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  1. 04 Jul 2026

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    04 Jul 2026

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

    1h 25m
  2. 27 Jun 2026

    Jun 27

    27 Jun 2026

    This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: Luke Pople has been selected for the Wombats, Australia's men's wheelchair basketball team for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Daniel Scali shared taking part in planking for Sarcoma, and some of Daniel's health challenges, and how planking has helped make him stronger in mind; body and spirit. July is Sarcoma Awareness month. Olivia Nassarris, CEO for Parkinsons Australia, spoke about their submission to the NDIS senate enquiry, and how people with Parkinsons are trying to navigate My Aged Care. Allison Davies, Music therapist, reported in from a mental health conference on the Gold Coast. Elyse Hicks, State Manager for Special Olympics in South Australia, invited all to the Polar Plunge 12th July at Henley Beach - helping send the South Australian team to the Nationals in Melbourne in October. Reeva Brice conducted her very popular Yoga on the Radio. Professor Denise Wood, from the University of Southern Queensland, updated us on Apple's World Wide Developer's Conference, with lots of news about the new look, new sounding, new abilities and possibilities of SIRI. Resources: Plank-a-thon: https://sarcoma-plankathon.raiselysite.com Parkinsons Australia: NDIS Reform: https://www.parkinsons.org.au/campaigns/ndis-reform/ International Conference on Mental Health and Treatment (ICMHT): https://www.conferencealert.com/eventdetail/2275599 Alison Davies: http://www.allisondavies.com.au Polar Plunge: https://include.specialolympics.com.au/polar-plunge Reeva Brice: 0412 866 096 Apple Newsroom: https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/06/apple-unveils-next-generation-of-apple-intelligence-siri-ai-and-more/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 29m
  3. 20 Jun 2026

    Jun 20

    20 Jun 2026

    This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: Megan  McLoughlin, dressage rider who lives with a vision impairment, invited all to Dressage in the Dark, 2nd July Lyrical Acres 183 Dawkins Road, Lewiston SA at as part of Disability Pride Month. Nathan Pepper updated us on the SANFL Apm Employment League, AFL wheelchair and blind and low vision competitions. Dr Kari Seeley, CEO for No Strings Attached, was very excited about their season of “Hamlet: The Loneliest” at Slingsby's Hall of Possibility, rear of 96 Glen Osmond Road. Audio Described: Saturday 27th Auslan interpreted Sunday, 28th June. Pam Mitchell, Resident Counsellor, spoke about change. Alice Rolls, SA Minister for Domestic, family and sexual abuse, and child protection, talked about the Lived Experience Advisory Group, (LEAG) that is being formed - a response to one of the recommendations from the recent Royal Commission. Josephine Nicholls's son Nic was diagnosed with a brain tumour leading to Brain Wave coming into being. 30 years later Nic's well and Brain Wave is making a real difference to many other families who are going through what Jo; Nic and their family went through. Paul Bird is the author of “Be The Change” a book detailing how; why and what you should know  before donating. Resources: Tickets: Dressage in the Dark: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/dressage-in-the-dark-disability-month-tickets-1991307389005 SANFL Inclusive League: https://sanfl.com.au/inclusive-league/ No Strings Attached: http://www.nostrings.org.au Pam Mitchell: 0418 835 767 Press Release - LEAG: https://www.premier.sa.gov.au/media-releases/news-items/voices-with-lived-experience-invited-to-advise-minister-as-part-of-sa-royal-commission-recommendation Brainwave: http://www.brainwave.org.au Be the Change: http://www.bethechange.com.au You can order the book here: https://www.amazon.com.au/Be-Change-Discover-Action-Purpose/dp/1923650254 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 22m
  4. 13 Jun 2026

    Jun 12

    13 Jun 2026

    This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: Belle Owen, Strategy Leader at Purpleorange, responded to the South Australian state budget and lack of funding for independent advocacy. Katrine Hildyard, Minister for Human Services in South Australia, spoke about the state budget; homelessness and Street Connect; and "answered" Belle's question about funding independent advocacy. Joe Alfonso, Growth Manager for We Walk, invited all to check out their orientation & mobility cane, apps, at Tech Fest – 17th June at U City, 43 Franklin Street Adelaide Chelsea Marchetti, putting "fiz" in to physiotherapy from the Flipper academy, shared  information on the role of a physiotherapist for chest + respiratory challenges. Associate Professor Sina Vatandoust, Director at Southern Oncology Clinical Research Unit and a Medical Oncologist at Southern Oncology SA, spoke about Early-onset gastro-intestinal cancer rates surging among young Australians and called for urgent action. Emma Read, Residential Funding and Accommodation Managerat Resthaven, had news on accessing services; and answers often asked questions when seeking aged care services. Lisa-Maree Walker, paid a moving tributey to the Late Elise Londsdale, advocate; technologist and educator. Elise sadly passed away last week. Lara Chambers, Regional Manager for Fortem Australia, thanked First Responders - highlighted their lasting mental health toll. Resources: Purple Orange Response to State Budget: https://purpleorange.org.au/media-release/state-budget-fails-to-fund-independent-disability-advocacy/ We-Walk: http://www.wewal.io The Flipper Academy: http://www.flipperacademy.com.au Resthaven: http://www.resthaven.asn.au My Aged Care: 1800 200 422 for Services Australia: 13 23 00 Fortem Australia: https://fortemaustralia.org.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 29m
  5. 06 Jun 2026

    Jun 6

    06 Jun 2026

    This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: Katelin Gunn, was off to Spain with the Aussie Gliders Women's Wheelchair Basketball Team, to qualify for the World Championships in Ottawa later this year, Amy Roe, secretary of Blind Cricket South Australia, invited all to celebrations of 100 years of blind cricket in South Australia in October 2026. This features matches between SA & Vic; a dinner and an historical tour of blind cricket in South Australia. to express interest in attending, email David Young was just back from the Australian blind bowls Nationals; a training camp for the Australian squad; and invited all to a come n try day, Sunday 21st June, 11 am, at the Playford bowling Club, Goodman Road Elizabeth, next door to the Central Districts Football Club. David Mitchell, health commentator, spoke about loneliness, and had some easy to follow and free tips to better manage it. David will soon bring out a Youtube clip too. Claire Jenkins, mother of a child with peanut allergy, chatted about a New gamified school learning tool tackling allergy awareness and safety. Liz de Somer, CEO for Medicines Australia, shed light on a recent report, "Access Denied",  revealing Australians are waiting an average of 3.6 years to access innovative and often life-saving medicines that are already available overseas. Emma Anderson, regional Co-ordinator in Victoria for Orange Sky, spoke to the power of volunteering as a positive social networking opportunity.   Resources: Expressions of interest: Blind Cricket Celebration: secretary@blindcricketsa.org Blind Bowles Australia: https://blindbowls.bowls.com.au/ National Allergy Council: https://nationalallergycouncil.org.au/ Stronger PBS: https://www.strongerpbs.com.au/ Medicines Australia: http://www.medicinesaustralia.com.au Orange Sky Volunteers page: https://orangesky.org.au/volunteer/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 30m
  6. 30 May 2026

    May 30

    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.

    1h 26m
  7. 23 May 2026

    May 23

    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.

    1h 28m
  8. 16 May 2026

    May 16

    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.

    1h 23m
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