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SUMMARY:Tuesdays with Nexus 16 June
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Social & Emotional Wellbeing in Action\nSpeakers: Tristan Williams\, First Nations Mental Health Clinician & Prue Shanahan\, Practice Development Nurse from St Vincent’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Service\nTuesdays with Nexus is a monthly interactive online session. It is an invitation to connect professionally and share information. \nRegister for Tuesdays with Nexus sessions at the link below.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/tuesdays-with-nexus-16-june/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Nexus":MAILTO:nexus@svha.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260615T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260615T163000
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SUMMARY:Advanced AOD Training – Monday 15th June 2026 (full day)
DESCRIPTION:Advanced AOD Forensics is clinical training for experienced drug and alcohol clinicians working with forensic clients.\n\n\n\nAdvanced AOD Forensics 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. \nThe training is delivered by experienced forensic psychologists and provides knowledge and skills for working with the most complex forensic clients in AOD settings. \n\nWho can attend? \nDrug and alcohol clinicians who fulfill the below prerequisite: \n1) Completion of the Forensic Fundamentals (1/2) day training; and \n2) A minimum 2 years’ experience with forensic clients.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/advanced-aod-training-monday-15th-june-2026-full-day/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:SHARC Peer Worker Training - June 2026
DESCRIPTION:Hello from the Team here at Peer Projects! \nWe are thrilled to announce that registrations for our next Peer Worker Training are open. \nEligibility: This training is free and for AOD Peer Workers in state-funded services in Victoria. \nDuration: 6 days\, 9:30am – 3:00pm each day. \nDates: 9th\, 10th\, 11th\, 15th\, 16th and 17th June 2026. \nWhere: Online training\, link to be sent once registered. \nIf you\, or anybody you know who is in a Victorian AOD Peer Worker role\, is yet to attend SHARC’s Peer Worker Training\, then please register and share the link with your networks accordingly. \nRegistrations are sure to fill up fast so make sure you register your interest as soon as possible if you would like to attend the training via the following link: \nSHARC Peer Worker Training Registration Questionnaire – Fill out form \nSHARC Peer Worker Training aims to: \n• Educate peer workers around the concepts and core competencies of the peer work discipline. \n• Assist peer workers to apply best practice peer work in formalised settings. \n• Explore the key components of the role with a focus on the peer relationship. \n• Increase confidence and develop skills in communication and navigating relational parameters. \n• Develop understandings of ethical practice and workplace legislative requirements. \n• Empower peer workers to advocate for the discipline and manage their own wellbeing and development needs. \n• Prepare peer workers to work across a number of domains\, remaining ‘peer’ within clinical governance frameworks. \nPlease note that registrations for spots in the training close by COB Tuesday 12th of May 2026. \nFor those of you who are not currently in a Victorian State-funded AOD Peer Work role who are interested in attending the training: please stay updated on our mailing list for when there is an available training for you. \nFor any questions regarding the training please email peersupport@sharc.org.au \nThanks \nPeer Projects Team.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/sharc-peer-worker-training-june-2026/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="SHARC":MAILTO:peersupport@sharc.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260601T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260601T163000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20260427T221612Z
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SUMMARY:Forensic Fundamentals (1/2 Day) Training - Monday 1st June 2026
DESCRIPTION:Forensic Fundamentals is a half-day forensic clinical training session for Victorian Alcohol and other Drug Workers. \n\n\nThe Forensic Fundamentals training session will provide attendees with information and clinical skills for working with forensic clients. The training aims to enhance key clinical skills\, enabling  clinicians to better work with forensic clients and the capability of clinicians to work collaboratively with Justice colleagues managing forensic clients in the community.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/forensic-fundamentals-1-2-day-training-monday-1st-june-2026/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260519T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260519T094500
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CREATED:20260520T002702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T002702Z
UID:72123-1779181200-1779183900@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Tuesdays with Nexus
DESCRIPTION:Topic: \nStraight Up documentary series\, lived and living experience animations: A Nexus integrated care resource \nPresenters: \nKevan Myers\, Team Leader and Senior Integrated Care Clinician &  \nSimon Kroes\, Senior Integrated Care Clinician \nNexus Integrated Care\, St Vincent’s Hospital \nTuesdays with Nexus is a monthly interactive online session. It is an invitation to connect professionally and share information. \nRegister for Tuesdays with Nexus sessions at the link below.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/tuesdays-with-nexus/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nexus":MAILTO:nexus@svha.org.au
