OUR STORY
From music stages
to changing lives
District 360 began with a love of music and a belief that joy is something everyone deserves — regardless of ability. This is the story of how that belief became a mission.
WHERE IT ALL BEGAN
Born in Vietnam
Built for Perth
District 360 started as a small music company in Vietnam, celebrating the connection and joy that music brings to people. Over the years, that passion for entertainment grew into something bigger, producing large-scale events including Disney Live, the Ho Tram Golf Tournament, and major music festivals.
But in 2017, our founder Tanya returned to Australia with a new vision. After working in the disability sector across central and rural Western Australia, she saw something that stayed with her: people with disabilities deserved more opportunities for joy, connection, and meaningful experiences.
That insight changed everything. In 2019, District 360 was reborn — this time as a registered NDIS provider in Perth, merging Tanya's love of music with her deep commitment to the disability community.
Pre-2017
Music & events in Vietnam
District 360 begins as an entertainment company, producing Disney Live, Charity Polo Cups, and music festivals across Southeast Asia.
How we got here
2017
A new direction
Founder Tanya returns to Australia and begins working in the disability sector in rural and central Western Australia — experiencing firsthand the gaps in joyful, person-centred support.
2019
District 360 is reborn
Awarded a "Boost Your Local Workforce" grant, Tanya establishes District 360 as a registered NDIS provider in Perth — built on compassion, creativity, and community.
Today
Growing across Australia
District 360 now serves participants across Perth, WA and Melbourne, VIC — with a dedicated team delivering support that's as unique as every individual we work with.
MEET OUR FOUNDER
Tanya Johnston
Founder & Strategic Director, District 360
"My mission is simple — to bring joy and passion to the disability sector, and ensure everyone has the chance to pursue their dreams."
Tanya's journey is one of resilience and purpose. Born in Australia to a migrant parent, she faced hardship early — becoming homeless as a teenager. At 18, she started her corporate career and rose quickly, eventually spending a decade in Vietnam leading HR operations for Nielsen across more than 1,100 employees throughout Southeast Asia.
In 2012, she made a bold pivot — leaving corporate life to launch an entertainment company, promoting Disney Live twice in Vietnam, organising Charity Polo Cups with Royal Families, and managing local artists under Universal Music. Large-scale impact with grassroots heart.
Back in Australia, Tanya turned her sights to the disability sector — first helping providers register under the NDIS, then stepping into a State Relationship Manager role. In 2019, with a government grant and deep conviction, she founded District 360. While no longer in day-to-day operations, she remains the values and vision behind everything we do
10 years in Vietnam
Nielsen Senior Leader
Disney Live Promoter
NDIS Sector Expert
Govt. Grant Recipient 2019
OUR MISSION
More than a service provider — we're a community.
Person-centred care
We deliver personalised support that respects each individual's unique needs, goals, and aspirations.
Joy & creativity
We bring fun and unique experiences to the disability sector — because wellbeing includes happiness.
Independence & growth
We empower clients to build skills, confidence, and connections — and to lead their own journey.
Inclusive community
We create welcoming spaces free from stigma, where everyone is uplifted and belongs.
OUR VALUES
1
Quality
We strive for excellence in everything we do, continually improving our systems, supports, and outcomes to ensure every participant receives high-quality, safe and consistent supports aligned with the NDIS Practice Standards.
2
Openness
We act with honesty, fairness, consistency, and transparency. We build trust through clear communication, shared information, and accountability in all our decisions and interactions.
3
Compassion
We approach every person with empathy, respect, and dignity. We listen to what matters to individuals and respond thoughtfully to the needs of participants and their chosen supports.
5
Collaboration
We work in partnership with participants, families, allied health professionals, and the wider community to plan, deliver, and review supports that achieve meaningful outcomes.
4
Empowerment
We support participants to make informed choices, build independence, and maintain control over their lives and supports. We also empower our staff to act professionally, responsibly, and in the best interests of participants.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
We're here for all of it
At District 360, our passion is fuelled by one thing: helping our participants live their best lives. Here's what that looks like in practice.
A compassionate team that takes the time to understand your unique goals — not just your plan.
Support that helps you develop new skills, build confidence, and connect with your community.
An environment free from stigma — inclusive, welcoming, and always focused on possibility.
A team that believes everyone deserves a chance to shine — and works tirelessly to make that happen.
MEMORIES OVER THE YEARS
