AOD
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Press Release | Reforming funding for GP services is necessary to sustain positive health outcomes for cohealth clients
- June 5, 2026
- Posted by: Caitlyn Wilson
- Category: ENEWS
No CommentsThe Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC) 25th report of the National Wastewater Drug Monitoring Program revealed that consumption of heroin, cocaine and methylamphetamine has reached unprecedented levels of consumption. VAADA is concerned about the impact on already stretched AOD treatment and harm reduction services, calling for better investment to meet demand.
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Victorian AOD Peer Workforce Community of Practice
- May 28, 2026
- Posted by: Alex Lucas
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Hello Victorian AOD Peer Workforce! It’s that time again and we are very excited to announce that we have a date locked in for the next Victorian AOD Peer Workforce
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Walking Together: Treaty and the Victorian Alcohol and Drug Sector
- May 26, 2026
- Posted by: Trudi Jordan
- Category: ENEWS
VAADA are pleased to launch 'Walking Together: Treaty and the Victorian Alcohol and Drug Sector'. A paper aimed at supporting mainstream AOD services to align with the principles of Treaty -
Press Release | 2026 Victorian Budget Does Not Address High Demand for Drug Treatment
- May 5, 2026
- Posted by: Trudi Jordan
- Category: ENEWS
The Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC) 25th report of the National Wastewater Drug Monitoring Program revealed that consumption of heroin, cocaine and methylamphetamine has reached unprecedented levels of consumption. VAADA is concerned about the impact on already stretched AOD treatment and harm reduction services, calling for better investment to meet demand.
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Invitation to VAADA Reconciliation Week Event
- May 4, 2026
- Posted by: Trudi Jordan
- Category: ENEWS
Join us on Wednesday, 27 May, in honour of Reconciliation Week. We invite sector stakeholders to join an important conversation on Aboriginal self-determination and future directions for alcohol and other -
Press Release | ACIC wastewater drug report reveals unprecedented levels of substance use
- May 1, 2026
- Posted by: Caitlyn Wilson
- Category: ENEWS
The Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC) 25th report of the National Wastewater Drug Monitoring Program revealed that consumption of heroin, cocaine and methylamphetamine has reached unprecedented levels of consumption. VAADA is concerned about the impact on already stretched AOD treatment and harm reduction services, calling for better investment to meet demand.
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Forensic Fundamentals (1/2 Day) Training – Monday 1st June 2026
- April 28, 2026
- Posted by: Caraniche at Work
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Forensic Fundamentals is a half-day forensic clinical training session for Victorian Alcohol and other Drug Workers. The Forensic Fundamentals training session will provide attendees with information and clinical skills for
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Advanced AOD Training – Monday 15th June 2026 (full day)
- April 28, 2026
- Posted by: Caraniche at Work
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Advanced AOD Forensics is clinical training for experienced drug and alcohol clinicians working with forensic clients. Advanced AOD Forensics training is targeted at senior AOD clinicians working with forensic clients
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SHARC Peer Facilitator Training
- April 15, 2026
- Posted by: Peer Projects SHARC
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Hello from the Team here at Peer Projects! We are thrilled to announce that registrations for our next Peer Facilitator Training are now open. This 1-day training is specifically designed
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Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs
- April 2, 2026
- Posted by: Alex Lucas
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Intake closes 10/05/26 The Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) focusses on upskilling students in key therapeutic competencies, research, advocacy and networking and collaboration. This highly sought-after qualification is