15 Feb 2025

This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: Rachel Watson is a  three-time Paralympian; two-time Gold Medallist who also won two  Bronze Medals in Paris. Rachel chatted about Paris and the exciting Launch of the Queensland Academy of Sport Para-Sport unit and its potential benefits on athletes for future Paralympic Games - including Brisbane 2032.   Trevor Smith, Manager of the SA Cricket Team for Athletes with an Intellectual Disability, wrapped up the NCIC Ben Dew, Events and Participation Lead at Tennis Australia, wrapped up the most inclusive Grand Slam Tennis event on the world calendar. Pam Mitchell, our resident Counsellor, shared her thoughts about recovering and rebuilding your life after natural disasters. Heidi Girolamo, after a Shadow Cabinet reshuffle is the Shadow Minister in South Australia for Education; Finance; Cost of Living.  Heidi spoke about her recent Shadow ministerial appointments, and possible policies being taken to the next state election in 2026.  Jason Bryce, from Cash Welcome, responded to the latest consultation on mandating cash transactions.  Katie Hammond, Peer Support Team Member at Spinal Life Australia, shared her experiences of dating as a person with a disability and had some tips and "tricks"  Resources:  Press release, QAS Para Sport Unity: https://www.ais.gov.au/media-centre/news/ais-celebrates-launch-of-qas-para-sport-unit If you or some one you know would like to get involved contact Jo Connolly at SACA:  8300 3800 Pam Mitchell: 0418 835 767 Cash Welcome: https://www.cashwelcome.org/   Spinal Life Australia: http://www.spinal.com.au  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.