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A community based response to alcohol and other drug issues
4 Johnston Street Collingwood 3066
Phone: 9468 2819 Mobile: 0419 521 075
W/E March 6th 2015
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The next YDHF meeting is on Monday 13 April which is the 2 Monday owing to Easter Monday being the
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1 Monday. Our Guest Speaker will be Venetia Brissenden Catchment Manager Northern from ReGen who
will give us an update on the Intake and Assessment Program in the Northern Region
In this edition of Update you will find on Page 4 links to the ICE Action Plan Released by the Premier today
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Joe Morris
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE FOLLOWING ARTICLES AND OTHER MATERIAL POSTED IN THIS UPDATE DO
NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE VIEWS OF THE YDHF AND ARE POSTED FOR INFORMATION AND
ADVICE ONLY.
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LATEST LOCAL, NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS!!!
DANCE PARTIES, MUSIC FESTIVALS, PUBS & CLUBS
ICE/METHAMPHETAMINES
MEDICINAL MARIJUANA
ALCOHOL
CANNABIS
STEROIDS
HEROIN/OPIOIDS
HEPATITIS
HIV/AIDS
SMOKING
CONFERENCES, FORUMS & MEETINGS
TRAINING
LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH, REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS ETC
SUPERVISED INJECTING FACILITIES
INFORMATION FOR YOUR CLIENTS
OTHER INFORMATION FOR YOU & YOUR CLIENTS
JOB VACANCIES
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LATEST LOCAL, NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS!!!
Charge Users or Change the Law
Tom Elliot Article
Herald Sun 21st Feb 2015.pdf
Time Has Come to Talk About Legalising Drugs
Time has come to talk about legalising drugs
Inside the Drug Court - Episode 2 - the struggle to stay clean
http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/earshot/inside-the-drug-court-episode-2-the-struggle-to-stayclean/6067118
Inside the Drug Court - Episode 3 of 3 - the road to heaven
http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/earshot/inside-the-drug-court-episode-3-the-road-to-heaven/6067120
Drug courts in Minnesota continue to lower recidivism and jail costs
http://m.startribune.com/local/294723301.html
Parents Enrol in Drugs 101 To Help Their Teens
Parents enrol in Drugs 101 to help their teens
It’s Time Drugs Were Treated as a Health Problem
It's time drugs were treated as a health problem
Police Warn PMMA Drug in Style of Superman Logo Could Be Lethal
Police warn PMMA drug in style of Superman logo could be lethal
Police on the Sunshine Coast Predict Number of Drug Drivers Will Skyrocket
Police predict number of drug drivers will skyrocket
NRL Drugs Scandal a Legal Minefield
Drugs scandal a legal minefield
Paul Crawley: All NRL Players Are Educated on Illicit Substances, Prescription
Paul Crawley: All NRL players are educated on illicit substances, prescription
Australian Rugby Union to Conduct Review of Its Illicit Drug Policy
Australian Rugby Union to conduct review of its illicit drugs policy
Be Honest: How Outraged Would You Be if Footballers Took Drugs
Be honest: How outraged would you be if footballers took drugs?
AFL Pushing Players for Permission to Hair-testing Them for Illicit Drugs Year-round
AFL pushing players for permission to hair-test them for illicit drugs year-round
Illicit Drugs: Australian Sports Intervene While WADA Spectates
Illicit drugs: Australian sports intervene while WADA spectates
WA Police Grilled Over Drug Testing
Police grilled over drug testing
The Deadly High (Synthetic Drugs) Kills Our Kids
The deadly high killing our kids
Cocaine is An Evocative Drug, For Those Who Take It and Perhaps Even More So For Those Who
Deal in Stereotypes
Cocaine is an evocative drug, for those who take it and perhaps even more so for those who deal in stereotypes
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If you use cocaine, you’re helping kill thousands of innocent people. Oh, and you’re destroying
your health. Enjoy
Do this and you're part of a huge evil system
Bitcoin’s Use by Australian Mums and Dads to Buy Drugs is Hindering Police Investigations
Bitcoin's use by Australian mums and dads to buy drugs is hindering police investigations
Exclusion Zone Plan to Stop Drones Flying Drugs into Victorian Jails
Exclusion zone plan to stop drones flying drugs in Victorian jails
Drug and alcohol treatment program producing promising results in Victoria
http://www.abc.net.au/worldtoday/content/2015/s4183904.htm
Public Hysteria Betrays Irrational View of Drugs
Public hysteria betrays irrational view of drugs
Darwin Tongans Welcome Dialogue on Kava Ban
Darwin Tongans welcome dialogue on kava ban
New ‘Drug Driving’ Rules take Effect in UK
New 'drug-driving' rules take effect in UK
Slovakia Heading Towards Full Decriminalisation
http://idpc.net/alerts/2015/02/slovakia-heading-towards-fulldecriminalisation?utm_source=IDPC+Monthly+Alert&utm_campaign=9ea4b0efacIDPC+March+2015+Alert&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_d40f46a7df-9ea4b0efac-103097177
Doctors globally express deep concern about potential scheduling of ketamine
http://idpc.net/alerts/2015/02/doctors-globally-express-deep-concern-about-potential-scheduling-of-ketamine
UK Enforces Strict Drug Driving Rules: Immediate Prosecution for Offenders Using Illegal Drugs
UK enforces strict drug driving rules: Immediate prosecution for offenders using illegal drugs
Why ‘Special K’ is Good Medicine
Why ‘Special K’ is good medicine
Time to tackle Unfinished Business in Washington Criminal Justice Reform
Time to tackle unfinished business in criminal justice reform
ACSO to collaborate with Victoria Police to reduce alcohol- related crime
ACSO MEDIA RELEASE - Tuesday, 3 March 2105
A RAPID response program aimed at alcohol-dependent offenders is being launched today in Dandenong in a bid
to reduce alcohol-related crime and make our community safer.
In a Victorian first, ACSO will work alongside Victoria Police to identify alcohol-dependent offenders at the point of
arrest and offer them greater access to support through drug treatment agencies and programs in their region,
helping to avoid the possibility of future offending behavior.
The pilot program being launched today will be offered to people who have had numerous arrests for drunk in a
public place or drunk and disorderly behaviour, and who have accrued a significant amount of debts in unpaid
infringements and whose behaviour presents a risk to the community.
Offenders will be required to complete a course of treatment with specialist drug and alcohol agencies which may
include care and recovery co-ordination, withdrawal, counselling or rehabilitation. Once successfully completed,
treatment agencies advise Victoria Police of the outcome so this information can be related to the court for
consideration at the person’s next court appearance.
“With this program in place, we plan to divert these offenders from the main stream court process into the alcohol
diversion process – connecting them with treatment providers to identify the type of rehabilitation required to reengage them with the community.” Said Greater Dandenong Police Service Area Inspector, Bruce Kitchen.
The program is part of a joint partnership between ACSO, Victoria Police, the Magistrates’ Courts of Victoria,
Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Justice & Regulation, Sheriff’s Office, Community
Correctional Services and alcohol treatment agencies.
