28 Sep 2024

28 Sep 2024

Author: Peter Greco September 28, 2024 Duration: 1:25:03

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:

  • Gordon Allan has just returned from Paris with a Paralympic Bronze Medal in the open C1-5 team sprint, with Alistair Donohoe and Korey Boddington.
  • Mardi Foweraker is coach of the 2024 C6 netball premiers from the Tango Netball Club.
  • Andriana Petrakis was celebrating in Athens after winning two silver and a bronze medals at the World Tennis Championships in Annecy, France.
  • Professor Juli Coffin, from Broome, has won the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Australian Mental Health Prize for Juli's Equine Assisted Learning Program,  
  • Madeleine Ruskin, from the Community Team at Spoony, chatted about the just-launched App for the neurodiverse; chronically ill or people with disabilities - making social connection, dating, safe and accessible.  Find out more here: https://www.spoony.app/
  • Reeva Brice conducted her regular yoga segment. You can contact Reeva on 0412 866 096
  • Blaise Itabelo, Community Engagement Manager for Refugee Sponsorship, and Joe Sheehy shared the benefits of Perth Welcoming Week - highlighting the difference   Community Sponsorship for Refugees can make. You too can also get involved: https://refugeesponsorship.org.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.
Author: Language: en-au Episodes: 100

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Duration: 1:29:31
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Duration: 1:32:41
This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: Chris Davis is Australia's first ever winner of a gold medal at a world championships in Para-Archery. Chris chatted about his preparation for Paris Luca Giannessi, Athlete Lea…
20 Apr 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:30:57
This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: Susan Seipel, Paralympic Silver and Bronze Medallist, has just been selected for Paris in the Australian para-canoe team, Lachlan Wallace, Captain of the South Australian Blind…
13 Apr 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:28:27
This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: Craig Campbell, coach of the Aussie Gliders - the Australian Women's Wheelchair Basketball Team, was in Japan preparing to qualify for Paris. Nathan Pepper, from the SANFL, had…
06 Apr 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:11
This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: Beau Vernon, from the Steelers, Australian wheelchair rugby team are back from New Zealand, did they qualify for Paris? Claire Stuchbery, Executive Director for the Local and I…
30 Mar 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:29:18
This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:* Angus Hincksman has a promising career so far as a middle distance athlete. Angus talks about the preparation for Paris selection. * Nat Cook, Minister for Human Services in S…
23 Mar 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:25:44
This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: Blake Cochrane, dual Gold Medallist and four-time Summer Paralympian; and Mitch Gourley, four-time Winter Paralympian and World Cup Gold Medallist, chatted about Sport For All…
16 Mar 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:29:46
This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco:* Rob Crossman took part in the Kosi Challenge, climbing Mt. Kosciuszko for the Dani Dynamos, raising money and awareness for rare cancers Find out more here: https://www.rareca…

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