Stuart Tripp
The Yellow Peril

"It's controversial, has all sorts of angles and is well travelled, just like me."

Stuart is a presenter, a traveller, an athlete, a student of life and an inspiration to those who meet him. He is the President of the Victorian Handcycling Association and has begun a foundation that promotes handcycling to young people.

John Daye OAM
Melbourne State Library

"A place of learning. This sculpture reminds us all how important it is to nurture knowledge in understanding our world, and facing our fears."

John is a passionate, articulate HIV-positive gay man who has been acknowledged as a leader in the HIV/AIDS sector at both state and national levels. He is an honorary Life Member of the Victorian AIDS Council/Gay Men's Health Centre and recent President of People Living with HIV/AIDS Victoria. John's contribution to the community as an advocate for HIV-positive people was acknowledged by being presented an Order of Australia Medal on Australia Day in 2003.

Mike Jarrett
Parliament House

"People with disabilities need to become members of Parliament to advance change."

Mike was one of the founders of the Disability Advocacy and Information Service in North East Victoria and Albury. He was a driving force in the development of Victorian advocacy structures.
He is now researching the failings of the criminal justice system in dealing with issues confronting people with disabilities.

Frank Hall-Bentick
Flinders St Station

"I spent my early years living in a converted railway station in North Fitzroy, and have had a passion for all things trains since."

Frank is an activist. His commitment to human rights drives his social involvement. His thirty years of work in disability has included The Disability Resources Centre, Disability Australia, Disabled Peoples' International and the United Nations for which he received a Centenary of Federation Award. More recently The United Nations Convention on Human Rights for Persons with Disabilities is benefiting from Frank's work in Bangkok and New York.

David Blyth AO
The Shrine of Remembrance

"I've always thought that if I could do for people with disabilities what my family members did for Australia, I'd be happy."

David is recognised as a leader in many fields. He has been a National Director of National Industry Association for Disability Services while holding various positions at the Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind. He was the first ever President of the World Blind Union not to come from the USA or Europe.

Neil Cole
La Mama Theatre

"I write plays. My first play was performed at La Mama Theatre."

Neil is the Head of the 'Depression Awareness Research Project' at The Mental Health Research Institute. He is a playwright, a dedicated father and friend to many. Neil was a Labor Member of the Victorian Parliament for 11 years, and founded the Flemington Kensington Legal Centre.
Neil is photographed with his sons Eamon and Declan.

John Wakefield
Scots Church

"My parents got married in this church. It is a very
peaceful place. It is my beginning."

A renowned artist and wonderful human being who inspires through his work and presence.
He believes that the process is as important as the outcome, in both painting and in life. This is experienced directly by the many Boards and Committees that John sits on. He has been a long standing Board Member of Action for Community Living.

Anthony Giles-Peters
Treasury Gardens

"As a child I remember watching my father feed the possums and then years later, attending the Moratorium and many other rallies."

Anthony is a strong advocate and his work for individuals and systemic change is admired and respected. His work as President of the Australian Ventilator Users and the right of ventilator users to responsive services including appropriate housing and support in the community is ground breaking.

Graham Smith
Melbourne Trams

"When you are in a wheelchair, it is often hard to travel on public transport."

Graham has been a valued disability rights advocate and activist, making a particularly significant contribution to campaigns for inclusive education in Victoria and nationally.
He has also taken an active role at a personal and systemic level to address issues of access to public transport and the built environment.

Fiona Smith
Melbourne University Law School

"I studied Arts/Law in and around these beautiful cloisters in the 1970's. It was here that a few of us started the Feminist Lawyers to agitate for women to have equality in our legal system."

Fiona is a lawyer who has worked in the public, not for profit and business sectors. She combines her legal skills with her commitment to working for social and economic equality. A pioneer of attendant care schemes in Australia that enable people with disabilities independent life in the community. Fiona also helped develop Australia's first Guardianship and Administration Tribunal. Fiona is currently Chairperson of Victoria's Equal Opportunity Commission and Business Licensing Authority.

Milly Parker
The Windsor Hotel

"I am a hopeless romantic. I love the glamour of old Hollywood movies. The Windsor reminds me of that magical era."

Milly and her dog Ruby are a great team. Her first dog Riley triggered the beginning of the 'Happy Yappers' dog biscuit business, the products of which are now sold nationally. Milly uses her energy and leadership to inspire others and is a member of the Disability Advisory Committee which advises the Transport Accident Commission.