“ACSO is committed to providing access to drug and alcohol treatment for those who need it, right across Victoria
and is proud to be part of this pilot project”, said CEO Karenza Louis-Smith. “Diverting people into treatment to
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address the issues that lead to offending behaviour will see us not only divert people from crime, but also build safer
communities.”
ACSO provides assessment and referral to treatment for people with alcohol and drug addiction, across regional
Victoria. If you or someone you know needs help, call ACSO Connect on 1300 022 760.h 2015.
DANCE PARTIES, MUSIC FESTIVALS, PUBS & CLUBS
In Their Attempts to Smuggle Drugs Into Festivals Our Youth are Putting Themselves in Serious
Danger
In their attempts to smuggle drugs into festivals our youths are putting themselves in serious danger
Drug & Alcohol Clinician Calls for Sniffer Dogs to be Banned from Festivals
Drug & alcohol clinician calls for sniffer dogs to be banned from festivals
Aussie Company wants You to Sneak Alcohol into Festivals & Gigs
Aussie company wants you to sneak alcohol into festivals & gigs
Booze Binges ‘Part of Leavers’
Booze binges 'part of leavers'
ICE/METHAMPHETAMINES
ICE Action Plan released by Victorian Government - 05 Mar 15
LINK TO PLAN:
http://www.premier.vic.gov.au/ice-action-plan
LINKS TO ACCOMPANYING MEDIA RELEASES:
https://4a5b508b5f92124e39ff-ccd8d0b92a93a9c1ab1bc91ad6c9bfdb.ssl.cf4.rackcdn.com/2015/03/150305-IceAction-Plan-Will-Help-Families-And-Save-Lives.pdf
https://4a5b508b5f92124e39ff-ccd8d0b92a93a9c1ab1bc91ad6c9bfdb.ssl.cf4.rackcdn.com/2015/03/150305-IceAction-Plan-Making-Our-Communities-Safer.pdf
https://4a5b508b5f92124e39ff-ccd8d0b92a93a9c1ab1bc91ad6c9bfdb.ssl.cf4.rackcdn.com/2015/03/150305-IceAction-Plan-Protecting-Our-Frontline-Workers.pdf
https://4a5b508b5f92124e39ff-ccd8d0b92a93a9c1ab1bc91ad6c9bfdb.ssl.cf4.rackcdn.com/2015/03/150305-IceAction-Plan-Supporting-Families-Treating-Users.pdf
Forget Kings Cross – Addicts Say Methamphetamine is Readily Available in Brisbane
Forget Kings Cross - addicts say methamphetamine is readily
Truckies Drive 16 Hour Days, Use Ice, Speed to Stay Awake
Truckies drive 16-hour days, use ice, speed to stay awake
Number of crimes committed by methamphetamine addicts 'truly frightening', says WA's top
judge
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-25/wa-chief-justice-says-ice-problem-truly-frightening/6261310
Handling the Heat on ICE
Handling the heat on ice
Opinion: ICE – A Harmless Name for a Deadly Drug
Opinion: Ice - a harmless name for a deadly drug
Reports of 8YO Children Using ICE in Rural NSW
Reports of 8YO children using ice in rural NSW
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MEDICINAL MARIJUANA
Medicinal Cannabis Madness
Medicinal cannabis madness
Cannabis: A New Frontier in Therapeutics
Cannabis: A new frontier in therapeutics
Public Health Association Backs Medicinal Cannabis
Public Health Association backs medicinal cannabis
Cancer Fighter’s Dying Wish to Legalise Medicinal Cannabis One Step Closer
Cancer fighter's dying wish to legalise medicinal cannabis one step closer
The Problems with Legalising Medicinal Cannabis
The problems with legalising medicinal cannabis
How Should We View Medicinal Marijuana and Recreational Marijuana
How should we view medicinal and recreational marijuana?
ALCOHOL
Australian alcohol advertising code under review
Last week Free TV Australia announced that they are reviewing the Commercial Television Industry Code of
Practice and are seeking public comment on a proposed new Code.
Under the proposed Code, alcohol advertising will be permitted during programming with an M or MA classification
or as accompaniment to a sports broadcast on a weekend or public holiday. However, the proposal also brings the
M classification zone forward to 7.30pm, allowing alcohol advertisements to be shown from that time.
This revision is disappointing for many health groups, who have long been raising concerns about television alcohol
advertising, particularly the loophole around sports broadcasts.
Not only are there no plans to close this sports loophole, under the proposed Code alcohol ads in Australia would
be shown on television even earlier in the evening.
We encourage all interested parties to respond to this proposal and submit feedback to Free TV by Friday 3 April
2015.
Find out more about the proposed Code and how to make a submission
Read more in The Australian: ‘Alcohol ads could be shown earlier under planned Free TV changes’
The Age: One in five children affected by the drinking of those who care for them, report finds
The Age, 24 February 2015, journalist Miki Perkins
One in five Australian children has been affected by the drinking of others, and many families struggling with
parental alcohol problems are not part of the welfare system and remain "hidden" to authorities.
Link to story: http://www.theage.com.au/national/one-in-five--children-affected-by-the-drinking-of-thosewho-care-for-them-report-finds-20150223-13mjgp.html
Children Admitted to Hospital Because of Alcohol Use in NSW
Children admitted to hospital because of alcohol use in NSW
Alcohol-fuelled Violence Not Caused by Alcohol But by ‘Macho’ Culture, Anthropologist Dr Anne
Fox Says.
'Alcohol-fuelled' violence not caused by alcohol but by 'macho’ culture, anthropologist Dr Anne Fox says
Alcohol-fuelled violence yet not a single policy change
The Age, 24 February 2015, comment Michael Thorn
Link to story: http://www.theage.com.au/comment/alcoholfuelled-violence-yet-not-a-single-policy-change20150223-13lv2r.html
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More Than 1 Million Australian Children Affected by Alcohol Abuse
More than 1 million Australian children affected by alcohol abuse
Alcohol diversion program aimed at breaking cycle of alcohol addiction among offenders
launched by Victoria Police in south east today
http://www.vicpolicenews.com.au/news/6038-breaking-the-cycle-of-alcohol-addiction.html
Booze Binges ‘Part of Leavers’
Booze binges 'part of leavers'
The Guardian: Alcohol abuse behind high rates of early death among Indigenous, study finds
The Guardian, 20 February 2015 journalist Melissa Davey.
Link to story: http://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2015/feb/20/alcohol-abuse-behind-high-rates-ofearly-death-among-indigenous-study-finds
The new look Drink Tank is here
FARE has rolled out a brand new look for our online conversation space Drink Tank.
The update offers improved functionality, as well as some exciting new website features. Check it out at:
www.drinktank.org.au
Drug and alcohol treatment program producing promising results in Victoria
http://www.abc.net.au/worldtoday/content/2015/s4183904.htm
Charge Users or Change the Law
Tom Elliot Article
Herald Sun 21st Feb 2015.pdf
The hidden harm: Alcohol’s impact on children and families Report
Download a copy of the report from FARE’s website.
