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History

TADWA’s proud history spans over 35 years.

Here you can learn how a small group of volunteers with a desire to help others sparked a journey that has now helped thousands.

Volunteers working on switch-adapted toys
The Pyrton site in Eden Hill

1984 – A group of Telecom (now known as Telstra) employees saw a need for telephones to be modified to better suit people with a vision or hearing impairment. Using their technical knowledge, they volunteered their time to work together towards making phoning easier for people with disabilities. As word spread about what they were doing, demand for their services increased and expanded to other areas focusing on assisting people with disabilities.

1985 – On the 17th of September, the organisation was officially incorporated.

1986 – TADWA (then known as Technical Aid to the Disabled Western Australia) was formed after the volunteers became aware of TAD Australia who shared their enthusiasm to support people with disabilities to be independent.

1993 – Barry McKinnon agreed to be TADWA’s Patron. A celebration was held at the fire station in Perth.

1999 – After working out of various locations, Lord Street in Eden Hill became the main premises.

2002 – First source of funding was approved by the Department of Health’s Home and Community Care (HACC) program.

2008 – Outgrowing the premises in Eden Hill, the Bassendean premises was constructed and opened thanks to Lotterywest, WA Home and Community Care (HACC Program) and the Town of Bassendean. The purpose built building is complete with two large workshops and an office area.
Services could now be delivered on a larger scale to people in the Perth metropolitan area.

2009 – Seeing a demand for services in the South West region, a secondary premises was set up in Bunbury co-locating with Enable South West.

2011 – The Bunbury premises moved to leased premises at Leichardt Street, Bunbury which provided more space for the increasing projects in the South West region.

2015 – Due to the growing demand for services in the South West region, thanks to the City of Bunbury, Lotterywest and WA HACC Program, a purpose built building was constructed on Parade Road, South Bunbury. The building was officially opened on the 6th October by Hon John Castrilli MLA; Member for Bunbury and was attended by TADWA Board, management, staff and volunteers.

2017 – The ‘Mechatronics’ unit was created to reinvigorate TADWA’s focus on technology solutions and tap the growing opportunities in electronics and robotics.

2018 – Launch of the ‘Brain:Body Pain Solutions’ service to bring innovations in pain management, including Virtual Reality, to the range of services provided by TADWA. The trading name: “Technology for Ageing and Disability” was registered to better reflect the range of our clientele. TADWA re-branded with a modern, colourful new image that reflects the ‘team of teams’ approach to service delivery.

2019 – TADWA celebrated its 35th anniversary.

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TADWA acknowledges the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

Get In Touch

Perth – Head Office

(08) 9379 7400
enquiries@tadwa.org.au

371 Collier Rd  |  Bassendean WA 6054
PO Box 266 | Bassendean WA 6934

 

Bunbury – South West Office

1300 663 243
bunbury@tadwa.org.au

3 Parade Road | South Bunbury WA 6230
PO Box 6214 | South Bunbury WA 6230

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  • About Us
    • History
    • Our People
    • Your Stories
    • News
    • Events
    • Awards
    • Annual Reports
  • Services
    • Technology & Computer Services
      • Refurbished Systems
    • Recreation & Mobility
      • Vehicle Mobility
    • Therapy Services
    • Home Modifications
  • Join the Team
    • Work with Us
    • Volunteer
    • Donate
    • Keep In Touch
    • Become a Partner
  • Resources
    • How to Access Services
    • Service Provider Connect
    • NDIS Services
    • OT Resources
    • Funding Options
  • Contact/ Referrals
    • NDIS Referral
    • NDIS OT Referral
    • HCP/Self Funded OT Assessment Referral
    • HCP/Self Funded GEAT, HM, VM & Tech Referral
    • Freedom Wheels Referral
  • Shop
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