Emily Petricola wins gold at her first Paralympic Games.
Para Sport
Athletes committed to fight mental health issues in young people
Four VIS athletes are joining the fight to help reduce rates of mental health issues in young children as part of a new community partnership between the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) and Black Dog Institute.
Gallagher lands back-to-back bronze medals
VIS athlete Jessica Gallagher ensured Australia’s Paralympic team had a spring in its step departing Sochi, claiming a bronze medal on the final day of the Paralympic Games.
Kane awarded top honour
VIS Paralympic alpine skier Toby Kane spent the early years of his life in and out of hospital, having numerous operations and being constantly surrounded by doctors.