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This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:

• Ethan Sonter – Athlete who participated in the Libby Kosmala OAM Para Futures Cup.
• Zach George Dent – South Australian captain speaking about the AFL Open and the Special Olympics National Games.
• William O'Neill – Cyclist discussing riding tandem through Europe with people who are blind or have low vision.
• Tammy Prusinno – Discussing penicillin allergy misdiagnoses and sharing a new initiative/invention.
• Halley Boswell – Representative from Defence Kids discussing their work, history, and recent funding recognition.
• Jess Rix – Representative from Aware Super discussing inactive "zombie" superannuation accounts.
• Nick Handley – Representative from Telstra discussing their Best in Business Awards.

Leisure Link Extra: Senator David Pocock – Australian Senator interviewed on inclusiveness, specifically for people who are deaf or hearing impaired.

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This week on Leisure Link with Peter Greco:

• Elyse Hicks – State Director for Special Olympics South Australia

• Joanne Cabot and Olga Mahler– Founder of the charity Live Well with Vision Loss Massage and spa therapist, blogger, and presenter/model for the "Glow in the Dark" workshop

• Grant Wilson – Speaking about International White Cane Day

• David Mitchell – Presenting new research on melatonin and sleep

• Belinda Hellyer – from Brewed By Belinda, talking about Hibiscus Tea

• Katrina Langcasto – Representative from Deaf Connect speaking about National Awareness Week

• Lee Archer (Leisure Link Extra) – Representative from Tenant Voice discussing the "Don't Call Me Sweetie" campaign

• Special Olympics South Australia: https://www.specialolympics.com.au/ 

• Live Well with Vision Loss: https://livewellwithvisionloss.com/ 

• Brewed By Belinda: https://brewedbybelinda.com.au/  

• Deaf Connect: https://deafconnect.org.au/ 

• Tenant Voice (Young People In Nursing Homes): https://ypinh.org.au/tenantvoice/ 

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This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:

• Libby Kosmala – Paralympic shooter and multi-time gold medalist; discusses the newly named Libby Kosmala Para Futures Cup and coaching air rifle shooting.
• Simon Wong – Runner and advocate; discusses competing in the City-Bay Half Marathon alongside his guides from the Achilles Running Club.
• Bec Chan – Breast cancer survivor; shares her personal experience and journey through diagnosis and treatment.
• Alison Davies – Music therapist from Alison Davies Music Therapy; discusses songwriting and musical expression.
• Professor James O'Beirne – Liver specialist; discusses primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), its impact, and treatment options.
• Reeva Brice – Yoga instructor; presents "Yoga on the Radio."
• Professor Denise Wood – Academic from the University of Southern Queensland; discusses technology news, including Apple updates, OpenAI, and Medicare security.

Podcast Extra: Allie France – Former politician; caught up with regarding her tenure and time in office representing the seat of Dickson, Queensland.

Resources:

Alison Davies: https://www.alisondavies.com.au

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This week on Leisure Link with Peter Greco:

• Matt Formston (World Champion Blind Surfer, Paralympian & Author of Why Not?)

• Nick Warn (Coach, APM Employment League premiership team)
• Tiffany Sharp (Cambrian Executive – Cancer Research)
• Pam Mitchell (Resident Counselor – Handling Exam & Final Stress)
• Sharon Marriott (Guarded Eyes)
• Rebecca Stonor (Doctors for Nutrition – Youth Bowel Cancer Awareness)
• Wendy Powell (Dystonia Network of Australia)

Leisure Link Extra: Scott Watters (Former AFL Coach & Founder, LifeChanger Foundation)

Resources

• LifeChanger Foundation: lifechanger.org.au
• Doctors for Nutrition: doctorsfornutrition.org
• Dystonia Network of Australia: dystonia.org.au  

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This week on Leisure Link with Peter Greco:

• Dylan Littlehales - Three-time Paralympic paracanoe athlete: Discusses returning from the World Championships in Poland, balancing elite sport with a Master’s degree in organizational psychology, and plans leading into future Paralympic Games.
• Tricia Crockford - Coach of the Rubies (Netball): Wraps up the team's performance at the Muriel Little OAM Shield netball competition held in Melbourne.
• Gwen Isaac - Braille advocate & former competitor: Shares memories and perspectives on participating in the Memorial Dickinson competition for Braille over 50 years ago.
• Mayor Rose Iser - Mayor of Moonee Valley City Council: Discusses the local council initiative to install Braille on community wheelie bins.
• Sarah Emery: Shares details on newly available over-the-counter medication options for hay fever sufferers.
• Shannon Hutchens - Hospitality Manager, Resthaven: Explains upcoming changes and improvements to hospitality services benefiting residents and care staff.
• Cameron Bradshaw - Autism advocate, podcaster, and actor: Discusses advocacy work, media projects, and raising awareness for people on the autism spectrum.
• Greg Peyroux - Co-founder, Intermentis (Dunedin, New Zealand): Introduces "Soter," an AI-driven smart doorstep assistant designed to detect visitors and enhance home security for vulnerable individuals.

