10/12/2025
INCLUSIVE SAILING ON THE SWAN RIVER: HOW VOLUNTEERS EMPOWER PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY | THE ONE THING on Edge Radio ~ Hosted by Lisa Byfield, Leanne Jones & Aaron Malloy
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Andrew McGregor and open Pandora’s box on what true empowerment looks like, how community-led volunteering changes lives, and why inclusive opportunities like Sailability matter more than ever.
To explore the life-changing impact of volunteering, community contribution, and personal effort. Andrew joins us to shine a light on Sailability a volunteer-driven program that makes sailing accessible to people with disability, giving them the freedom, exhilaration, and joy of being out on the water.
About Andrew
Andrew McGregor is a Perth local and enthusiastic sailor. He leads MyHRPro, a consultancy specialising in bringing Human Resources principles from sport to business, with a strong focus on creating workplace inclusion. Andrew volunteers with Sailability at the South of Perth Yacht Club, where he gives back to the community with intent and sincerity. His passion lies in helping more people with disability experience the freedom and joy of sailing.
Andrew shares what he loves most about Sailability:
• The joy on participants’ faces
• The camaraderie and genuine friendships among volunteers
• The simple but profound satisfaction of making a difference
Sailability@SoPYC, operating from the South of Perth Yacht Club, is a truly inspiring initiative but it survives almost entirely because of volunteers, private donations, sponsorships, and small participation fees. The program relies on the generosity and dedication of people who believe in inclusion, connection, and giving back.
He also takes us behind the scenes of how Sailability runs: sailing accessible vessels, supported by a skilled safety crew, in safe waters every Wednesday morning through the summer months. From two-person dinghies to larger yachts, the experience opens doors for people who often have limited access to recreation and adventure.
But here’s the reality. This incredible program urgently needs more volunteers to stay afloat.
There are roles for everyone, from skippers and crew to rigging helpers, crane operators, Meet & Greet volunteers, power boat drivers, observers, and a wide range of onshore support positions. Sailing experience is welcome but a smile is often enough.
Whether you can spare a Wednesday morning each week or just occasionally, your contribution will directly support one of the most meaningful community initiatives run by Sailability@SoPYS at the South of Perth Yacht Club in Applecross.
Join us as Andrew McGregor shares what volunteering truly means—and how YOU can help bring the joy of sailing to people with disability.
• Be part of something bigger.
• Be part of something that changes lives.
• Be part of Sailability.
sopyc.com.au/sailability/
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Each episode of The One Thing features a signature segment called Pandora’s Box, where we dive into a HOT TOPIC� that challenges conventional thinking and sparks real, meaningful dialogue. Inspired by Greek mythology, Pandora’s Box symbolizes the unleashing of hidden truths—chaos, yes, but also hope and transformation. And that’s exactly what we aim to do with every conversation.
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