Working towards a healthier future for the Latrobe Valley
The Assembly is a community‑driven organisation focused on preventing and reducing disease in the Latrobe Valley. We facilitate capacity building and collaboration between community members, local organisations and government to develop innovative approaches that strengthen health and wellbeing.
Our Priority Areas
Community initiatives making a real difference.
Mental Health Prevention
Promoting community wellbeing and improved mental health through early intervention and social connection.
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Disease Prevention
Supporting actions that prevent illness through screening, vaccination, education and healthy environments.
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Reducing Disease Burden
Improving outcomes for people living with illness through coordinated support and access to care.
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Chronic Disease Prevention
Reducing the risk of conditions
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Project Spotlight
We run community-led projects across the Latrobe Valley — tackling the things that matter most to local people. Here's a look at what's currently underway.
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Hello. Campaign
Building a more connected Latrobe Valley.
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Live4Life
Live4Life is a mental health education and youth suicide prevention model designed specifically for rural and regional communities.
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Nurses in Pre-Schools
A description of your third spotlight project and why it matters to the community.
Learn more →The people behind the mission
Our People
Talented humans who make it happen.
Tanya Rong
Board Chair
Ange Gordon
Deputy Chair
Dr. Nicole Coombs
Board Member
Karen Russell
Board Member
Arfa Sararaz
Board Member
Carolyne Boothman
Board Member
Linda Reid
Board Member
Ellen-Jane Browne
Executive Officer
Josephine Manco
Members Engagement Coordinator
Ashlea King
Project Officer
Lauren Fenech
Project Officer
Latest News
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The Latrobe Health Assembly respectfully acknowledges Aboriginal people as the Original Custodians of the land we walk on today — the land of the Braiakaulung people of the Gunaikurnai nation and passes on respect to their Elders past and present, future and emerging.
The Latrobe Health Assembly celebrates, values and includes people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.
All gifts of $2 or more are tax deductible and go directly to our programs. The Latrobe Health Assembly is a registered charitable organisation recognised by the ACNC and the ATO. ABN 54 996 117 267.