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260504T163000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20260402T050438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T051642Z
UID:71510-1777887000-1777912200@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Advanced AOD Training – Monday 4th May 2026 (full day)
DESCRIPTION:Monday 4th May 2026 (full day)\nAdvanced AOD Forensics is clinical training for experienced drug and alcohol clinicians working with forensic clients.\n\n\n\nAdvanced AOD Forensics 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. \nThe training is delivered by experienced forensic psychologists and provides knowledge and skills for working with the most complex forensic clients in AOD settings. \n\nWho can attend? \nDrug and alcohol clinicians who fulfill the below prerequisite: \n1) Completion of the Forensic Fundamentals (1/2) day training; and \n2) A minimum 2 years’ experience with forensic clients.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/advanced-aod-training-monday-4th-may-2026-full-day/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260428T133000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T025402Z
UID:71334-1777368600-1777383000@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Forensic Fundamentals (1/2 Day) Training - Tuesday 28th April 2026
DESCRIPTION:Forensic Fundamentals is a half-day forensic clinical training session for Victorian Alcohol and other Drug Workers. \n\n\nThe Forensic Fundamentals training session will provide attendees with information and clinical skills for working with forensic clients. The training aims to enhance key clinical skills\, enabling  clinicians to better work with forensic clients and the capability of clinicians to work collaboratively with Justice colleagues managing forensic clients in the community.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/forensic-fundamentals-1-2-day-training-tuesday-28th-april-2026/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260421T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260421T094500
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20260402T050659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T050659Z
UID:71476-1776762000-1776764700@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Tuesdays with Nexus 21 April
DESCRIPTION:Topic: The role of exercise and socialisation in mental health and wellbeing recovery \nSpeaker: Nicolas Oughton\, Exercise Physiologist\, Group Programs and Brief Interventions Team\, St Vincent’s Mental Health \nTuesdays with Nexus is a monthly interactive online session. It is an invitation to connect professionally and share information. \nRegister for Tuesdays with Nexus sessions at the link below.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/tuesdays-with-nexus-21-april/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nexus":MAILTO:nexus@svha.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260415T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260415T180000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20260402T050813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T050813Z
UID:71427-1776268800-1776276000@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:ONLINE Pre-Interlock Removal Program
DESCRIPTION:On Track Training is pleased to offer the Online Pre-Interlock Removal Program which is due to commence Wednesday 15th April 2026 – Bookings are now open \nProgram Details: \nDuration: 2hrs \nLocation: via Zoom \nPlease contact our office or follow the link for further information or to book in.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/online-pre-interlock-removal-program-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="On Track Training":MAILTO:bookings@ontracktraining.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260323T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260323T133000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20260204T215403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T220600Z
UID:69549-1774258200-1774272600@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Forensic Fundamentals (1/2 day)
DESCRIPTION:Monday 23rd March 2026 (1/2 Day) Training\nForensic Fundamentals is a half-day forensic clinical training session for Victorian Alcohol and other Drug Workers. \n\n\nThe Forensic Fundamentals training session will provide attendees with information and clinical skills for working with forensic clients. The training aims to enhance key clinical skills\, enabling  clinicians to better work with forensic clients and the capability of clinicians to work collaboratively with Justice colleagues managing forensic clients in the community.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/forensic-fundamentals-1-2-day/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260317T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260317T094500
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20260304T025553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T025553Z
UID:70237-1773738000-1773740700@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Tuesdays with Nexus 17 March 2026
DESCRIPTION:Topic: \nHow the Mental Health Legal Centre can support people using the mental health system. \nSpeaker: \nCharlotte Jones\, CEO\, Mental Health Legal Centre \nTuesdays with Nexus is a monthly interactive online session. It is an invitation to connect professionally and share information. \nRegister for Tuesdays with Nexus sessions at the link below.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/tuesdays-with-nexus-17-march-2026/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nexus":MAILTO:nexus@svha.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260311T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260311T163000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20260204T215230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T221415Z
