Contacts

Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) contact

The Alcohol and Drug Foundation provides facts, resources and programs to help prevent alcohol and other drug harm in Australian communities.

Alcohol and Other Drugs Knowledge Centre contact

Visit this website for information and current research on reducing the harmful use of alcohol and other drugs in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Alcohol. Think Again contact

The Alcohol. Think Again website provides resources and information about the effects of alcohol on your health. There is information for parents, young people, and women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Australia contact

To find an AA meeting close to you or for information about quitting or reducing your drinking, contact AA or visit their website.

ASSIST contact

The ASSIST (alcohol, smoking and substance involvement screening test) is an easy-to-use tool that detects substance use and related problems. It asks 8 questions and takes about 5 to 10 minutes to complete.

Australian Drug Information Network (ADIN)

Use the ADIN website to find information on alcohol and other drugs, including treatment services.

DirectLine

Contact DirectLine for confidential alcohol and drug counselling and referral in Victoria Australia. The service is available 24/7 by phone or online.

Drug Aware

Contact Drug Aware's 24-hour alcohol and drug support line for help in Western Australia. Their website also provides information about drugs and their impact, and how to stay safe for young people.

Drug Strategy contact

Contact the Drug Strategy team for information about our National Drug Strategy and help with any of its related resources.

eheadspace contact

eheadspace is a national online and phone support service for young people between 12 and 25. It covers a wide range of topics and issues affecting mental health. Contact them online or by phone from 9am to 1am AEST, every day.

Family Drug Support (FDS)

Contact Family Drug Support (FDS) for help dealing with drug and alcohol use in your family. Their free national telephone support line is available 24/7 anywhere in Australia. They also provide support groups, education programs, counselling and bereavement services for families.

FASD Hub Australia contact

The FASD Hub provides information about fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). You can browse a directory of health services and providers with FASD expertise and find details about FASD training for professionals and providers.

Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) contact

Visit the FARE website to find out what they're doing to influence government policy on alcohol. Learn about the alcohol-focused research they support and browse their other resources about alcohol.

healthdirect hotline

Call this number to speak to a registered nurse about your health concerns. The hotline is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Hello Sunday Morning contact

Join this online support community for support and advice on how to quit or reduce your drinking. You can take part in the Daybreak program for one-on-one web chats with qualified health coaches. You can also read their blog and get tips on how to support others.

Kids Helpline contact

Kids Helpline provides a free, private and confidential phone and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. The service is available 24 hours a day from anywhere in Australia.

Lifeline

Contact Lifeline for support if you are experiencing a personal crisis or have suicidal thoughts. You can call them 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from anywhere in Australia.

National Centre for Education and Training on Addiction (NCETA) contact

NCETA aims to help organisations and workers to better respond to problems related to alcohol and other drugs (AOD). Find out about their research into intervention programs for workplaces and effective workforce development.

National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC) contact

NDARC conducts research into alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment. Find up-to-date information about AOD treatment options and how effective they are at reducing AOD-related harm.

National Drug Research Institute (NDRI) contact

NDRI conducts research that contributes to effective alcohol and other drug (AOD) policies, strategies and practices. Browse their latest publications and resources and read about their research programs.

Positive Choices contact

This website helps school communities to access accurate, up-to-date drug education resources and prevention programs.

Pregnant Pause contact

Pregnant Pause provides support to help you and your loved ones go alcohol-free during pregnancy. Having support can make it much easier to stop drinking and give your child the best possible start in life.

ReachOut.com contact

Visit the ReachOut website for help and support on mental health issues for young people. Information is also available for parents and schools.

Rural Financial Counselling Service contact

Contact the Rural Financial Counselling Service if you need help dealing with financial hardship. They can refer you to relevant professional services such as accountants, agricultural advisers, education or counselling services. This service is for farmers, fishing or forestry businesses.