Talent search at Woy Woy pool

The Australian Paralympic Committee will continue its nationwide talent search program at the Peninsula Leisure Centre, Woy Woy, on Saturday, November 4.

Mr Peters said the main aim of the Committee was to get as many people with disabilities, minor or severe, to attend "even if they don't play regular sport".

"Paralympic sport caters for many physical disability groups including wheelchair users, the vision impaired, amputees and people with cerebral palsy," Mr Peters said.

"We know that there are people with very minimal disabilities who don't even realise they are eligible for Paralympic contention.

"The main sports we are targeting are athletics, swimming and cycling, but we do also offer the opportunity to pursue any of the 18 Paralympic sports in which Australia conducts programs.

"We are especially looking for people who want to test themselves and want to be the best".

The talent search will take place at the Peninsula Leisure Centre from 11am on Saturday, November 4.

Participants need to pre-register at www.paralympic.org.au or by contacting the Committee on 02 9704 0515.

Press release, October 20 Amy Winters, Australian Paralympic Committee