The report has also been made available for purchase via FARE’s online shop
Discover the Breath Analysers Market That is Expected to be Worth $1,539.1 Million By 2019
Discover the breath analysers market that is expected to be worth $1,539.1 million by 2019
Alcohol Consumption and Related Problems are Way Over the Limit and It’s Time to Say No
Alcohol consumption and related problems are way over the limit and it’s time to say no
Oxytocin Blocks Effects of Alcohol in Rats, Study Shows
Oxytocin blocks effects of alcohol in rats, study shows
Alcohol Abuse Behind Half Domestic Violence and Child Protection Cases
Alcohol abuse behind half domestic violence and child protection cases
Northern Territory Alcohol Protection Orders Challenged in Supreme Court
Northern Territory alcohol protection orders challenged in supreme court
Hispanics More Likely to Develop Liver Disease from Alcohol than Other Ethnicities
Hispanics more likely to develop liver disease from alcohol than other ethnicities
New Study Confirms That Laws on Alcohol and Marijuana are Totally Out of Sync with the
Science
New study confirms that laws on alcohol and marijuana are totally out of sync with the science
Underage Drinkers of Flavoured Alcoholic Beverages at Increased Risk
Underage drinkers of flavored alcoholic beverages at increased risk
Using Snus Doubles the Risk of Alcohol Dependency
Using snus doubles the risk of alcohol dependency
New Program Aims to Get Serial Drunk Offenders on the Straight and Narrow
New program aims to get serial drunk offenders on the straight and narrow
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Alcohol Makes You More Attractive
Alcohol Makes You More Attractive
Oh Great, another Pill Which Allegedly Cures Hangovers
Oh great, another pill which allegedly cures hangovers
Women with Alcoholic Partners May Benefit from Internet-based Interactive Support Program
Women with alcoholic partners may benefit from Internet-based interactive support program
CANNABIS
Do Marijuana Vaporizers (E-Cigarettes) Offer a ‘Healthier’ High?
Do marijuana vaporizers offer a 'healthier' high?
Marijuana may be even safer than previously thought, researchers say
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/wonkblog/wp/2015/02/23/marijuana-may-be-even-safer-than-previouslythought-researchers-say/
Victoria Police Estimate ‘Hydro’ at $1.5 Billion Drug Industry
Victoria police estimate 'hydro' a $1.5 billion drug industry
NSW Senator David Leyonhjelm Wants All Marijuana Use Legalised
NSW Senator David Leyonhjelm wants all marijuana use legalised
In DC You’re Allowed to Possess Pot, but You Can only Get it Illegally
In DC, you're allowed to possess pot, but you can only get it illegally
Scientists Find Out Why Marijuana Gives You the Munchies
Scientists find out why marijuana gives you the munchies
With Little Fanfare, Two Federal Marijuana Legalization Bills Introduced in the US
With little fanfare, two federal marijuana legalization bills introduced
Marijuana Is About to Be Legal — and Virtually Unregulated — in Washington, DC
https://news.vice.com/article/marijuana-is-about-to-be-legal-and-virtually-unregulated-in-washingtondc?utm_source=vicenewstwitter
US Capital Washington DC Legalises Marijuana Possession
US capital Washington DC legalises marijuana possession
New Study Confirms That Laws on Alcohol and Marijuana are Totally Out of Sync with the
Science
New study confirms that laws on alcohol and marijuana are totally out of sync with the science
Jamaica Also Decriminalises Possession of Small Amount of Marijuana
Jamaica Also Decriminalises Possession Of Small Amount Of marijuana
KFC Marijuana Sales to Begin in Colorado? It’s Unbelievable - Literally
KFC marijuana sales to begin in Colorado? it's unbelievable - literally
New Study Examines Risk factors For Use of Synthetic Marijuana Among Teens
New study examines risk factors for use of synthetic marijuana among teens
Jamaica Decriminalises Marijuana and Moves to Cultivate ‘Ganja’ Industry
Jamaica decriminalises marijuana and moves to cultivate ‘ganja’ industry
Alaska’s Marijuana Entrepreneurs Eager to Open for Business
Alaska's marijuana entrepreneurs eager to open for business
Alaska the Third US State to Legalise Recreational Marijuana
Alaska the third US state to legalise recreational marijuana
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Cannabis Less Deadly than Alcohol: Study
Cannabis less deadly than alcohol: study
Ben & Jerry to Offer Cannabis Ice Cream Once It’s Legal
Ben & Jerry's to offer cannabis ice cream once it's legal
How Should We View Medicinal Marijuana and Recreational Marijuana
How should we view medicinal and recreational marijuana?
New Article Shows How Marijuana Can Act as An Allergen
New article shows how marijuana can act as an allergen
Drugs Live Results: How Different Types of Cannabis Affect the Brain
Drugs Live results: how different types of cannabis affect the brain
STEROIDS
HEROIN/OPIOIDS
Without the Heroin Program I’d probably be Dead
Switzerland has distributed heroin to addicts legally for the past 20 years. Around 1,500 people receive the drug
under supervision. One of them is Evelyn G., an addict for almost 30 years, who says the rationed drug helps her
keep her life together.
http://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/-without-the-heroin-programme-i-d-probably-be-dead-/37819830
Failing Global war On Drugs Disastrous For Low-income Farmers
Failing global war on drugs disastrous for low-income farmers
Tasmanian Poppy Crops Cuts Likely as United Nations Drugs Forum Meets
Tasmanian poppy crops cuts likely as United Nations drugs forum meets
Record Number of Overdoses as Heroin Epidemic Hits WA
Record number of overdoses as heroin epidemic hits WA
Control buprenorphine diversion but not at the cost of treatment access
Practice-oriented review of how to prevent diversion (to other people) and misuse (mainly by injection) of
buprenorphine used in the treatment of opiate dependence cautions that such measures must not be so onerous for
patient or clinic that they undermine the extension of treatment to the greatest number of patients.
Poll Results: Heroin
These are the topline results of a YouGov/Huffington Post survey of 1000 US adults interviewed January 16-20,
2015 on opiates. The results show that few Americans think opiate replacement therapy is best. The margin of error
is 4.0%.
https://today.yougov.com/news/2015/01/20/poll-results-heroin/
America’s Heroin Problem is Getting Worse
America's heroin problem is getting worse
HEPATITIS
Understanding and preventing hepatitis C transmission within sexual partnerships
Professor Carla Treloar
This presentation will provide an overview of this NHMRC-funded qualitative project. The project is based on an
identified gap in the literature and in health promotion practice: little attention has been paid to the couple as site of
hepatitis C risk and prevention, despite the key role that couples play. We have interviewed couples who inject
drugs in Sydney and Melbourne, as well as front-line harm reduction workers in the two cities. As we move to
finalise the project in 2015, I will present some of our emerging findings in relation to risk, treatment and health
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promotion and some of the innovative activities we still wish to undertake. A key aspect of this project has been a
shift in the unit of analysis from the individual to the couple. This continues to be a challenge for our team and I will
provide some conceptual and practical ways we have tackled this.
Biography
Professor Carla Treloar is Deputy Director of the Centre for Social Research in Health (University of New South
Wales) and head of the Centre's hepatitis research team. Carla's research interests are in the fields of hepatitis C
and injecting drug use. She is primarily a qualitative researcher and is grounded in the disciplines of health and
social psychology and public health. However, Carla constantly seeks to work across methods and disciplines. In
particular, she sees it essential to work towards blending the insights that an individual-based discipline like health
psychology can provide when issues such as hepatitis C and illicit drug use are considered in social, legal and
political contexts. Carla is a member of many advisory groups for research, government and non-government
agencies.