UID:69539-1773221400-1773246600@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Advanced AOD Forensic Training
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 11th March 2026 (full day)\nAdvanced AOD Forensics is clinical training for experienced drug and alcohol clinicians working with forensic clients.\n\n\n\nAdvanced AOD Forensics 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. \nThe training is delivered by experienced forensic psychologists and provides knowledge and skills for working with the most complex forensic clients in AOD settings. \n\nWho can attend? \nDrug and alcohol clinicians who fulfill the below prerequisite: \n1) Completion of the Forensic Fundamentals (1/2) day training; and \n2) A minimum 2 years’ experience with forensic clients.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/advanced-aod-forensic-training/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260223T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260223T163000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20260122T013914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T220320Z
UID:69135-1771849800-1771864200@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Forensic Fundamentals (1/2 Day) Training
DESCRIPTION:Monday 23rd February 2026\nForensic Fundamentals is a half-day forensic clinical training session for Victorian Alcohol and other Drug Workers. \n\n\nThe Forensic Fundamentals training session will provide attendees with information and clinical skills for working with forensic clients. The training aims to enhance key clinical skills\, enabling  clinicians to better work with forensic clients and the capability of clinicians to work collaboratively with Justice colleagues managing forensic clients in the community.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/forensic-fundamentals-1-2-day-training-monday-23rd-february-2026/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260217T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260217T094500
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20260202T212007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T212145Z
UID:69514-1771318800-1771321500@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Tuesdays with Nexus 17 February 2026
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Fetal Alcohol Use Disorder – are we missing it in our patients? \nSpeaker: Dr Keri Alexander\, Lead Addiction Medicine Specialist\, Austin Health /The Hamilton Centre \nTuesdays with Nexus is a monthly interactive online session. It is an invitation to connect professionally and share information. \nRegister for Tuesdays with Nexus sessions at the link below.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/tuesdays-with-nexus-17-february-2026/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nexus":MAILTO:nexus@svha.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260216T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260216T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20260202T022203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T022203Z
UID:69476-1771254000-1771261200@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:ONLINE Pre-Interlock Removal Program
DESCRIPTION:On Track Training is pleased to offer the Online Pre-Interlock Removal Program which is due to commence Monday 16th February 2026 – Bookings are now open \nProgram Details: \nDuration: 2hrs \nLocation: via Zoom \nPlease contact our office or follow the link for further information or to book in.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/online-pre-interlock-removal-program/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="On Track Training":MAILTO:bookings@ontracktraining.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260127T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260127T163000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20251210T205618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T220651Z
UID:68699-1769506200-1769531400@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Advanced AOD Forensic Training –
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 27th January 2026 (full day)\n\nAdvanced AOD Forensics is clinical training for experienced drug and alcohol clinicians working with forensic clients.\n\n\n\nAdvanced AOD Forensics 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. \nThe training is delivered by experienced forensic psychologists and provides knowledge and skills for working with the most complex forensic clients in AOD settings. \n\nWho can attend? \nDrug and alcohol clinicians who fulfill the below prerequisite: \n1) Completion of the Forensic Fundamentals (1/2) day training; and \n2) A minimum 2 years’ experience with forensic clients.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/advanced-aod-forensic-training-tuesday-27th-january-2026-full-day/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260114T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260114T133000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20251210T205738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T205917Z
UID:68695-1768383000-1768397400@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Forensic Fundamentals (1/2 Day) Training - Wednesday 14th January 2026
DESCRIPTION:Forensic Fundamentals is a half-day forensic clinical training session for Victorian Alcohol and other Drug Workers.\n\n\n\nThe Forensic Fundamentals training session will provide attendees with information and clinical skills for working with forensic clients. The training aims to enhance key clinical skills\, enabling  clinicians to better work with forensic clients and the capability of clinicians to work collaboratively with Justice colleagues managing forensic clients in the community.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/forensic-fundamentals-1-2-day-training-wednesday-14th-january-2026/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251210T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20250306T041341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T003752Z
