Events

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Peer Support Group (Frankston)

Windana - Frankston 31 Playne Street, Frankston

Fridays in Frankston - 2:00pm - 3:30pm A safe environment to gain insight and strength from shared experiences.  Windana's Peer Support groups are open to anyone aged 18+ who has experienced alcohol and other drug challenges. These are ongoing, open groups - you can come as often as you need. The group is free. You

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Run into Recovery

Run into Recovery is a community walking/running group that meets every Sunday in St Kilda West.  The Run into Recovery group has a clear intention to bring those together in the community who have been impacted by addiction and recovery. That includes those who have been directly affected, family/carers/supporters and allies of the cause. We

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YDHF International Overdose Awareness Day Event

Collingwood Neighbourhood House: 253 Hoodle Street, Collingwood Hoddle Street, Collingwood, Victoria, Australia

YDHF will acknowledge IOAD with community members, AOD service providers and guest speaker, Sally Finn, founder of IOAD. BBQ lunch provided.

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Peer Support Group (St Kilda)

Windana - St Kilda Alma Road, St Kilda, Victoria, Australia

Mondays in St Kilda - 1:00pm - 2:30pm A safe environment to gain insight and strength from shared experiences.  Windana's Peer Support groups are open to anyone aged 18+ who has experienced alcohol and other drug challenges. These are ongoing, open groups - you can come as often as you need. The group is free.

Free
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SMART Recovery for Young People (Frankston)

Windana - Frankston 31 Playne Street, Frankston

A fresh approach for addiction recovery SMART Recovery Youth groups help young people aged 11 to 25 break free from addictive or other unhealthy behaviours related to drugs, alcohol and more. Using the powerful SMART Method, you’ll work with peers who have been in your shoes before to focus on the present and set goals

Free

Advanced AOD Training – Wednesday 3rd September 2025 (full day)

Online via Zoom

Advanced AOD Forensic training is targeted at senior AOD clinicians working with forensic clients presenting with multiple complexities, including personality disorders, severe mental health issues, and other co morbidities which present in addition to significant AOD use. The training is delivered by experienced forensic psychologists and provides knowledge and skills for working with the most

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SMART Recovery for Adults (Bentleigh – women’s group)

Windana - Bentleigh South Road, Bentleigh, Victoria, Australia

A fresh approach for addiction recovery SMART Recovery Adult is a group for people aged 18+ who wish to change addictive and other unhealthy behaviours relating to drugs, alcohol and more. Using the powerful SMART Method, you’ll join a supportive group where you can focus on the present and set goals for the future. This

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“From LOLs to Lows: Rethinking Nangs and Youth Harm Reduction” presented by Jacqui Cameron & Julaine Allan – Talking Point – online from 1pm to 2pm

"From LOLs to Lows: Rethinking Nangs and Youth Harm Reduction" presented by Jacqui Cameron & Julaine Allan Nitrous Oxide (N2O), colloquially known as “laughing gas” or “nangs”, is a dissociative anaesthetic that has become increasingly popular among young people. The growing popularity of N2O can be attributed to its ease of access through social media and

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The How and Why of MI

Online via Zoom

Boost your skills and confidence in applying motivational interviewing Motivational interviewing is an essential skill for alcohol and other drug workers that has a powerful impact on change. In this interactive, evidence based online workshop, you’ll develop core MI skills and explore the spirit and philosophy of MI. Boost your confidence and skills in applying

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SMART Recovery for Young People (Moorabbin Youth Hub)

Windana - Moorabbin Youth Hub Station Street, Moorabbin, Victoria, Australia

New time: Thursdays 10:30am to 12:00pm! A fresh approach for addiction recovery SMART Recovery Youth groups help young people aged 11 to 25 break free from addictive or other unhealthy behaviours related to drugs, alcohol and more. Using the powerful SMART Method, you’ll work with peers who have been in your shoes before to focus

Free