FYI E-Newsletter – May 2023
FYI E-Newsletter - May 2023
The May 2023 issue of FYI features Family Support Groups in Thornlie and Bunbury, a new health promotion strategic framework for WA, and a wrap-up of the Aboriginal Alcohol and other Drug Worker Forum 2023.
We also share recognition for researchers from the National Drug Research Institute at Curtin University and a resource from the Alcohol and Drug Foundation for GPs on young people, alcohol and other drugs, and mental health.
WANADA’s monthly e-newsletter FYI is for anyone with an interest in alcohol and other drug issues in Western Australia. Feedback and contributions are welcome.
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Sector News and Events
WANADA has Moved Office!
We’re excited to share that WANADA has moved to a new office. Our new location is Level 1, 46 Parliament Place, West Perth WA 6005 from 24 November 2025.
Regional, Rural and Remote Managers Share Insights
Regional alcohol and other drug service managers shared valuable insight into the specialist alcohol and other drug workforce at the recent Regional, Rural and Remote Managers’ Forum.
Annual General Meeting and Alcohol and Other Drug Sector Forum/ WANADA Welcomes Our 2025–26 Board of Directors
WANADA is pleased to welcome its 2025–26 Board of Directors, following the recent Board Election and Annual General Meeting.
Learning Together: Cultural Awareness and Competency
Earlier this month, WANADA took part in a Cultural Awareness and Cultural Competency Learning Session at Marr Mooditj Training Centre in Waterford.