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08/07/25 - Tas election candidates urged to prioritise prevention budget

With alcohol-induced deaths and risky drinking levels among the highest in the country, the Alcohol and Drug Foundation’s Spokesperson, Craig Martin, said strong investment in preventive health in Tasmania is more important than ever.

07/05/25 - National Conference Champions Prevention for Social Change

As nearly 300 community health experts gather in Melbourne today for the Prevention in Place Conference, the Alcohol and Drug Foundation is calling on the returned Federal Government to put early intervention and long-term solutions at the heart of health and social policy.

05/05/25 - Australian AI chatbot for trusted alcohol and drug information launched

A first of its kind in Australia, dib is anonymous and non-judgmental, providing clear, evidence-based answers drawn directly from the ADF’s website, in everyday language.

02/04/25 - National community sport champions celebrated at MCG

Australia’s top community sporting clubs and volunteers are today being celebrated at the annual Good Sports Awards at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, recognising their commitment to creating healthy and safe environments.

29/11/24 - NSW Drug Summit: prevention and early intervention focus needed

Over 30 leaders from community, health, Aboriginal and research organisations are calling on the NSW Government to prioritise prevention and early intervention on the agenda at next week’s Drug Summit in Sydney.

30/10/24 - New report spotlights increasing alcohol and other drug harms in older Australians

The serious and increasing levels of harm older Australians face from alcohol and other drugs can no longer be ignored, a new Alcohol and Drug Foundation report released today has shown.

25/10/24 - Advocates say Queensland’s health-based approach to drug use must stay

Health and community organisations are calling on the Queensland Opposition to keep drug laws in place that reduce serious harms in the community if the party wins government on Saturday.

10/10/2024: New data shows need for action on alcohol

New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveals there were 1,667 alcohol-induced deaths in 2023, down only slightly from the 1,742 recorded in 2022 which marked the highest in over a decade.

29/08/2024: ADF calls for action this International Overdose Awareness Day

In the lead up to International Overdose Awareness Day on Saturday (August 31), the Alcohol and Drug Foundation is calling for action to stop future overdoses and deaths as detections of deadly synthetic opioids rise in Australia.

10/07/2024: Survey highlights need for AOD education and support for concerned family and friends

A survey by the Alcohol and Drug Foundation has sadly found the majority of people (64%) worried about a friend or relative’s alcohol or other drug use, don’t feel they know how to provide support.

25/06/2024: ADF supports pill testing trial announced for Victoria

In a first for Victoria, the trial will take place this coming summer, giving festival-goers the opportunity to test potentially dangerous substances before taking them.

08/05/2024: Overdoses keep rising; Action urgently needed

New data released by the Penington Institute today has revealed an alarming increase in the number of drug-induced deaths reported in Australia, with 2,356 lives lost in 2022 – 79 more than in 2021 and almost double the road toll.

23/4/2024: No Medically Supervised Injecting Room Trial for Melbourne's CBD

The Alcohol and Drug Foundation is disappointed that Victoria’s Allan Labor Government has ruled out trialling a medically supervised injecting room in Melbourne’s CBD, despite calls from health experts and a report by former Victoria Police Commissioner, Ken Lay, which clearly recommend a trial.

29/2/2024 New report shows concerning alcohol and other drugs trends

The Alcohol and Drug Foundation says a new report released today by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW), reaffirms the unacceptable level of alcohol-related harms across the nation.

28/2/2024 Community sports celebrated at Parliament House

Australia’s best community sporting clubs and volunteers were today celebrated at the annual Good Sports Awards at Parliament House, Canberra, for going above and beyond in making their clubs healthy and family-friendly environments.

2/2/2024 New report reveals concerning number of parents allowing their children to drink alcohol

The ADF says new data released today in the Secondary school students’ use of alcohol and other substances report (2022-2023) shows a concerning number of parents allowing their children to drink alcohol.

15/12/2023 More than one in four Aussies drinking at risky levels

The ADF says new data released today by the ABS further highlights the need for stronger education and targeted campaigns around risky drinking and related harms such as accidents, injuries and diseases like cancer.

7/12/23 Survey highlights need for more AOD education

A new survey commissioned by the Alcohol and Drug Foundation has revealed only 20 per cent of people who use alcohol and other drugs at risky levels believe their use is a problem. 

10/10/23 A step towards a health-based approach to drug use in NSW

The Alcohol and Drug Foundation welcomes reports that the New South Wales Government is planning to introduce legislation to expand its pre-court drug diversion scheme for cannabis, to include other drugs.

27/10/23 Spike in alcohol-induced deaths sounds alarm

New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveals there was a 9.1 percent increase in the alcohol-induced death rate in 2022 – the highest rate recorded in over a decade.

28/08/23: Suite of measures needed to reduce overdose

Penington Institute’s Annual Overdose Report highlights the need for ongoing, long-term investment into drug-related harm prevention and reduction initiatives, as well as treatment services.

30/06/23:Concerning trends in new report

A new report summarising the most recent data on alcohol and other drugs in Australia has highlighted the need for greater action to prevent and reduce their related harms, including injury and death.

02/05/23: Major vaping reforms

The Alcohol and Drug Foundation has commended the Australian Government on taking much needed action on e-cigarettes but says it’s crucial adequate support is in place for people who have developed a nicotine dependence through vaping.

06/04/23: Avoid drink or drug driving

With many Aussies set to hit the road for the Easter holidays, the Alcohol and Drug Foundation is urging drivers to avoid getting behind the wheel if they’re drinking or using drugs.

21/02/23: QLD drug law leadership

Health organisations have commended the Queensland Government for introducing legislation to expand the Police Drug Diversion Program for cannabis to include other drugs, saying it’s a positive step towards a health-based approach to drug use.

16/02/23: Community sport champions celebrated

Australia’s best community sporting clubs and volunteers were celebrated at the Good Sports Awards at Parliament House, Canberra, for going above and beyond in making their clubs healthy and inclusive.