Details
Monday 30 March 2015, 2:00pm to 3.00 pm - Room 102, 215 Franklin Street, Melbourne, 3000
Worldwide Treatment of Hepatitis C Could Be Within Sight at the Right Cost
Worldwide treatment of hepatitis C could be within sight at the right cost
The HCV drugs that are Bankrupting America
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jeffrey-sachs/the-drug-that-is-bankrupt_b_6692340.html?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000592
The Various Strains of Hepatitis – A Resource
Hepatitis Victoria overview of each strain of hepatitis from Hep A through to Hep E along with information relating to
prevalence, transmission and symptoms for each strain.
http://www.hepvic.org.au/sites/default/files/A%20B%20C%20D%20E%20OVERVIEW.pdf
HIV/AIDS
NSW Health Minister: My Commitment to Ending HIV is Because I Know People Who Have Died
from AIDS
NSW Health Minister: My commitment to ending HIV is because I know people who have died from AIDS
Partnerships Key to Preventing HIV Transmission Overseas
Partnerships key to preventing HIV transmission overseas
Opposites Attract Study Reports Zero HIV Transmisssions
Opposites Attract study reports zero HIV transmissions
PrEP Access for HIV Prevention in Australia a Step Closer as Gilead Applies to TGA
PrEP access for HIV prevention in Australia a step closer as Gilead applies to TGA
Science Has Confirmed That Two Strains of AIDS Came from Gorillas
Science has confirmed that two strains of AIDS came from gorillas
Preventative HIV Drug Effective: Study
Preventative HIV drug effective: study
First HIV Outbreak was in 1908: Book
First HIV outbreak was in 1908: Book
Fungal Disease Deaths: Just ‘$30 a Person’ for Global AIDS Reduction
Fungal disease deaths: just '$30 a person' for global AIDS reduction
Revealed: How the AIDS Epidemic Began in An African Rainforest Aids Experts Explain WQhy We
Still Don’t Have Ab HIV Vaccine
Revealed: How the AIDS epidemic began in an African rainforest
aids experts explain why we still don't have an HIV vaccine
Harm Reduction International is pleased to announce the launch of the fourth edition of the
Global State of Harm Reduction
Explore our interactive Global State of Harm Reduction 2014 Report on our website
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‘HIV/Aids Could be Eradicated by 2020’
'HIV/Aids Could Be Eradicated By 2020'
VAC Launches Petition for PrEP on Change.org
Following the exciting announcements regarding HIV Pre Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) at last week’s Conference
on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections (CROI) in Seattle, the Victorian AIDS Council (VAC) has launched a
social media campaign through the world’s largest petition platform - Change.org. The petition aims to increase
pressure on the Australian government to approve the use of PrEP for HIV prevention.
At last week’s CROI, findings from the PROUD study (UK) and the IPERGAY study (France/Canada) demonstrated
that PrEP greatly reduces HIV infection rates. This announcement follows close behind VAC’s mid-February release
of an Issues Paper and Position Statement on their website at: www.vac.org.au/PrEP. These documents outline
the evidence base and the organisation’s firm stance that PrEP needs to be approved for use in Australia as part of
the ongoing response to HIV/AIDS.
The petition is being largely shared through social media using the Twitter hashtag #approvePrEPdownunder and
linking to VAC’s Approve PrEP DownUnder petition at: bit.ly/approvePrEPdownunder
SMOKING
Ireland Says Second Major Tobacco Firm Threatens Legal Action
Ireland says second major tobacco firm threatens legal action
UK To Introduce Ban on Smoking in Cars Carrying Children
http://bma.org.uk/news-views-analysis/news/2015/february/ban-on-smoking-in-cars-carrying-children
Ireland Passes Tobacco Plain Packaging Law
Ireland passes tobacco plain packaging law
British American Tobacco sales Fall Less Than Expected
British American Tobacco sales fall less than expected
Few Online E-cigarette Vendors Block Sales to Minors, UNC Lineburger Study Shows
Few online e-cigarette vendors block sales to minors, UNC Lineburger study finds
Tobacco Companies to Settle Smoking Lawsuits for $100 Million
Tobacco companies to settle smoking lawsuits for $100 million
Cigarettes Will Kill Two in Three Australian Smokers, Study Finds
Cigarettes will kill two in three Australian smokers, study finds
Hair Sample Tests Reveal Underreported Exposure to Tobacco Smoke among Premmies with
Lung Disease
Hair sample tests reveal underreported exposure to tobacco smoke among premmies with lung disease
California Lawmakers Want Tobacco Out of MLB
California lawmakers want tobacco out of MLB
New Tobacco Directive ‘The Most Lobbied Dossier’ in EU History
New tobacco directive 'the most lobbied dossier' in EU history
Raising Sale Age for Tobacco Products to 21 May Prevent Adolescents from Taking Up Smoking
Raising sale age for tobacco products to 21 may prevent adolescents from taking up smoking
CONFERENCES, FORUMS & MEETINGS
THE YARRA MENTAL HEALTH ALLIANCE
Invites you to attend its bi-annual community forum “Mental Health Reform… 6 months on!”
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Venue: Reading Room, Fitzroy Town Hall - Date: Tuesday, 17th March 2015 - Time: 9:30am - 11:30am - Cost:
FREE (includes morning tea)
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com.au/event/15547049644
For further information: Lee-Ann Boyle 03 9417 6497
YMHA community
forum 2015.pdf
Australian Youth AOD Conference – August 13 – 14
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The Australian Youth AOD Conference will be at the Arts Centre Melbourne ANZ Pavilion on the 13 & 14 August
More Information – www.youthAOD.org.au and [email protected]
Recovery Walk – Sunday 12th April
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The Recovery Walk will gather at the State Library, Swanston St at 11.30am on Sunday 12 April and walk to
Federation Square.
More Information – www.recoveryacademyaustralia.org.au
Public Policy for Community Organisations - Webinar Thursday March 12th
The policy making process is an exciting world of ideas in which the input of community organisations is important
and can be very powerful. But having great ideas isn’t everything. Pro Bono Australia is pleased to offer insight from
Amanda Cornwall, providing Not for Profit policy professionals with enhanced knowledge and skills to
develop public policy that has an impact.
To Join the Webinar and More Information https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/public-policy-for-communityorganisations-tickets-15705565770
The 24th International Harm Reduction Conference, 18-21 October 2015. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Connecting, communicating and driving change through leadership
Visit our special conference website at www.ihra.net/conference
CALL FOR PAPERS!
Submit your paper now or lose
your opportunity for two years!!
The call for abstracts for the 2015 International Harm Reduction Conference is now open. Submit your paper
before 27th March to be considered for inclusion on the conference programme.
‘Leadership in Times of Change’. An AOD Change Agent Network (CAN) Inaugural Forum with
Christine Nixon
March 23rd; 9.00am - 1pm @ The Bouverie Centre. 8 Gardiner Street, Brunswick. FREE
The AOD sector has experienced its greatest period of change since the early 1990’s. Navigating through this
process requires leadership and resilience.