Heather Forsyth
The Aboriginal poles on the banks of the Yarra River.

"In remembrance of my sister-in-law Roz, and my husband Doug's Aboriginal heritage".

Heather is a leader and supporter of the self advocacy movement. Her work for Valid and the Disability Advisory Council of Victoria keeps the issues confronting people with an intellectual disability, in the forefront of our minds.

Effie Meehan
Melbourne Town Hall

"I've had so many meetings in here!"

Effie has helped put so much on the map - the western region of Melbourne, being a parent with a disability, being a woman with a disability and being a Greek Australian.
Effie was a founding member of Action on Disability in Ethnic Communities and has worked tirelessly on many boards and committees.
She is one of the women in the Victorian Women's Trust publication 'Ordinary People, Extraordinary Lives'."

Jenny Wallis
Polly Woodside

"I used to be afraid of the sea. Now we encourage others to go on cruises. You can conquer your fears, live life to the full. Don't let your illness take over."

Jenny inspires many through her support and care for others. She is a co-founder of Neurological Disability Support, a social support group for people with neuro-logical disabilities.
Her leadership is motivating for all who come in contact with her.

Sonia Teuben
The Arts Centre

"I performed here last year at the Arts Centre. It was great."

Sonia changes us and what we think, through her work as an actor with 'Back to Back Theatre'. She has toured nationally and internationally with the company.
Sonia was a semi-finalist in the Australian Young Achievers Award.

Rhonda Galbally AO
The Royal Women's Hospital

"I am the Chairperson of The Royal Women's - a hospital I am passionate about because it is the centre of excellence in women's health - there for all women".

Rhonda is a social commentator and activist, business woman, author, and policy adviser. Her leadership galvanises people behind issues and motivates us into action. She was the founding Chief Executive of VicHealth, and is currently the founding Chief Executive of www.ourcommunity.com.au.
Rhonda is currently the Chair of the Disability Advisory Council of Victoria, on the Board of the AFL Foundation, and the patron of the Orygen Youth Mental Health Research Centre.

Margaret Cooper OAM
National Gallery of Victoria

"I just love the place…and the water here, always in movement, just like me"

Margaret's thinking, writing and activism has been invaluable in connecting social policy with the issues presented by diverse groups of people with disabilities. She is currently undertaking a PhD in the experience of ageing for people with physical impairments.

Maree Ireland
Supreme Court of Victoria

"It symbolises what I have achieved and demonstrates what other people with disabilities can achieve, provided they have full access to sufficient and appropriate disability supports."

Maree left a sheltered workshop to undertake tertiary education, denied her on leaving school. She completed her degree in law and was admitted to the bar in April, 2002.
Her role as a disability advocate, public speaker and leader sets an example for people who use augmented forms of communication, has been an inspiration for many other people with disabilities.

Back: John "Macca" McKenna, Steve Hurd, Paul Gianni Front: Tim McCallum, George Taleporos, Stella Young, Sara McQueenie, Janice Florence, Trevor Dunn

"We spend so much of our time here when shooting the show."

'No Limits' has increased the profile of people with disabilities in Melbourne. The show's regular hosts are recognised as intelligent, vibrant individuals.
People from all walks of life are tuning in to the show each week and learning that disability does not mean an end to a full and rewarding life. This photograph was taken in the RMIT television studio where the program is recorded.

Colin Hiscoe
The Mitre Tavern

"The Mitre Tavern is a place that is full of memories of Leeds, which is where I come from."

Colin is a passionate advocate for people with disabilities, particularly the self-advocacy movement for people with intellectual disabilities.
His leadership is characterised by his support and care for others. His commitment to 'Reinforce' and the social change they advocate for, is crucial for the intellectually disadvantaged citizens of Victoria.

Kevin Coombs OAM
Aboriginal Mural, Thornbury

"This mural means a lot to me, it was where I began my leg of the torch relay for the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games."

Kevin was Australia's first indigenous Paralympian. He has captained, coached and played in the wheelchair basket-ball team in five Paralympic Games. His pride and competitive spirit underpin his leadership which has played itself out in sporting and social arenas, culminating in his receiving of the Order of Australia Medal and carrying the Paraympic torch in the stadium at the 2000 Paralympic Games. Kevin is an elder on the Koori Court of Victoria, and sits on several boards including Aboriginal Hostels Limited and Wheelchair Sports Victoria.