News & Events

Recognising International Women’s Day: A Conversation with Dr Gill Walker

On March 8 we recognise International Women’s Day and the important role women play in shaping our organisations, communities, and sectors. In this short conversation, TADWA CEO Dr Gill Walker…

AIM Grant Awarded to TADWA

TADWA is pleased to share that we have been awarded a 2026 Community Training Grant from the Australian Institute of Management WA. Our CEO, Dr Gill Walker, attended the official…

Occupational Therapy Education Event – In Partnership with Unicare

TADWA is partnering with Unicare to deliver a dedicated Occupational Therapy Education Event for occupational therapists and allied health professionals.

TADWA’s Blueprint Training Series – Practical Online CPD for OT Practice

Are you an Occupational Therapist seeking practical skills in home modification prescription?
The Blueprint Training Series from TADWA is a four-part online CPD program designed to strengthen your capability to prescribe grab rails, custom rails, ramps and bathroom modifications with confidence. Each session is delivered live via Microsoft Teams and recorded for later viewing.

Liam Staltari MLA Visits TADWA

We recently welcomed Liam Staltari MLA, Shadow Minister for Education; Early Childhood; and Disability Services, to TADWA, hosting him in our new reception space alongside our CEO, Dr Gill Walker.

TADWA and WA Bike Month 2025

WA Bike Month 2025 showcased TADWA’s ongoing work to make cycling accessible for people with disability across WA. Through initiatives such as the All Abilities Bike Festival and Freedom Wheels, TADWA supports independence,…

Have a Go News – Navigating Aged Care

Navigating Aged Care | Have a Go News Charlotte Swanborough, Active Ageing Sector Specialist, shares expert insights in her monthly Have a Go News column. Read the latest editions:

The West Australian – Independent Living – Supporting independence to live life your way

We have spent more than four decades helping people of all abilities to live life their way. As a not-for-profit and NDIS provider, we aim to deliver practical and person-centred…

Have A Go News – Living Life Your Way – TADWA’s Story of Support and Independence

For more than 40 years, Technology for Ageing and Disability WA (TADWA) has been making life easier for older West Australians and people with disability. What began in the 1980s…

TADWA is Now Offering Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Assessments

We are proud to introduce Michael Paxton, our registered Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Assessor. As a certified SDA assessor, Michael provides Design and Final-as-Built stage certifications for proposed dwellings, ensuring…

TADWA June Newsletter 2024

TADWA CEO Appointment Announcement

We are pleased to announce that after a comprehensive search, the Board has appointed Dr. Gillian Walker as TADWA’s new Chief Executive Officer. Dr Walker has over 20 years’ experience…