISFutureGenBill?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Thu*May*21*2026&utm_campaign=Proposed*NDIS*Changes*Explained*Community*Forum*Invitation Blind Citizens Australia: https://www.bca.org.au/campaigns/ DotPad: http://www.dotincorp.com TechFest 2026: https://seedifferently.org.au/support-us-and-donate/events/techfest2026/ Young Carers Network: https://youngcarersnetwork.com.au/ Rising Melbourne: https://2026.rising.melbourne/ Brake Drive Awareness: http://www.brake.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1hr 28min
  4. 16 May 2026

    16 May

    16 May 2026

    This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:   Clare Reilly has just completed the Mundda Biddi Trail in Western Australia with “The Rig” from the Not A Wheelchair Company. Ken Watson, from the Kensington Marryatville bowling club, invited all to attend a come n try lawn bowls day for people who are blind or have low vision; or interested in becoming a director. Sunday 24th May 10am. Charlie-Helen Robinson is a committee member for Story Telling Australia: the South Australian Chapter and is so enthusiastic about the History Festival Event, Sunday, 24th May 1:45pm Knightsbridge Guide Hall, Leabrook Pam Mitchell, Counsellor, spoke about being in control - the emotional; reasonable; and wise parts of the brain. Leanne Sheil, from Magnifiers Australia, is coming to TechFest, U City, 43 Franklin Street Adelaide 17th June 17th. Leanne had some inexpensive; simple products and information that is making a huge difference to people with macular degeneration, and their quality of life.   find out how the correct lighting can make an wonderful impact, TechFest is put on by See Differently, Aasha Rose PHD, student from the University of Southern Queensland, researching braille and the impact on people's quality of life. Assha and will be presenting at the Round Table for Information Access for People with a Print Disability. Yasmine Sharaf, Curator for the Listening Room at The ACMI as part of Reverb Ben Haack is a Special Olympics athlete; public speaker; advocate and now author of Reason for Hope. Ben's story of overcoming bullying; finding sport, recreation and a supportive community, on the Gold Coast. Resources: Wheelchair Meets Wilderness: https://www.wheelchairmeetswilderness.org/ Enquiries concerning the Kensington Marryatville bowling club Come n Try Day:  abbaenquiries@gmail.com kensiclub.adm@gmail.com South Australia History Festival: https://festival.history.sa.gov.au/events/storytellers-make-connections/ Pam Mitchell: 0418 835 767 Magnifiers Australia: http://www.magnifiersaustralia.com.au Tech Fest 2026: https://seedifferently.org.au/support-us-and-donate/events/techfest2026/ Round Table Roundtable On Information Access for People with Print Disabilities: http://www.printdisability.org Rising: https://2026.rising.melbourne/program/the-vinyl-factory-reverb Reason for Hope: https://belongingforum.org/reason-for-hope/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1hr 23min
  5. 09 May 2026

    9 May

    09 May 2026

    This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: Ali France, was elected to federal parliament in May 2025. Ali shared what drove her to want to be a member  of parliament, and some of the challenges; heart break and events that have shaped Ali's life. Lynda Holt, Summer Paralympic Silver Medallist in Sydney, has just been appointed Director for Para Ice-Hockey. Lynda encouraged you to consider trying the sport and join her in representing Australia at the Winter Paralympics. Nathan Pepper, from the SANFL,  chatted about the APM Employment League commencing its 35th season; the Launch of the AFL blind and Low Vision competition 16th May at AFL max - supported by Guide Dogs SA & NT; and the soon to start season for wheelchair AFL Chelsea Marchetti, putting "fiz" into physiotherapy - from the Flipper Academy, outlined the role a physiotherapist may play before and after giving birth, Minister Katrine Hildyard, Minister for Human Services and Women in South Australia, launched the South Australian Women of Impact Awards; and updates us on the latest news regarding the NDIS landscape. Stacey Thompson, Manager Volunteer Services at Resthaven,, shared Resthaven's celebrations in this International Year of  Volunteers, Linda Jackson, clinical lead at Southern Highlands Addiction Retreat, discussed research showing that alcohol is still driving addiction rates, Simon Hemming, from Money Sense Lending Services, invited enquiries regarding mortgage broking. Simon is keen to offer accessible; inclusive advice and information, Resources: Australian Woman's Para Ice Hockey: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580010542374 Melbourne Walers Para Ice Hockey Club: https://www.facebook.com/SentinelsParaHockey Garden Island Pirates Para Ice Hockey Club: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569333187141 Newcastle Northstars Ice Hockey Club: https://www.facebook.com/NNSIHC SANFL Disability: https://sanfl.com.au/inside-sanfl/programs/disability/ Flipper Academy: http://www.flipperacademy.com.au SA Women of Impact Awards: https://officeforwomen.sa.gov.au/womens-policy/womens-leadership/sawomenofimpactawards Resthaven: http://www.resthaven.asn.au Southern Highlands Addiction Retreat: http://www.shretreat.com.au Money Sense Lending Servies: 03 51729877 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1hr 31min
  6. 02 May 2026