UID:60743-1765393200-1765396800@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:BreakThrough : Emotional Impact of Addiction AND Recovery for Everyone
DESCRIPTION:It’s important to note that BreakThrough is an education program and while each session includes group discussion about a particular topic or theme\, people requiring more intensive support in relation to their own circumstances are strongly encouraged to contact Family Drug and Gambling Help on 1300 660 068 to speak to a trained volunteer with personal experience of a loved one’s drug use. \nParticipants registering for online sessions of BreakThrough will be sent a confirmation email with information about how to join the session. \n*Please note that BreakThrough is based in Melbourne\, Australia and this event will take place in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT). \nAbout “Emotional Impact of Addiction AND Recovery for Everyone” \nWhen you find out that someone you love is addicted to prescription pills\, ice\, heroin\, alcohol or any other drug\, it can be absolutely overwhelming. In some ways it can feel like that person is replaced by a stranger who’s behaviours are impacting us in a variety of ways.\nThe first half of this session explores how Family Members can find themselves experiencing a range of emotions such as grief\, guilt and shame\, vicarious trauma\, and over time ‘compassion fatigue’ when their loved one is caught up in a toxic relationship with addiction. The second half focuses on ‘recovery’\, what this looks like for both the person using substances\, and for families.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/breakthrough-emotional-impact-of-addiction-3/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251203T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20250227T040725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T233045Z
UID:59973-1764788400-1764792000@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:BreakThrough : Addiction and Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Online BreakThrough sessions go for 1 hour and cover topics relevant to families who are dealing with a loved one’s drug use. Some content will be specific to substance misuse\, other material will cover addictive behaviours more broadly. \nIt’s important to note that BreakThrough is an education program and while each session includes group discussion about a particular topic or theme\, people requiring more intensive support in relation to their own circumstances are strongly encouraged to contact Family Drug and Gambling Help on 1300 660 068 to speak to a trained volunteer with personal experience of a loved one’s drug use. \nParticipants registering for online sessions of BreakThrough will be sent a confirmation email with information about how to join the session. \n*Please note that BreakThrough is based in Melbourne\, Australia and this event will take place in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT). \nAbout “Addiction and Mental Health” \nThis session includes information about the effects of drugs on mental health\, different types of mental health disorders and their impact on the family\, and strategies for how family members can stay connected to their loved ones.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/breakthrough-addiction-and-mental-health-9/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251126T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251126T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20250227T040738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T024403Z
UID:59967-1764183600-1764187200@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:BreakThrough for Families – Boundaries and Safety Plans
DESCRIPTION:It’s important to note that BreakThrough is an education program and while each session includes group discussion about a particular topic or theme\, people requiring more intensive support in relation to their own circumstances are strongly encouraged to contact Family Drug and Gambling Help on 1300 660 068 to speak to a trained volunteer with personal experience of a loved one’s drug use. \nParticipants registering for online sessions of BreakThrough will be sent a confirmation email with information about how to join the session. \n*Please note that BreakThrough is based in Melbourne\, Australia and this event will take place in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT). \nAbout “Boundaries and Safety Plans” \nThis session includes information about setting boundaries\, how to say no\, safety planning\, de-escalation and other strategies for how to stay connected to loved ones.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/breakthrough-for-families-boundaries-and-safety-plans-5/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251125T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251125T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20251014T215058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T220716Z
UID:67766-1764061200-1764086400@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Advanced AOD Forensic Training
DESCRIPTION: Tuesday 25th November 2025 (full day)\nAdvanced AOD Forensics 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. Participants must have completed the Forensic Fundamentals 1/2 day training to be eligible to complete this training.  \nThe training is delivered by experienced forensic psychologists and provides knowledge and skills for working with the most complex forensic clients in AOD settings. 
