In her first Ablequest interview, Hannah Lock talks to Daniel Hillyer who had an active life as a young chef, then 16 years ago he leaned against a balcony railing and fell 4.5 metres. He was diagnosed as a C4/5 quadriplegic and believed he would never again have any movement below his neck.

Now, as co-founder of Robofit, he helps other people on their recovery journeys. Robofit uses neuro controlled exoskeletons to improve function, walking , standing and posture, using bio-electrical signals from the brain to that muscle.

Original broadcast date: 12.06.26

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Matt Bowtell is Founder and CEO of Free 3D Hands. Formerly a Toyota engineer Matt visited Japan as a young engineering student and was excited to see a $1 million bionic arm but sad that most people

Original air date: 29.05.26

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Paramedic Sam Penny from the northern beaches of Sydney loves all kinds of sports and starts everyday with a swim. Sam is passionate about the benefits of being in the water and for the past decade he has been part of Ocean Heroes which allows neurodivergent or autistic individuals getting fun and inclusive access to the ocean for free.

Elaine Wziontek talks to him about the benefits of the Ocean Heroes experience which builds confidence and connection, whether the children are getting into the surf for the first time or keen to catch a wave.

Original air date: 15.05.26

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