Leisure Link Extra: Dr. Adam Bryant – Hematologist: Explains targeted treatments and breakthrough options for patients experiencing relapsed myeloma.

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This week on Leisure Link with Peter Greco:

• Siobhan Paton OAM – Australian Paralympic Gold Medal Swimmer & Advocate
• Teghan Henderson – Organizer, Steps for Sky (Sanfilippo Syndrome Awareness)
• Sue & Danielle Matthews – Representatives, Choir of Hard Knocks
• David Mitchell – Health Commentator
• Belinda Hellyer – Tea Specialist & Founder, Brewed by Belinda
• Liv Slattery – Lived Experience Advocate (Blood Cancer)
• Alex Stutley – Hearing Health Specialist

Leisure Link Extra: Dr Libby Weaver – Nutritional Biochemist, Author & Speaker

Resources

Sanfilippo Children's Foundation / Steps for Sky

• Website: sanfilippo.org.au
• Phone: 1800 664 878 / +61 2 9188 7635
• Email: [email protected]

Choir of Hard Knocks

• Website: choirofhardknocks.org.au
• Phone: 0419 337 283
• Email: [email protected]

Brewed by Belinda

• Website: brewedbybelinda.com.au
• Phone: 0419 839 702
• Email: [email protected]

Dr Libby Weaver

• Website: drlibby.com
• Phone: 1800 861 349 (Australia) / +64 93776046 (New Zealand)
• Email: [email protected] / [email protected]

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This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: 

• 02:43: Nathan Pepper — APM Inclusive/Employment League: Inclusive football, the APM League finals and South Australia's growing representation at the AFL Open. 
• 11:35: Kelly Schulz — Knowable.me: Smart glasses, AI, accessibility, privacy and what the technology could mean for people who are blind or have low vision. 
• 24:08: Amanda Rossa — Rural Doctors Foundation: The GPs for Rural Docs program and the challenge of accessing healthcare in rural communities. 
• 33:45 : Professor Katherine Kedzierska — University of Melbourne: Research into why some people become seriously ill from respiratory viruses and the development of a rapid blood test. 
• 43:31: Jarrod Sandell-Hay: NDIS changes, disability supports and concerns about isolation and community participation. 
• 57:13: Graham Fairley — PEXA: Property settlement scams, AI-powered fraud and how to protect yourself. 
• 1:05:16: Reeva Brice: Yoga on the Radio 
• 1:13:26: Professor Denise Wood — University of Southern Queensland: Smart glasses, AI accessibility, sign-language translation and autonomous wheelchairs. 
• 1:25:34: Podcast Extra: Jorja Carter-Smith and Nacey — Rocky the Therapy Cat: The heartwarming story of Rocky, a much-loved cat who provides comfort and companionship. 

Resources 

• Knowable Me: https://knowable.me/  

• Rural Doctors Foundation: https://ruraldoctorsfoundation.org.au/  

• PEXA: https://www.pexa.com.au/  

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This Week on Leisure Link with Peter Greco.

• 03:12 – Sarah Stewart (Paralympics Australia)

  • Discussion on post-sport career pathways, the Athletes Commission, and the Beyond Sport Mentoring and Employment Program supporting athletes with disabilities.

• 14:20 – Damian Delgado

  • Commonwealth Games Lawn Bowls gold medalist shares highlights, training insights, and adaptive sports experiences.

• 25:10 – Michael Zannis

  • Exploring community sport engagement and inclusive programs within the Burnside Council area.

• 37:45 – Dr. Kari Seeley (No Strings Attached Theatre)

  • Previewing the upcoming theatre season "ARK" and promoting accessible performing arts opportunities.

• 49:30 – Matthew Benns

  • Discussion on the realities, opportunities, and health/lifestyle dynamics of living in regional and remote communities ("the bush").

• 1:02:15 – Mark Townend (Spiral Life)

  • Analysis and perspectives on recent National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) policy updates and changes.

• 1:15:00 – Annabelle Bower (Gidget Foundation Australia)

  • Highlighting perinatal mental health support and service extensions into the Murray Bridge region.

• 1:28:10 – Podcast Extra: Dr. Leslie Andrew

  • Senior Lecturer in Nursing discusses enhancing disability education and practical training for graduating healthcare professionals.

Resources

• No Strings Attached Theatre of Disability

  • Website: nostrings.org.au

  • Phone: (08) 8363 5970

  • Email: [email protected]

• Gidget Foundation Australia

  • Website: gidgetfoundation.org.au

  • Phone: 1300 851 758

  • Email: [email protected]

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