1954
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The Paralympic movement in Australia began in 1954 at the Shenton Park Annexe, Royal Perth Hospital.

The birthplace of the Paralympic movement in Australia

The birthplace of the Paralympic movement in Australia

‘Johnno’ Johnston was a key figure in the development of Paralympic sport

‘Johnno’ Johnston was a key figure in the development of Paralympic sport

Beds at Shenton Park for exercising as well as sleeping

Beds at Shenton Park for exercising as well as sleeping
1955

Basketball was one of the first sports at Shenton Park, with a low ring

Basketball was one of the first sports at Shenton Park, with a low ring