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/advanced-aod-forensic-training-tuesday-25th-november-2025-full-day/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.vaada.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Caraniche-banner-.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251119T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20250227T040808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T232548Z
UID:59961-1763578800-1763582400@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:BreakThrough: Family Relationships
DESCRIPTION:It’s important to note that BreakThrough is an education program and while each session includes group discussion about a particular topic or theme\, people requiring more intensive support in relation to their own circumstances are strongly encouraged to contact Family Drug and Gambling Help on 1300 660 068 to speak to a trained volunteer with personal experience of a loved one’s drug use. \nParticipants registering for online sessions of BreakThrough will be sent a confirmation email with information about how to join the session. \n*Please note that BreakThrough is based in Melbourne\, Australia and this event will take place in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT). \nAbout “Family Relationships” \nThis session includes information about the stages of change model\, family roles and helpful behaviours\, and strategies for how to stay connected to loved ones.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/breakthrough-family-relationships-9/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251119T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20251007T214546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T220732Z
UID:67702-1763546400-1763560800@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Forensic Fundamentals (1/2 Day) Training
DESCRIPTION:The Forensic Fundamentals training session will provide attendees with information and clinical skills for working with forensic clients. The aim of the training is to enhance key clinical skills to enable clinicians to better work with forensic clients and the capability of clinicians to work collaboratively with Justice colleagues managing forensic clients in the community.  \n  \nWhen: Wednesday 19 November \nTime: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \nWhere: online (see below) \n 
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/forensic-fundamentals-1-2-day-training-wednesday-19th-november-2025/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.vaada.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Caraniche-banner-.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251113T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251113T133000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20251106T212853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T212853Z
UID:67932-1763037000-1763040600@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Comorbidity Guidelines Webinar: Disasters\, climate change and mental health
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will give an overview of the impact of disasters and climate change on mental health and is part of the University of Sydney’s Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use Comorbidity Project webinar series\, which is focused on applying evidence into practice. \n When: Thursday 13th November\, 12:30-1:30 PM (AEDT) \nSpeakers include Professor Lisa Gibbs \nProfessor Lisa Gibbs is a Professor of Public Health and Director of the Disaster\, Climate and Adversity Unit in Melbourne School of Population and Global Health and Academic Lead for Community Resilience and Public Health in the Centre for Disaster Management and Public Safety. Her research focuses on disaster recovery and resilience particularly relating to the interplay between individual and community level outcomes. Flagship studies under her leadership include the 10 years Beyond Bushfires study and the multi-award-winning Recovery Capitals (ReCap) project. Her disaster research programs have contributed new knowledge about the long-term impacts of disasters on mental health and wellbeing and on student learning. They have also identified opportunities to support recovery and resilience\, particularly through social networks\, connection to the natural environment and school programs. Lisa’s research and related practical resources directly influence service and policy decision making in Australia and internationally through cross-sectoral partnerships with community\, service provider and government representatives and disaster networks. Lisa also leads a range of research studies relating to child health\, wellbeing and citizenship. This includes studies of the experiences of children and school communities in disasters. \nBy the end of this webinar\, attendees will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the potential long term mental health impacts of disaster exposure\nOutline protective strategies for mental health and wellbeing in disaster contexts\nIdentify where to find helpful resources for working with communities affected by disaster\n\nRegister here: https://uni-sydney.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CZ2yl69_QxSTI3ytowa6lA#/registration
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/comorbidity-guidelines-webinar-disasters-climate-change-and-mental-health/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use":MAILTO:matilda.centre@sydney.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251112T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20250209T204731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T232639Z
UID:59443-1762974000-1762977600@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:BreakThrough For Families – Communicating with Confidence
