30 Aug 2025
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This week on LEISURE LINK with Peter Greco: 

    Emily Bourke, Minister for Rec & Sport, Racing and autism, announced funding for South Australian Paralympic and Commonwealth Games athletes as well as a sensory bus for major events to make them more accessible and inclusive for people with autism and their families, 
    RachaelLeahcar is performing at Blind Australian of the Year Awards,. Nominations for the Awards are open. Rachael hinted at what's next to be on Rachael's next album, 
    Briony Benjamin, author and public speaker, talked about blood cancer month. Briony shared her story of the diagnosis, and awareness for blood cancer for the Leukaemia  Foundation.  
    Allison Davies, music therapist, shared news on how singing helps with breathing; relaxation and more - as well as an invitation to Alli's “Gathering of Voices” use the code, "tryonefree"  
    Maureen O'Reilly, from the Vision Australia Library, encouraged all to get involved in the writers for beginners' events and a huge library celebration coming up in Warrnambool.  
    Dr. Libby Weaver, Nutritional biochemist, had tips for better, healthier and enjoyable cooking and food selection.  
    Reeva Brice conducted her regular yoga segment.  
    Adjunct Professor from USC, Denise Wood highlighted the latest news on phonesand watches from Google. 

Resources: 

Blind Australian of the Year Awards: https://blindaustralianoftheyear.com.au/ 

Rachel Leahcar: https://www.rachaelleahcar.com.au/ 

Briony Benjamin: https://brionybenjamin.com/ 

Leukemia Foundation: http://www.leukaemia.org.au

Alson Davies - “Gathering of Voices”: https://allisondavies.com.au/a-gathering-of-voices 

Vision Australia Library: http://www.visionaustralia.org/library 

Taste Healthy 100: https://www.taste.com.au/zones/healthy-100  

Dr Libby: https://www.taste.com.au/zones/healthy-100  

Reeva Brice: 0412 866 096 

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