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First round of projects announced under the Community Health and Hospitals Program (CHHP).
The Australian Government has signed agreements with all 8 state and territory governments, Primary Health Networks and community organisations worth $229.2 million to deliver the first round of projects under the landmark $1.25 billion Community Health and Hospitals Program (CHHP)
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New drug and alcohol treatment facilities
New residential treatment facilities help people with alcohol and drug rehabilitation.
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Extra local drug action teams to tackle alcohol and drug problems
An important part of our National Ice Action Strategy, extra local drug action teams will be working with local communities to prevent and minimise alcohol and drug-related harm.
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Support for Australians battling alcohol and drug issues
We are continuing to fund alcohol and drug treatment and support services and trial new initiatives so that help is available to those who need it.
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Reducing Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) in Australia
The FASD Strategic Action Plan aims to reduce FASD in Australia by supporting the needs of individuals, families and communities.
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