DESCRIPTION:It’s important to note that BreakThrough is an education program and while each session includes group discussion about a particular topic or theme\, people requiring more intensive support with their circumstances are strongly encouraged to contact Family Drug and Gambling Help on 1300 660 068 to speak to a trained volunteer with personal experience of a loved one’s drug use. \nParticipants registering for online sessions of BreakThrough will be sent a confirmation email with information about how to join the session. \n*Please note that BreakThrough is based in Melbourne\, Australia and this event will take place in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT). \nAbout “Communicating with Confidence” \nThis session includes information about improving communication and assertiveness\, encouraging change\, and how to stay connected to loved ones.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/breakthrough-for-families-communicating-with-confidence-3/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.vaada.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Breakthrough.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251105T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20250227T040827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T052939Z
UID:59953-1762369200-1762372800@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:BreakThrough For Families – Understanding Addiction
DESCRIPTION:It’s important to note that BreakThrough is an education program and while each session includes group discussion about a particular topic or theme\, people requiring more intensive support with their circumstances are strongly encouraged to contact Family Drug and Gambling Help on 1300 660 068 to speak to a trained volunteer with personal experience of a loved one’s drug use. \nParticipants registering for online sessions of BreakThrough will be sent a confirmation email with information about how to join the session. \n*Please note that BreakThrough is based in Melbourne\, Australia and this event will take place in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT). \nAbout “Understanding Addiction” \nThis session includes information about the stages of addiction\, how drugs and alcohol impact the brain\, the role of dopamine\, and how family members can look after themselves and stay connected to their loved ones.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/breakthrough-for-families-understanding-addiction-7/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.vaada.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Breakthrough-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251030T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251030T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20241216T232111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T015515Z
UID:58005-1761816600-1761829200@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Good Night\, Sleep Tight: How to help people sleep better
DESCRIPTION:Develop an in depth understanding of sleep and benefit your clients (and yourself!)\nPeople with alcohol and other drug issues and mental health issues are up to 10 times more likely to experience sleep problems. We now know that poor sleep contributes to a range of other physical and mental health problems\, as well as low resilience and low motivation. But some simple strategies can help your clients to have a good night and sleep tight. \nJoin our clinical associate and CEO of the Sleep Health Foundation\, Dr Moira Junge\, in this fascinating and practical workshop to help you help your clients sleep better and improve their wellbeing. Gain an understanding of the biopsychosocial processes involved in sleep/wakefulness and common sleep disorders. \nLearn all of the essentials you need to know about sleep and maybe learn a few useful tips for yourself! \nOn average\, participants of Good Night\, Sleep Tight report a 59% increase in knowledge\, 82% increase in skills\, and 74% increase in confidence. Satisfaction is rated at 8.7/10 on average and 91% of participants would recommend this workshop to others. \n“Moira is an excellent presenter. I enjoyed her presenting style and knowledge.” \n👉 Book your place here 👈 \nLearning outcomes\n\nUnderstand what happens in the brain and body to promote sleep and wake states\nUnderstand how sleep and alcohol and other drugs interact\nGain skills in performing a thorough sleep assessment in alcohol and other drug settings\nLearn evidence based strategies to address your clients’ sleep difficulties\, including cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness based therapy for insomnia\nKnow how and when to refer to specialist sleep services\n\nWho should attend?\nThis is a specialist skills workshop suitable for new\, experienced\, and advanced practitioners. This workshop is suitable for workers in low threshold and clinical settings. \n👉 Book your place here 👈 \nPricing\nEarly bird*: $315 | Standard: $365 | Group (5+): $295ea \nFacilitator: Dr Moira Junge\nDate: Thursday 30 October 2025\nTime: 9:30am–1:00pm\nLocation: Online \n \n*Early bird pricing ends 30 September
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/good-night-sleep-tight-how-to-help-people-sleep-better-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="360Edge":MAILTO:training@360edge.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251027T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251027T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20241216T232131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T232131Z
UID:57999-1761557400-1761570000@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Essential MI and Relapse Prevention: Alcohol and Other Drug Essentials for Mental Health Workers