This is a special invitation by CAN to participate in a free workshop with Christine Nixon, an intelligent and witty
presenter, well-known for her experience as the Chief Commissioner of Victoria Police. The workshop will focus on
leadership and resilience during periods of system change.
This is a unique opportunity for current and aspiring leaders within the AOD sector.
Secure your spot in this forum today as space is limited:
To register follow link: http://bouverie.ievents.info/link/id/zzzz54d999c681de9369/regform?evuid=zzzz54d997225be6e873
More Info follow link: www.changeagentnetwork.net.
NOTE: This event may be videoed & released for public viewing, all efforts will be made to ensure no individual,
beyond the presenter is recognisable
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B-informed – addressing hepatitis b within a community context - Tuesday 24th March from 9.30am –
12.30pm
In collaboration with St Vincent’s and Hepatitis Victoria, the Centre for Culture, Ethnicity and Health are running Bth
informed – addressing hepatitis b within a community context on Tuesday 24 March from 9.30am – 12.30pm in the
Training Room at North Richmond Community Health, 23 Lennox St, Richmond, Victoria.
Nearly two-thirds of people who live with chronic hepatitis B in Australia come from culturally and linguistically
diverse backgrounds or from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Nearly half of the people who have
hepatitis B do not know they have it. Without treatment, up to 25 per cent will die from liver failure or liver cancer.
Learning Outcomes
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Understand the basic facts about Hepatitis B testing, transmission and treatment
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Explore strategies that meet the needs of affected communities
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Learn about resources, supports and websites that assist health workers and the affected communities to
seek help.
For more information about the workshop, or to learn about other professional development opportunities at CEH,
please go to the following website: http://www.ceh.org.au/training/workshops
To book your place in the workshop, please click here.
Lesbian, Bisexual and Queer Women’s Health Conference Friday 27th March, 2015
VAC, in partnership with the Rainbow Network, beyondblue and the Commonwealth Department of Health a proud
to host a FREE one day conference looking at the health and wellbeing of lesbian, bisexual and queer women.
This conference aims to build the capacity of those working to improve the health and well being of lesbian, bisexual
and queer women. In doing so, you’ll hear from a range of speakers who will share research and practice wisdom
regarding service considerations when supporting lesbian and other queer women.
Dr Ruth McNair will provide a keynote address on her work with the beyondblue funded ALICE study, a research
project exploring alcohol and other drug use by lesbian, bisexual and same-sex attracted women.
Special guest MC Kelly Parry (comedian, writer, performer and creative strategist).
Other speakers include:
 Georgie Harman CEO, beyondblue
 Simon Ruth CEO, Victorian AIDS Council (VAC)
 Liam Leonard Director, Gay & Lesbian Health Victoria (GLHV)
A conference panel will feature a range of experts in the field.
Abstract submissions are now open for the afternoon session streams:
 Affirming the lived experience of lesbian, bisexual and other queer women who use.
 Inclusive practice and service provision
 Consumer led action and change
Individuals, groups and organisations are invited to submit an abstract for the afternoon workshop and presentation
streams. Workshop sessions will be allocated in 30 minute blocks.
Topic Streams
Conference abstracts are invited to be submitted on a variety of streams:
 Stream 1: Affirming the lived experience of lesbian & queer women who use
 Stream 2: Inclusive practice and service provision
 Stream 3: Consumer led action and change
For more information email [email protected] or visit http://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/lesbian-bisexualand-queer-womens-health-conference-tickets-15595277896?aff=es2&rank=1 to RSVP by March 5th
TRAINING
Caraniche Forensic AOD Workforce Training – free
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The Department of Health and Human Services has funded Caraniche to provide a series of free two-day training
workshops for forensic AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs) clinicians who are working with mandated clients.
Caraniche has a team of psychologists, specialist forensic AOD clinicians and trainers who are contracted to
provide forensic AOD treatment within both the Victorian public prison and community forensic systems.
The training will look at a range of personality, system and clinical factors that impact on work with this client group.
To be eligible attendees must be working with ACSO funded clients and be in a frontline role (not supervisory or
managerial).
For more information, click here to download the flyer
The two-day training program will be delivered on consecutive days across Victoria in metropolitan and regional
locations:
 Geelong – Wednesday 25th and Thursday 26th of March
 Abbotsford – Wednesday 15th and Thursday 16th of April
 Bendigo – Wednesday 29th and Thursday 30th of April
Further locations and dates will be announced soon!
There is a maximum of 20 places in each training program. There is a limit of two to three places per organisation.
You can secure a place in any one of the trainings listed above by emailing the Training department at Caraniche
and include the name of attendees, contact details and location in the email - [email protected]
Training: AOD – LGBTIQ Sensitivity and Cultural Competency – 28th April
Hosted by the Victorian AIDS Council and INWMML and funded by the Raymond Hader Clinic
GPs and practice nurses are invited to learn how to better understand and manage the needs of people from the
LGBTIQ community with alcohol and drug issues.
Date: Tuesday 28 April 2015
Time: (6:30pm registration) 7:00pm – 9:00pm
RACGP: 4 RACGP category 2 points
Presenters: James Dale and Patrick Morahan – Victorian AIDS Council
For more information and to register: http://www.inwmml.org.au/events/fx-events.cfm?loadref=91&id=251
ARCSHS Pre and Post-Test Discussion Course
This comprehensive 4.5 day accreditation program is designed to equip participants with appropriate knowledge
and skills to engage in pre- and post- HIV and hepatitis C antibody test discussion, and prevention education, in a
range of settings.
The Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 requires that anyone who provides a HIV positive result, who is not a
medical practitioner, must be a person of 'prescribed class'. After successfully completing this accredited training,
health and community workers will be prescribed as HIV and Hepatitis C Test Advisors, thereby meeting the
requirements of the Act. All accredited courses in Victoria include hepatitis C testing, as the issues in pre- and posttesting settings, for clients and practitioners, are very similar.
The course offered by ARCSHS contains enhanced hepatitis B content, including hepatitis B overview, risk
assessment, and issues in pre and post-test discussion.
This program also consists of an assessed pre-reading component. Completion of the pre reading task, which may
take up to 5 hours, must be completed prior to commencement. The course itself runs for 4.5 days.
LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH, REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
ETC
National Drug Strategy Online Survey
Health Outcomes International (HOI) is conducting stakeholder consultations on behalf of the Intergovernmental
Committee on Drugs (IGCD). As part of the consultation processes, you are invited to participate in a survey to
collect your views on:
 The achievements of the existing Strategy (National Drug Strategy 2010-2015,
http://www.nationaldrugstrategy.gov.au/)
 The implementation of the existing strategy and any associated issues and opportunities for improvement.
The content of the revised National Drug Strategy
We also ask that you forward the link to any other relevant Stakeholders that may want to contribute to this Survey.
Instructions for survey completion
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The survey is available online at http://HOI.NDS2021.sgizmo.com/s3/.
We expect the survey will take approximately 20 minutes to complete. The survey is open for a period of 4 weeks,
closing on 27th March 2015.
