FYI E-Newsletter February 2026
FYI February 2026
In the February edition of FYI, WANADA’s monthly e-newsletter, we highlight major sector events and initiatives, including the Aboriginal Alcohol and Other Drug Worker Forum 2026 and insights from the National Drug Research Institute’s WA Drug Trends 2025 Seminar.
This edition also covers renewed funding for the Doors Wide Open service, the launch of a new WA Family and Domestic Violence Workforce Entity, and a range of upcoming events and seminars relevant to the alcohol and other drug workforce.
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
Nominations Open for Strong Spirit Strong Mind Aboriginal Alcohol and Other Drug Awards
Nominations are now open for the Strong Spirit Strong Mind Aboriginal Alcohol and Other Drug Awards 2026, presented as part of the Aboriginal Alcohol and Other Drug Workers Forum 2026
FYI E-Newsletter May 2026
In the May edition of FYI, WANADA’s monthly e‑newsletter, we highlight the opening of nominations for the 2026 Strong Spirit Strong Mind Aboriginal Alcohol and Other Drug Awards
An Important Message From Our Chair and CEO
After more than 26 years of dedicated leadership, Jill Rundle has shared her decision to step down as Chief Executive Officer of the Western Australian Network of Alcohol and Other Drug Agencies.
WANADA hosts Regional Alcohol and Other Drug Managers Forum in the Pilbara
Regional alcohol and other drug service managers shared valuable insight into the specialist alcohol and other drug workforce during the two‑day Regional, Rural and Remote Managers’ Forum.