    2 May

    02 May 2026

    This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: Shae Graham, Aussie Steeler, member of the Australian wheelchair rugby team, won Bronze at the recent World Challenge, and Shae also did a fabulous job appearing on “The Cook Up” with Adam Liaw. Molly Wooton spoke about International Guide Dog Day and her guide dog Jarvis, from Guide Dogs SA & NT. Bethany Hackshall, Executive Director for the Gidget Foundation, had news on the First Gidget House to open in South Australia, to support parents with perinatal mental health challenges. David Mitchell, health commentator, shared his recent health challenges and how “My Home Hospital” has helped David recover quicker; better and at the same time taking pressure of the hospital health system. Belinda Hellyer, from Brewed By Belinda, had some suggestions for tea rituals that help relaxation; stress reduction and self-care. Sam Paior, from The Growing Space, leading Advocate, has dug deeper into the proposed NDIS cuts announcements. Emma Thomas, Regional Manager for Live Big, lets us know about telehealth - often the only way to access disability and mental health support, especially for those living in regional areas, or finding transport challenging. Resources: Shae’s appearance on “The Cook Up”: https://www.sbs.com.au/food/the-cook-up-with-adam-liaw International Guide Dog Day: https://guidedogs.com.au/events/international-guide-dog-day-2026/ The Gidget Foundation: https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au/ My Home Hospital: https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/public+content/sa+health+internet/services/hospitals/my+home+hospital/my+home+hospital Brewed by Belinda: http://www.brewedbybelinda.com.au The Growing Space: http://www.thegrowingspace.com.au Live Big: http://www.livebig.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1hr 24min
  7. 25 Apr 2026

    24 Apr

    25 Apr 2026

    This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: Jeremy Synot, has been appointed the head coach for the Aussie Gliders, the Australian wheelchair women's basketball team. Joe Szakacs, South Australia's Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, had news on More taxi trips for subsidy scheme members – moving from 80 to 100  trips every 6 months. Associate Professor Dr John Litt. Following record RSV, respiratory syncytial virus, surge, Australia is funding first vaccine for older adults. Allison Davies, Music Therapist shared the poignancy of the silence of an ANZAC Day commemoration. Gino Simpliciano, from Vision Australia, is taking registrations to a product expo at Albury, at the Albury Business Centre, on Thursday 7th May from 10:30am to 12noon, The hero product will be the Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses, come and try them out. Reeva Brice conducted her regular and popular Yoga on the Radio Adjunct Professor from USC Denise Wood had the latest news on technology and accessibility, including Adobe, web content accessibility 2.0 standards, capchas, new digital id for tertiary studies, and Apple, Resources: South Australian Transport Subsidy Scheme: https://satss.sa.gov.au/ Immunisation Coalition information on RSV: https://immunisationcoalition.org.au/diseases/rsv/ National Centre Immunisation Research and Surveillance: https://ncirs.org.au/respiratory-syncytial-virus-rsv/respiratory-syncytial-virus-rsv-immunisation Department of Health Disability and Aging (RSV Information): https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/respiratory-syncytial-virus-rsv-vaccine-for-older-australians-consumer-fact-sheet?language=en Alison Davies: http://www.allisondavies.com.au Vision Australia Store information on Albury: https://www.visionaustralia.org/vision-store-product-expo-albury Reeva Brice: 0412 866 096   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1hr 24min
  8. 18 Apr 2026

    18 Apr

    18 Apr 2026

    This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: Angus Hincksman, Paralympic athlete and World Championships medalist, has just broken the world record for the T38 class in the m1500. Ross McMullin, author; speaker and historian; shared his research about war and ANZAC day Christina Ryan, Founder and CEO for the Disability Leadership Institute,  discussed its roles; advocacy work; and opportunities for organasations, and governmens at all levels to have professional and valuable connections from people with lived experience of disability. Resident Councellor, Pam Mitchell, reflected on ANZAC day. Belle Owen, from Purple Orange paid tribute to the Late Dr Ellen Fraser-Barbour. Ellen was an outstanding Advocate and Researcher, who sadly passed away earlier this week. Dr Lesley Andrew, Senior Lecturer and Course Co-ordinator for Nursing at Edith Cowan University, is the Author of a report highlighted the need for dedicated disability education in undergraduate nursing programs to prepare future nurses.    Megan Long, artist, and Bethany Ashly-Ward, Visual Artist co-ordinator from Tutti, invited all to “Hot, Soft, Strong” a free exhibition at the Artspace Gallery on level one of the Festival Centre Plaza, until 24th May   Resources:   Ross McMullins: https://rossmcmullin.com.au/ Disability Leader’s Institute: https://disabilityleaders.com.au/ Pam Mitchell: 0418 835 767 Purple Orange: http://www.purpleorange.org.au ECU: Nursing education's critical role in shaping disability care: https://www.ecu.edu.au/newsroom/articles/research/nursing-educations-critical-role-in-shaping-disability-care Tuti: http://www.tutti.org.au   Tickets for “Hot, Soft, Strong”: https://www.adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au/whats-on/hot-soft-strong See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1hr 28min
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