Latest alcohol and other drugs News

New Footscray Hospital Another Step Closer To Opening
Hidden pockets of GHB harm revealed as ambulance attendances surge across Australia
Even a day off alcohol makes a difference – our timeline maps the health benefits when you stop drinking
Strengthening housing responses for people facing alcohol and drug concerns
2025/2026 Annual Business Plan And Budget Adopted
Contract awarded for Central Great Southern women’s refuge
“Let this evaluation see the light of day”: GPs call for release of Queensland drug testing report
May 2025: Supporting children living with a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and their carers | Communities and Justice
Children’s recall of alcohol ads on commercial television highlights urgent need for reform
Upskilling Mental Health Workforce To Prevent Deaths By Suicide
More people are trying medicinal cannabis for chronic pain. But does it work?
New research highlights hidden patterns of harm associated with intimate partner violence involving alcohol and other drugs
Budget 2025-26: Record $2.33 billion for high-quality health care
Our Region, Our People: Meet Josie
Alcohol remains the leading cause for drug treatment in Australia 
Mental health service providers gather to strengthen collaboration across the region
PEAK BODY WELCOMES DRUG SUMMIT REPORT, CALLS FOR SWIFT RESPONSE
RACGP: Drug testing services save lives
Hard-hitting Campaign Highlights Dangers Of Meth
The Coalition has promised $400m for youth mental health. Young people told us what they need
NSW court diversion program for alcohol and other drugs use lowers rates of reoffending and imprisonment, new study finds
Last Crane Down At Frankston Hospital Redevelopment
Police Lay Charges Over Drug Offences In Darwin 24 March
Mobile Health Clinic Now Delivering Free Care To Regional Women
Alcohol and Other Drug Issues paper published
NQPHN announces service provider for new Cairns Medicare Mental Health Centre
Urgent call to NT Government: Do not abandon alcohol harm reduction measures
With ‘damp drinking’ and ‘zebra striping’, Gen Z are embracing moderation – not abstinence – from alcohol
Choking during sex: many young people mistakenly believe it can be done safely, our study shows
Making Sure All Women Get Care They Need
Boosting Emergency Care Across Northern Suburbs
Why do some young people use Xanax recreationally? What are the risks?
New round of youth grants awarded in the NT to help minimise alcohol and other drug harms
UQ research aims to improve fetal alcohol spectrum disorder diagnosis
Tasmanian Drug Strategy Implementation Plan One released
Streamlined health services supporting Alice Springs safety
Frankston Hospital Redevelopment Hits Major Milestone 11 December
PEAK BODY CALLS FOR DRUG AND ALCOHOL FUNDING IN NEXT BUDGET FOLLOWING DRUG SUMMIT WRAP UP
Australian Greens announce plans for Federal expansion of drug checking to help save lives
NEW DATA FROM PEAK BODY SHOWS HUGE WAITLIST FOR ALCOHOL AND DRUG TREATMENT, CALLS FOR ACTION AT SYDNEY DRUG SUMMIT
$235million For Alcohol And Drug Services Across NSW
Prevention is better than cure with landmark passage of Preventive Health SA law
Urgent call for NT Government to retain floor price on alcohol to prioritise health and safety of Territorians
Delivering Better Mental Health Facilities In The North-East
Schoolies means more drink spiking warnings. Why is the burden still on women to stay safe?
Mental Health Lived Experience Training Hub Opens
Financial stress and cultural differences make migrants particularly vulnerable to gambling harms. Here’s why
First Look Inside New Footscray Hospital