09 Aug 2025

09 Aug 2025

Author: Peter Greco August 9, 2025 Duration: 1:30:31

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: 

  • Katrine Hildyard, SA Minister for Child Protection, spoke about the innovative program helping Train SA sports organisations to support kids with trauma experiences 
  • Dr. Scott Hollier, CEO for Accessibility Australia, encouraged all to nominate your most accessible website or app for the access awards.   
  • Jorja Carter-Smith and 8 year old son Nacey have had the best experience imaginable with a rescue cat, Rocky.  
  • Chelsea Marchetti, our esident physiotherapist from the Flipper Academy, shared news on the role of a physiotherapist when someone has a knee reconstruction.  
  • Dr Monica Farrelly, from the Australian Dental Association, had tips for the best way to look after your young children's teeth.  
  • Loren Ayres, Senior Manager Operations Support at Orange Sky, talked about Homelessness Awareness Week and the growing demand for their services.  
  • Billie Garden, Retirement Living Community Services Manager for Resthaven, chatted about homecare in retirement living and an exciting initiative coming up in October.  
  • Evlynn Hayes was very excited about receiving entries for this year's “Through the Lens Photographic Competition” put yourself in the running for some incredible prizes.  

Resources: 

Accessibility Awards: https://www.accessibility.org.au/awards/  

Cat Protection Society of Victoria: https://catprotection.com.au/  

Flipper Academy: http://www.flipperacademny.com.au 

Australian Dental Association: http://www.ada.org.au  

Orange Sky: http://www.orangesky.org.au 

Resthaven: http://www.resthaven.asn.au 

Through the Lense Photography Competition: https://www.seniorscard.sa.gov.au/benefits/through-the-lens  

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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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