FYI E-Newsletter August 2026
FYI August 2026
The August edition of FYI features sector highlights including International Overdose Awareness Day and the Regional Showcase at the Aboriginal Alcohol and Other Drug Workers Forum: Community First.
We also share updates on new portfolio allocations following Minister Paul Papalia’s retirement, the availability of bursaries for the Aboriginal Forum and a grant opportunity for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Prevention activities.
As always, career and job opportunities are available on the website along with training, events and new resources. WANADA’s monthly e‑newsletter FYI is for anyone with an interest in alcohol and other drug issues in Western Australia. Feedback and submissions are welcome. For more information or to subscribe, please contact WANADA at [email protected] or call (08) 6289 0750.
Sector News and Events
Aboriginal Alcohol and other Drug Workers Forum 2026 – Strong Spirit Strong Mind Award Winners
WANADA is proud to celebrate the outstanding individuals, programs and partnerships recognised at the 2026 Strong Spirit Strong Mind Awards.
Aboriginal Alcohol and other Drug Workers Forum 2026 – Celebrating Community First
Thank you to all those who joined us at this year's Aboriginal Alcohol and Other Drug Workers Forum 2026: Community First.
WANADA’s Annual General Meeting and the 2026 Alcohol and other Drug Sector Forum
Meet with colleagues and hear from Professor Jacqueline Bowden from the National Centre for Education and Training on Addiction, Wednesday 28 October 2026.
Aboriginal Alcohol and Other Drug Workers Forum 2026 Video Profiles: Bronwyn Dillon
Thanks to Bronwyn Dillon from Wungening Aboriginal Corporation for sharing her pathway into the alcohol and other drug sector, ahead of the Aboriginal Alcohol and other Drug Workers Forum 2026