06 Sep 2025

06 Sep 2025

Author: Peter Greco September 6, 2025 Duration: 1:23:24

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: 

  • Clarence McCarthy Grogan (CJ) is a star with the Darwin Salties Basketball Team. CJ wrapped up their success in this year's National Wheelchair Basketball League.  
  • Trevor Jarrett is from the Woodville West Torrens Eagles - premiers for this season's Novita AFL wheelchair League; and winner of the best and fairest award for the competition. 
  • Teghan Henderson has helped organise another very successful “Steps for Skye” raising funds and awareness for childhood dementia. How much have the Australia-wide team raised?   
  • David Mitchell, health commentator, talked about the prostate and some exciting research of how a vitamin D may be able to help with better prostate health.  
    David has a couple of easy-to-read articles about this and if you want them.  Details in the Podcast Notes.  
  • Belinda Hellyer, from Brewed By Belinda, shared information about teas grown in South Korea.  
  • Abigail Boyd, Greens Member in NSW parliament and spokesperson for disability has lived experience and shared her thoughts; observations and suggestions to have better services delivered.  
  • Kelly Schulz, Founder from Knowable.me, had a couple of big "little" wins for making Microsoft's Authenticator app more accessible for users of voiceover, and an opportunity for some payment doing a survey about applying for employment, check out this video, 
  • Jaquelyn Thatcher-Brady, Head of Marketing at Entertainment, had news of a special offer in September for accessing the Entertainment app. Vision Australia will benefit, as will you and the businesses whose products and services you use.  

Resources: 

Wheelchair Basketball Australia: https://wba.net.au/  

Wheelchair Football South Australia: https://sanfl.com.au/league/news/woodville-west-torrens-claim-2025-novita-sanfl-wheelchair-league-premiership/  

Steps for Skye Home: https://www.childhooddementia.org/event/steps-for-skye/home  

Articles on the Prostate: Email Peter peter.19.greco@bigpond.com  

Brews By Blinda: http://www.brewedbybelinda.comm.au 

Abigail Boyd MP: https://www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/members/Pages/member-details.aspx?pk=2257  

Microsoft Authenticator Congratulations from Kelly: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/araD8KY_jfw  

Entertainment: https://www.entertainment.com.au/  

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Each week on Vision Australia Radio, Peter Greco sits down with a fascinating array of guests for Leisure Link. This isn't just a program about hobbies; it's a thoughtful exploration of how we live, connect, and find joy. Peter's conversations naturally span the worlds of competitive and community sport, creative arts, outdoor recreation, and personal health, often touching on meaningful themes of social justice and inclusion. What makes this podcast distinct is its genuine focus on stories and topics relevant to people of all abilities and interests, celebrating a wide spectrum of human experience without being defined by it. You'll hear from athletes, artists, advocates, and everyday people sharing their passions and insights. Tune in for a refreshingly broad take on lifestyle content that prioritises engaging dialogue over simple how-tos. Whether you're looking for inspiration for your own leisure time or simply enjoy well-crafted interviews, Leisure Link offers a consistent and welcoming space for curious listeners across Australia and beyond.
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