04 Oct 2025

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: Dr Toby Kane, three-time Winter Paralympian, has just been announced Deputy Chef de Mission for the Australian team going to Cortina in Italy in 2026. Nat Cook, Minister for Human Services in South Australia, updated us on the state government's work on Bedfords; the MS Society SA & NT in voluntary administration; Seniors Week and Carers Week. David Mitchell, health commentator, shared David's research and thoughts into melatonin (somewhat topical with daylight saving commencing in states this weekend) David has written a paper, if you'd like a copy, you can find Peter’s email under “Resources” in the podcast notes.  Belinda Hellyer, from Brewed By Belinda, has just returned from Korea on a study tour about their tea gardens. Belinda's trip was supported by Food and Beverage Development fund. Mahesh Nath, from Pacific Vision Aus, is coming to Tech Fest 9th October at U City, Franklin Street Adelaide. Mahesh spoke about the Ally Solos smart Glasses; the Ashirase Navigation System from Honda, electronic magnifiers, audio players and braille products. Professor Christopher Rowe, from Austin Health, had news hot off the press regarding the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has approved LEQEMBI (lecanemab), a newly developed therapy now available in Australia for eligible patients who may have dementia, an amyloid-lowering therapy. Wayne Speers, Advisor Compliance & Accessibility at Yarra Trams, invited all to a try before you ride day, Thursday 16th October, Southern Cross Station, Spencer Street Docklands, Resources: Peter Greco email address: [email protected] Brewed by Belinda: http://www.brewedbybelinda.com.au Food Development Fund: https://www.foodandbeveragefundsa.com.au/ Pacific Vision: http://www.pacificvisionaus.com.au Try Before You Ride Melbourne: https://trybeforeyouridemelbourne2025.eventbrite.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.