18 Oct 2025

18 Oct 2025

Author: Peter Greco October 18, 2025 Duration: 1:25:49

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: 

  • Mali Lovell, Paralympic Bronze Medalist, had just returned from the Para Athletics World Championships in New Delhi with 2 Silver Medals - the "Lovell Double" How did Mali go answering what happened on October 18th 2000? 
  • Ceryce Stone, Senior Programs Practitioner, has been recognised during the  celebrations of  the 3rd Australasian Youth Justice Acknowledgement Day (AYJAD), a day dedicated to celebrating and raising awareness of the extraordinary work of youth justice staff. 
  • Lee Kumutat, National Advocacy and Policy Manager at Guide Dogs, shared some suggestions on how to help a person living with low vision. Wednesday was International White Cane Day.  
  • Pam Mitchell, Counsellor, spoke about World Mental Health month and some tips to help ourselves connect better  and do so when it counts.  
  • Kathryn Carey, Head of Events / Senior Account Director at the Impact Institute, invited all to the next Workability Expo - this one in Brisbane 31st October 31st and 1st November   
  • Dr Eli Kotler, introduced us to the World-first mental health clinic offering altered-state therapies for people with addiction complicated by trauma and depression,  
  • Dr. Michael Yazbeck,  Vetenarian from Greencross vets, alerted us as to watch out for paralysis ticks, and a "tool" to check out your suburb - Pet-Watch, a real-time, interactive map that tracks parasite risk.  

Resources: 

Mali Lovell Information: https://www.paralympic.org.au/athlete/mali-lovell/  

Australian Youth Justice Acknowledgment Day: https://dhs.sa.gov.au/news/2025/australasian-youth-justice-acknowledgement-day  

Guide Dogs Australia: https://guidedogs.com.au/  

Pam Mitchell: 0418 835 767  

Brisbane Workability Expo: https://www.freedommotorsaustralia.com.au/brisbane-disability-workability-expo-31-oct-1-nov/  

The Recovery Journey: https://therecoveryjourney.com.au/  

Pet Watch: https://www.petbarn.com.au/petwatch  

Greencross Vets: https://www.greencrossvets.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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