DESCRIPTION:Build your skills in responding to people with alcohol and other drug problems in mental health settings\nComorbidity is the norm rather than the exception in mental health. In this new series of half day workshops designed specifically for the mental health sector\, we cover what you need to know about alcohol and other drug presentations in your clients. Walk away with practical knowledge and skills to respond effectively to clients who experience co-occurring alcohol and other drug and mental health issues. \nDeepen your understanding of co-occurring alcohol and other drug and mental health issues\, and build your knowledge\, confidence\, and skills to respond effectively. Learn all about current alcohol and other drug issues\, evidence based treatments\, and how to effectively incorporate best practice responses into mental health treatment for clients with alcohol and other drug issues. \nEssential MI and Relapse Prevention\nLearn about evidence based alcohol and other drug interventions that can be integrated into the mental health context. Improve your skills and confidence in adapting these key approaches to people with co-occurring mental health and alcohol and other drug issues. \nOn average\, participants of Essential MI and Relapse Prevention report a 46% increase in knowledge\, 51% increase in skills\, and 68% increase in confidence. Satisfaction is rated at 9.3/10 on average and 100% of participants would recommend this workshop to others. \n“Topics\, group work and detailed examples of potential client situations. I enjoyed the training and the format in which it was delivered.” \n👉 Book your place here 👈 \nLearning outcomes\n\nLearn key motivational and relapse prevention approaches to alcohol and other drug use conditions\nLearn how to respond therapeutically and effectively in the mental health setting\n\nWho should attend?\nThis specialist skills workshop series is suitable for new\, experienced\, and advanced practitioners in clinical mental health settings. \n👉 Book your place here 👈 \nPricing\nEarly bird*: $315 | Standard: $365 | Group (5+): $295ea \nFacilitator: Dr Richard Cash\nDate: Monday 27 October 2025\nTime: 9:30am–1:00pm\nLocation: Online \n \n*Early bird pricing ends 29 September
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/essential-mi-and-relapse-prevention-alcohol-and-other-drug-essentials-for-mental-health-workers-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="360Edge":MAILTO:training@360edge.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251021T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251021T094500
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20251001T034840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T034840Z
UID:67576-1761037200-1761039900@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Tuesdays with Nexus 21 October 2025
DESCRIPTION:Topic: \nConsumers Can Ask: A practical response to the Royal Commission and Mental Health Act \nSpeakers: \nSimon Kroes\, Senior Clinician & Lachlan Preece\, Lived Experience Project Worker\, Nexus Integrated Care\, St Vincent’s Hospital\, Melbourne \nTuesdays with Nexus is a monthly interactive online session. It is an invitation to connect professionally and share information. \nRegister for Tuesdays with Nexus sessions at the link below.
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/tuesdays-with-nexus-21-october-2025/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nexus":MAILTO:nexus@svha.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251020T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251020T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T234730
CREATED:20241216T232146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T232146Z
UID:57990-1760952600-1760965200@www.vaada.org.au
SUMMARY:Alcohol and Other Drugs and the Brain: Alcohol and Other Drug Essentials for Mental Health Workers
DESCRIPTION:Build your skills in responding to people with alcohol and other drug problems in mental health settings\nComorbidity is the norm rather than the exception in mental health. In this new series of half day workshops designed specifically for the mental health sector\, we cover what you need to know about alcohol and other drug presentations in your clients. Walk away with practical knowledge and skills to respond effectively to clients who experience co-occurring alcohol and other drug and mental health issues. \nDeepen your understanding of co-occurring alcohol and other drug and mental health issues\, and build your knowledge\, confidence\, and skills to respond effectively. Learn all about current alcohol and other drug issues\, evidence-based treatments\, and how to effectively incorporate best practice responses into mental health treatment for clients with alcohol and other drug issues. \nAlcohol and Other Drugs and The Brain\nIn this workshop\, learn how the brain can be affected by drug use and how this impacts on functioning. You will gain a thorough understanding of the functional impact of alcohol and other drugs and their effects on treatment and recovery. We will explore what this means for treatment engagement and participation\, and how you can get the best outcomes from your work. \nOn average\, participants of Alcohol and Other Drugs and the Brain report a 63% increase in knowledge\, 95% increase in skills\, and 95% increase in confidence. Satisfaction is rated at 9/10 on average and 100% of participants would recommend this workshop to others. \n“Richard was very engaging and presented the information well. I thought it was easy to digest\, even with some fairly complex ideas being explained.” \n👉 Book your place here 👈 \nLearning outcomes\n\nUnderstand how alcohol and other drugs affect the brain in the short and longer term\nAdapt treatment to enhance outcomes for people who have cognitive impairments\n\nWho should attend?\nThis specialist skills workshop series is suitable for new\, experienced\, and advanced practitioners in clinical mental health settings. \n👉 Book your place here 👈 \nPricing\nEarly bird*: $315 | Standard: $365 | Group (5+): $295ea \nFacilitator: Dr Richard Cash\nDate: Monday 20 October 2025\nTime: 9:30am–1:00pm\nLocation: Online \n \n*Early bird pricing ends 19 September
URL:https://www.vaada.org.au/event/alcohol-and-other-drugs-and-the-brain-alcohol-and-other-drug-essentials-for-mental-health-workers-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Online,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="360Edge":MAILTO:training@360edge.com.au
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