Enquiries about this survey
Should you have any queries relating to the completion of this survey, please do not hesitate to contact HOI
consulting team: Darren Button ((08) 8363 3699; [email protected])
Justice Health and Corrections Victoria Alcohol and Other Drugs Programs evaluation - calls for
tenders
20150225071258372.
pdf
Senate Community Affairs Legislation Committee: National Drug & Alcohol Strategy – Wine
Based Alcopops/Medical Marijuana & Cannabidiol/Foundation for Alcohol Research and
Education/Communicable Disease Prevention and Service Improvement Grants Fund/Tobacco
Plain Packaging - Wednesday, 25 February 2015
Read the Discussion http://victorianalcoholanddrugassociationinc.cmail1.com/t/ViewEmail/j/AC952E48FF38BCF0/DA45D907490251F00
F8C96E86323F7F9
Odyssey House Open Days
Odyssey House Victoria’s Therapeutic Community offers residential rehabilitation for Drug and Alcohol treatment to
adults, couples, and families with their children.
As part of our commitment to the sector, we run 3 Open Days per year inviting workers, managers, and students,
with a professional interest in our work, to come out to our facility for a tour and morning tea, followed by a Q&A
session with our staff and residents.
The days for 2015 are as follows:
• Thursday April 16th 10am – 12pm
• Thursday July 23rd 10am – 12pm
• Thursday October 15th 10am – 12pm
Expressions of interest can be forwarded to [email protected] by no later than the Friday previous to the
date you wish to attend. Numbers are limited, so get in early! You will be sent an email confirming your place in the
week prior to each Open Day.
I-Decide_Innovative Website for women experiencing Intimate Partner Violence
The University of Melbourne’s Department of General Practice are conducting a randomised controlled trial testing
this interactive website with women who experience intimate partner violence. . www.idecide.org.au
Cards for community
A4 Flyer for
InformationSheet_I-D
groups.pdf
community groups (1).pdf
ecide_Project_Feb2015.pdf
Invitation to the Launch of the Evaluation of the Drug Court
You are cordially invited to join us to celebrate the launch of the evaluation of the Drug Court of Victoria and to
acknowledge the significant contribution and support of our stakeholders.
The evaluation undertaken by KPMG confirms the success of the Drug Court in working effectively with individuals
with severe drug and alcohol dependency to both improve community safety and reduce crime.
The Drug Court of Victoria would also like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the invaluable support, dedication
and contributions of a range of community partners and stakeholders, both to the evaluation and the ongoing
operations of the court, without which these achievements would not be possible.
WHEN: Thursday, 12 March 2015
WHERE: Court 2, Dandenong Magistrates Court – Corner Foster and Pultney Streets, Dandenong, VIC 3175
WHEN: 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Light refreshments provided
Please RSVP to Kristy Rowe, Drug Court Program Manager on [email protected] by COB Thursday
5th March 2015.
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A new book by Dr John Sherman: Drug Addiction in Australia
DRUG ADDICTION IN AUSTRALIA by Dr John Sherman and Tom Valenta is an important new book which
includes confronting insights from interviews with addicts – these in some cases heartbreaking and others aweinspiring; their families; addiction medicine specialists; paramedics; outreach and social workers; psychologists; the
police; the judiciary; policymakers; self-help groups; pharmacists and researchers.
As Dr Alex Wodak AM, an internationally recognized authority and President of the Australian Drug Law Reform
Foundation says of the book: ‘A warts-and-all portrait of Australia’s illicit drug problems…It is told through the raw
experiences of people who have used, or are using drugs and a variety of health professionals….Dr John
Sherman’s four decades trying to help drug users has led him to do what he can to speed up drug law reform in
Australia. It’s time.
Some of the chapters apart from the case studies include: How should parents protect their kids? The serious
health and other issues associated with drugs; the $55 billion cost associated with all forms of addiction; how
addiction can be overcome and the need to reform drug laws and policies and many more.
Dr John Sherman is a leader in the field of pharmacotherapy for drug addicts. He has more than 40 years’
experience in the field. He has participated in government policy reviews and has long been an advocate of law
reform and new approaches to treatment. He would provide an excellent interview.
Tom Valenta is the author of nine books of non-fiction. He has written on drug and alcohol related issues in a recent
book and is currently writing the history of Odyssey House, Australia’s well-known drug and alcohol rehabilitation
organisation.
Both Dr John Sherman and Tom Valenta are available for interview.
With permission from the patient Dr Sherman could organize an interview should it be required.
$24.95 February Release
Dr Sherman direct on 0488 377 241 or by contacting Michelle Anderson on 03 9826 9028
([email protected]) Tom Valenta can be contacted through Michelle Anderson
or direct on 0412 373 951.
The 'Know' Series - Great new leaflet series from HIT
The drug scene is constantly changing and new drugs are being used alongside the old favourites. There has been
an increase in drug-related deaths and problems using 'new' drugs. Too many users are being put at risk by not
knowing what they are taking, taking too much and/or mixing drugs.
https://hit.org.uk/index.php/home/hit-articles/behind/125-the-knowseries?utm_source=HIT+List&utm_campaign=63e91e5a44Know_Series_launch2_23_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_7462851de8-63e91e5a44-353908897
The UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs
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The regular CND session will be held on Friday 13 , Monday 16 and Tuesday 17 March. As usual, the CND will
include a thematic debate at the Plenary, as well as the negotiation of the 12 resolutions presented by member
states (including one on Synthetic Drugs from Australia and a special one on the 2016 UNGASS) at the Committee
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of the Whole, starting on Thursday 12 March.
DrugInfo Alert Centre Latest
Below are two of the latest reports & articles that have been added to the Australian Drug Foundation Library since
their last DrugInfo Alert. You can sign up to join the library at http://www.druginfo.adf.org.au/what-we-do/librarymembership or over the phone: 1300 85 85 84.
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New data for Australians seeking amphetamine treatment
The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare has issued new data as supplementary material for the
Alcohol and other drug treatment services in Australian 2012-13 survey that specifically examines the
increase in the number of clients seeking treatment where amphetamines are the principal drug of concern.
Read Amphetamine treatment by method of use [PDF: 68.7KB]
Synthetic cannabis – more harmful than the ‘real’ thing
Reports suggest that the effects of synthetic cannabis are more harmful than those of cannabis. They can
impact seriously on health, and are exacerbated by factors such as variable potency and misleading
packaging information, which make it hard to know how much is being taken.
Get the facts and download the fact sheet on DrugInfo
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SUPERVISED INJECTING FACILITIES
Drug Consumption Rooms (in the UK) by Dr Julia Lewis Consultant Addictions Psychiatrist
http://1e3de8be9eb9f6172fd3fbec1a74094b5b5567335038623e5584.r36.cf2.rackcdn.com/Drug%20Consumption%20Rooms.pdf
INFORMATION FOR YOUR CLIENTS
YSAS Wilum Therapeutic Recovery Supported Accommodation Program
The YSAS Wilum Supported Accommodation Program is a therapeutic recovery program designed for young
people (16-21 years) who are actively addressing their substance use issues and wanting to be abstinent from their
drug of dependence. We support young people through ongoing one-on-one support from a worker who will
encourage and suggest therapeutic activities, develop life skills and build community connections. The program
provides young people the opportunity to live independently in stable accommodation for up to12 months.
