FYI E-Newsletter March 2026
FYI March 2026
In the March edition of FYI, WANADA’s monthly e-newsletter, we highlight sector developments including the transition of the Childcare Access Program and a series of upcoming workforce development opportunities.
This edition also features a National Centre for Clinical Research on Emerging Drugs webinar on community-led drug monitoring, research and training opportunities, and a range of upcoming events 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
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
Chair of the Board – Dr Steve Allsop
WANADA is pleased to welcome Emeritus Professor Steve Allsop as our new Chair of the Board.
Bursaries Available/Registrations Open – Aboriginal Alcohol and other Drug Workers Forum 2026
A second round of bursaries is now open to support regional WA workers from not‑for‑profit organisations to attend the Aboriginal Alcohol and Other Drug Workers Forum 2026: Community First. These