Latrobe Valley group
New Wave Latrobe Valley is a self advocacy group for people with intellectual disability and acquired brain injuries, run by people with intellectual disability and acquired brain injuries.
New Wave Latrobe Valley started in 2009 as a way to give people with disabilities a voice in their lives, to learn and know their rights, make their own choices and learn how to advocate for themselves and others in their community in a fun and accessible way.
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I joined New Wave Advocacy because it helps people with disabilities have the same rights and choices as anyone else in the community.
David Walker
An example of New Wave Latrobe Valley’s advocacy in the community includes:
- Lobbying road crossing on Commercial Road
- Speaking to V-line about accessibility on public transport
- Chatting with local councils and political representatives on issues the disability community face.

When the group meets
The group meets regularly across Latrobe Valley
Group contact details
If you want to talk with someone from New Wave Latrobe Valley, or you want to become a member of this group, you can contact Kathryn or Nic.
Peer Worker: Kathryn Bartlett
Email: kathrynbartlettnew@gmail.com
Project Worker: Nic Rodda
Phone: 0493 722 230
Email: newwave.sw@gmail.com