We are taking referrals for our share properties which would suit single young males or females; however we are
also looking for a couple or family. All our properties are located in the Northern suburbs.
If we do have suitable referrals, Wilum staff will meet with the young person to discuss the program in more depth. If
successful we would then expect the young person to be doing weekly drug tests for around 3 weeks leading up to
their tenure. Ideally to show they are drug free or that the levels of drugs in their system are reducing. We would
also expect them to maintain good communication with us throughout this period. As a result it may take around a
month to fill the property. However if we get a really suitable referral we could shorten the wait time depending on
properties being available.
If you have any young people in your caseload that would benefit from our long term supported accommodation
program and are motivated to be drug free and make positive change, either contact myself on 0419532519 or
email [email protected] and I can send some information on our program, a list of thing for young people to
consider before applying, and a referral form.
Personal Helpers and Mentors (PHaMs) Program
The Personal Helpers and Mentors (PHaMs) is a recovery focused and strengths based program that supports
people whose lives are affected by a mental illness. The program is participant-focused and holistic; it aims to foster
a sense of hope, dignity and capacity for resilience through all stages of recovery - through different stages of life
and experiences. People who join the program will work with their Support Worker who will support them on their
recovery journey. The partnership developed by the PHaMs support worker and the participant relies on the
participant's motivation and input to be successful because it is driven by the participant. We work with the
individual to develop goals, and strategies to achieve those goals. We provide opportunities and access to help
reconnect the individual with their local community. We are also someone they can talk to when things are not going
well. In the north we also have specialist workers for targeted groups such as Humanitarian Entrants and
Indigenous.
The eligibility criteria for the PHaMs are individuals aged 16 years and over, and because we are not a clinical
service, a formal diagnosis is not required. Our service covers the Inner West catchment including: North, East and
West Melbourne, Flemington, Kensington, Ascot Vale, Moonee Ponds, Essendon, Carlton, Fitzroy and the CBD.
While a client is homeless any PHaMs can work with them until the client is housed, at which time the individual’s
PHaMs worker will refer them onto the nearest provider. Please call the PHaMs Intake Worker on 03 9356 8600
with any queries or to make a referral. The referral form can also be accessed and submitted through our website
http://www.jobco.com.au/en/data/mental-health/phams/files/Referral_intakeV9_WRITABLE.pdf
AHC20410 Certificate II in Horticulture - Fully Government funded (for those who qualify) No other Fees
or charges!
Enjoy gardening in a social scene?
1 day a week for 8 – 12 weeks (Tuesday march 17 10am -3pm, Saturday 10am - 3pm and Thursday evening 6pm 9pm)
We are looking for up to 15 people who would be interested in social gardening.
We offer industry experienced trainers in our Spotswood warehouse with above ground garden beds.
Learn how to start a garden from scratch, and take it to a thriving, intensive vegetable production in one season.
Suitable for those keen to grow enough great vegetables to feed their family or surrounding community.
This course will teach you how you can establish a small, effective and fulfilling garden using organic techniques
you can use at home
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AHC20410 Certificate flyer-horticulture-new
II in Horticulture.pdf
-look-V4-6.pdf
Good Wheel Spokeswoman Program
The program, part of our partnership with The Squeaky Wheel, will provide women from CALD and refugee
backgrounds with a working bicycle, helmet and lock plus professional training in bicycle skills, on road riding, route
planning and road safety.
SpokesWomen_FLYE
R.pdf
OTHER INFORMATION FOR YOU & YOUR CLIENTS
RECOVERY WALK 12 APRIL 2015
Join Us in Celebrating Recovery from Alcohol and other Drug Addiction
11.30am gather at State Library – 12.45pm finish walk at Federation Square visitors Centre
Speeches, music and mc John Brooks (from the comedy ‘political asylum’)
For several years Melbourne has been celebrating recovery by bringing recovering people, communities, families
together to march proudly, raise awareness and develop solidarity for recovery.
This year, Recovery Academy encourages consumer organizations, drug user groups and harm reduction
advocates to join the recovery walk, so that together we can stand up for the rights of people affected by the
isolation, stigma and discrimination that follow people who have suffered severe drug dependency. Together we
can create a strong message to the public, demonstrating that people who are affected by alcohol and other drug
addiction, are choosing recovery and can lead capable and robust lives, participating creatively in society.
Contact Nikki McCoy Chair Recovery Academy Australia on 0421378834 if you wish to find out more about this
event or the Recovery Academy of Australia.
RAA
Poster-20150225-v0.4.pdf
From Stress to Ease - with Horses as Teacher
Horses can show you when you are feeling stressed, the signs of stress and how to communicate in a more relaxed
and focused way. Combined with bio-feedback tools and the latest findings in neuroscience we have created a
unique learning environment that offers profound insight and practical strategies to manage stress and lead others
more effectively.
Lee Nabben from Teamwork Training Services and Cheryl Cruttenden from Windhorse Wisdom
http://www.windhorsewisdom.com.au/aboutus.htm have joined together to create this program for those
working in the human services field.
DATES FOR 2015: Sunday 29 March OR
Sunday 20 September.
TIME: We will start at 9.30 and finish at 5.30pm with a break for morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea.
COST: $349.00. The cost includes horses, helmets, insurance and manuals.
VENUE: 32 kilometres from Melbourne. (Directions provided on enrolment).
For further information or queries please contact - Lee Nabben on 0425 62 60 44
For enrolments please book on line at http://www.teamtraining.com.au/enrolment
More Information
http://victorianalcoholanddrugassociationinc.cmail1.com/t/ViewEmail/j/93773809055E0C51/DA45D907490251F00F
8C96E86323F7F9
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Melbourne Food Program
Melbourne City Council Health Services have recently completed a food program report that I believe will be of
interest and value to you and those you work with.
Here is the link to the document on the website:
http://www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/CommunityServices/SocialSupport/Pages/Foodaccess.aspx.
COM_SERVICE_PROD
-#8973613-v1-CommunityFoodGuide_cover_SalvationArmy.PDF
JOB VACANCIES
Cohealth Various Positions and Closing Dates
Community Health Worker
Part time, Ongoing
Closes 9 March 2015, at 10pm
Client Services Officer
Part time, Ongoing
Closes 11 March 2015, at 10pm
Casework Counsellor
Part time, Ongoing
Closes 9 March 2015, at 10pm
Dietitian
Part time, Ongoing
Closes 9 March 2015, at 10pm
First Response Team Leader
Part time, Fixed term
Closes 9 March 2015, at 10pm
Physiotherapist
Part time, Ongoing
Closes 9 March 2015, at 10pm
Podiatrist
Part time, Ongoing
Closes 11 March 2015, at 10pm
Volunteer Post-Natal Exercise Assistant
Volunteer position
Closes 13 March 2015, at 10pm
More Information - www.cohealthcareers.org.au
Integration Coordinator North West Metro Region – Closes 10th March
The INW PCP is currently recruiting for an Integration Coordinator for the North West Metro Region PCP’s
Identifying and Responding to Family Violence Project.
