26 Jul 2025

26 Jul 2025

Author: Peter Greco July 25, 2025 Duration: 1:32:14

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: 

  • Nathan Jason has represented Australia at international events in the pool and has now qualified to sprint in the 100m T12 category in India at the Para Athletics World Championships, 
  • Luke Pople, Commonwealth Games Gold Medalist in Wheelchair Basketball, has just returned from China - competing for the Wombats, at the  2025 IWBF Asia Oceania Cup in 3x3 wheelchair basketball.  Later this year he will compete in South Africa, 
  • Peter Vance, singer/songwriter and entertainer, talks about his latest film “Doing It In The Dark”.  The film is entered in the Focus On Ability Short Film Festival. You can vote for Peter's film and also Peter invited you to the BIG SCREEN viewing on Tuesday 2nd September at PIP Theatre Milton, in Qld, at 6pm.   
  • Allison Davies, music therapist, spoke about Misophonia. Allison has lived experience of this condition, 
  • Alex Morris, from the Australian Electoral Commission, shared information about the recent Federal election - with a focus on telephone voting for voters who are blind or have low vision. Alex encourages feedback via the Standing Committee on electoral matters.  
  • Reeva Brice conducted her regular yoga Segment.  
  • Adjunct Professor Denise Wood, from USC, had the latest news on the newest range of Samsung phones and watches.  

 

Resources: 

Delhi 2025 Para World Athletics Championships: https://www.paralympic.org/news/new-delhi-host-2025-para-athletics-world-championships  

Focus on Ability Film Festival: http://www.focusonability.com 

Alison Davies: http://www.allisondavies.com.au/  

Standing Committee on electoral matters: https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/Joint/Electoral_Matters Phone: 02 6277 2374 Email: em@aph.gov.au 

Reeva Brice: 0412 866 096  

 

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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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