The job ad can be accessed on the Merri Community Health Services Website: http://mchs.org.au/job/integrationcoordinator/
Position Description Integration Coordinator INWPCP.pdf
Clinical Services Manager position available at Sydney Medically Supervised Injecting Centre
CLOSES 8th March
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job ad.pdf
POSITION
DESCRIPTION MSIC Clinical Services Manager 2015_FINAL.pdf
VAADA Jobs Board
“Job seekers” who wish to search for vacancies according to their own criteria can do so by visiting
http://vaada.bigredsky.com/ .
ProBono Jobs for the Not For Profit Sector
http://www.probonoaustralia.com.au/jobs
McArthur Community Job Seeker
http://www.jobseeker.org.au/job/22409-locum-social-workers-and-casemanagers?utm_source=Infocast&utm_campaign=e78b51c2fbInfocast_ED21_2014.9.4&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_5c9798fcd8-e78b51c2fb-45781357
Community Service Appointments
https://www.csappointments.com.au/search/search.php?page=1&pagelimit=5&orderby=date&keyword=&location=0
&region%5B%5D=0&category%5B%5D=0&salarytype=&salaryfrom=0&salaryfrom_h=0&salaryto=100000&salaryto
_h=100000&time=7
Of Substance Jobs Board
GRANTS
Retail Giant Myer Offers NFPs $1 Million – Closes 20th March
The Myer Community Investment program will support organisations and initiatives which empower and support
women and families to create safe environments including those which seek to prevent violence against women and
children, secure economic independence and improved self-esteem for women, promote gender equity and respect
and create a culture of non-violence,” a statement from the company said.
Myer said charities could apply for different amounts of funding including:
 Up to $50,000 per year for three consecutive years.
 Up to $100,000 per year for three consecutive years.
 Up to $200,000 per year for three consecutive years.
 Other - organisations may choose to specify a proposed investment and timeframe in their application.
A full list of eligibility criteria and guidelines can be found here.
Bendigo Bank grants to Clifton Hill / North Fitzroy groups
Are you a Community Group in the Clifton Hill and North Fitzroy area looking to apply for sponsorship? Apply now
to Bendigo Bank! Applications close 31st March http://Clifroy.formstack.com/forms/sponsorship_application
Lord Mayor’s Charitable Fund – Closes 1st May
Got a great idea for a Community-School Initiative?
www.lmcf.org.au/InOurCommunityGrants
City of Melbourne Grants and Sponsorship Programs including Social Enterprise and Events
Media Release Grants and sponsorship program now open 022715.pdf
Community Funding Forum – 13th March
This is an opportunity that should not be missed if you are a community organisation looking to take the next step in
gaining access to funding. Numbers are strictly limited so you should register now.
Presented by: ourcommunity
Date: Friday 13 March 2015, 2pm-4pm
Venue: Library at the Dock, 107 Victoria Harbour Promenade, Docklands.
http://www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/CommunityServices/Pages/CommunityOrganisationTraining.aspx
Westpac Foundation Community Grants – Closes 24th March
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Supports community groups to address social disadvantage with particular focus on Indigenous unemployment,
youth depression, education and career pathways for new migrants, or the long term unemployed. Only groups
with DGR Status can apply.
Applications for Westpac Foundation Community Grants are now open until 12pm (midday) on Tuesday 24 March
2015 AEDT
Any community organisation that meets the eligibility criteria can apply for a community grant of up to $10,000.
http://www.westpac.com.au/about-westpac/westpac-foundation/grants/grants-and-apply/community/australia/
The Helen Macpherson Smith Trust – Closes 26th March
The Helen Macpherson Smith Trust Grants support the needs of the wider community of Victoria across a range of
targetted program areas. Grants are available in Education and Vocational Pathways, Regional Resilience, Culture
and Heritage, Land and Environmental Stewardship and Health Advancement across two grant streams. Only
groups with TCC Status (TCC - Tax Concession Charity) can apply.
Applications close 26 March 2015 - http://hmstrust.org.au/grantseekers/
OTHER INFORMATION
ROOMING HOUSE FORUM – City of Melbourne – 18th March
For operators, landlords, owners, investors and housing agencies
Wednesday 18 March 2015 - Registration and refreshments from 5.15pm.
Forum starts at 6.00pm and concludes at 8.00pm
Supper Room Melbourne Town Hall Swanston Street, Melbourne
... do you have questions. No charge to attend. Free information packs.
Nanette Mitchell | Senior Social Planner - Homelessness | Community, Safety & Wellbeing
T: 03 9658 9920 | M: 0437 108 541| F: 03 9650 1112 | E: [email protected]
The Minister for Health Volunteer Awards – Nominations Close 27th March
2015 Volunteer
Health Awards poster.pdf
Secure Messaging – Moving Towards E-Health – March 18th
Inner North West Melbourne Medicare Local will be running a secure messaging event:
Secure Messaging: Moving Toward e-Health
Wednesday, March 18, 2015. 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
http://www.cvent.com/events/secure-messaging/event-summary-b8547de5f73343e885aef921058772eb.aspx
Overhaul for Definition of Volunteering in Australia
http://www.probonoaustralia.com.au/news/2015/03/overhaul-definition-volunteering-australia
Yarra Sustainability Awards – Closes 31st March
The Yarra Sustainability Awards return in 2015, at a new time of the year, to celebrate the community’s efforts
towards environmental sustainability.
The sixth annual Yarra Sustainability Awards will be held in early June to align with celebrating World Environment
Day.
2015 Categories include:
• Business
• Building Design and Development
• Community Action
• Educational Services
• Local Hero
• The Frank Fisher Award
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An easy to fill out nomination form can be downloaded on the City of Yarra
website: http://www.yarracity.vic.gov.au/environment/Sustainability-Awards/yarra-sustainability-awards---2015/
Nominations close at 5pm on Tuesday 31 March 2015
Winners will be announced at an official public awards ceremony on Thursday 4th June (the day before World
Environment Day), and will receive a framed certificate, publication of your name in Council publications, and the
Awards logo to use in your own publicity materials
Black Harmony Gathering – Sunday 15th March
Kutcha Edwards and Friends, Burundis, Funkalleros, Dave Arden, Lawrence Austin Jr, Sounds of Polynesia and
more feature in our 2015 edition of Black Harmony Gathering – a day that celebrates Victoria’s Cultural Diversity
Week and the principals of reconciliation with Australia’s First People and newly arrived cultures. Proudly presented
by Multicultural Arts Victoria through a grant from the City of Yarra. For more
info.. http://yarracityarts.com.au/event/the-annual-black-harmony-gathering/
Sunday 15 March, 1pm-5.30pm, Fairfield Amphitheatre, FREE
The Collingwood Harvest Festival 21st March
Would you like a stall at the 2015 Harvest Festival?
The Collingwood Harvest Festival is a free family friendly event that will be staged on Harmony Day, Saturday 21
March 2015 3pm-7pm.
Vendors are invited to take part in what will be an action packed day of fun, joy, love and Harmony.There are plenty
of art, sport and performance based activities and, community organisations providing information on local services.
Please contact Kaukau @ [email protected], if you’d be interested in participating.
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