Drug and Alcohol Nurses Australasia

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Drug and Alcohol Nurses Australasia We aim for excellence and the ongoing improvement of quality care in nursing in all practice contexts.

DANA is the peak alcohol and other drug nursing organisation in Australasia providing leadership to nurses and midwives with a professional interest in Alcohol, To***co and Other Drugs (ATOD) issues. We aim to achieve this through a range of means including:

· providing opportunities for professional development, education,
mentoring and support for all members, and others where opportunity
arises
· the provision of consultancy, advice and advocacy to our members, nursing
organisations and key stakeholders in relation to ATOD matters
· the promotion of evidence-based practice and research in Alcohol, To***co and Other Drug-related interventions, and other key issues. DANA’s Vision

Our vision for the future is one of an exciting and dynamic organization which:

· provide professional development, support and networking opportunities for members
· advocates for nurses responding to ATOD issues
· plans and respond to ATOD issues according to the local context
· is committed to accountable practices and democratic principles
· contributes effectively to the ATOD field, and to the nursing profession. Some Member Benefits

· A sense of professional identity by being part of a strong national network of colleagues interested in ATOD and nursing issues.
· Annual conference, seminars or presentations, highlighting issues and topics of current interest as they influence nursing practice in the ATOD field
· Networking opportunities to facilitate members establishing and maintaining professional links
· Opportunity to attend educational sessions / workshops / seminars
· Access to information, benefits, resources through our affiliate status, membership or partnerships with other organizations

To find out more about DANA membership go to:
http://www.danaonline.org

DANA
PO Box 5095 Warrnambool
Victoria 3280 Australia
ABN: 84 944 724 112

NDACR WEBINAR: Nitrous oxide in Australia: Emerging trends, harms and responses,5 Nov 2026, online Nitrous oxide use and...
02/11/2026

NDACR WEBINAR: Nitrous oxide in Australia: Emerging trends, harms and responses,5 Nov 2026, online

Nitrous oxide use and related harms have attracted increasing public health attention in Australia and internationally, alongside changes in product availability, patterns of use and the emergence of larger-volume canisters. This webinar will bring together the broader global and Australian context, the latest findings from EDRS Drug Trends data, and clinical insights to examine changing patterns of nitrous oxide use and harm, and emerging responses.

Learn more and register here: https://www.unsw.edu.au/research/ndarc/news-events/events/nitrous-oxide-in-australia-emerging-trends-harms-and-responses

Have your say on Drug and Alcohol Research ConnectionsShare your feedback to help assess the impact, reach and effective...
02/11/2026

Have your say on Drug and Alcohol Research Connections
Share your feedback to help assess the impact, reach and effectiveness of the Drug and Alcohol Research (DAR) Connections website and newsletter.
Please complete this short, anonymous survey to share your views. It takes less than five minutes to complete.

Complete the survey here: https://unsw.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bjvNtcapQxUqdGS

DAR Connections is a joint publication of Australia’s collaborative network of alcohol and other drug research centres:
💎 The National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC) at UNSW Sydney
💎The National Centre for Education and Training on Addiction (NCETA) at Flinders University
💎The National Drug Research Institute (NDRI) at Curtin University
💎The National Centre for Youth Substance Use Research (NCYSUR) at University of Queensland
The national centres are supported by funding from the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.

Raising the topic of AOD in clinical practice - online masterclass invitation:As nurses, midwives, nurse practitioners, ...
27/10/2026

Raising the topic of AOD in clinical practice - online masterclass invitation:
As nurses, midwives, nurse practitioners, and health professionals working within the AOD sector, DANA members are uniquely positioned to support early intervention, reduce stigma, and improve patient outcomes. This session will provide valuable insights, evidence-informed strategies, and practical tools that can be applied across a range of clinical contexts. It may be particularly beneficial for clinicians seeking to strengthen their communication skills, support holistic patient care, and enhance their understanding of contemporary approaches to AOD-related conversations.
Date: Wednesday, 18 November
Time: 4pm (AEST)
Register here - https://utas.zoom.us/webinar/register/9417884869037/WN_0kikTIkDTkmSZ9sgzdM12w

27/10/2026

📢 Calling all DAS, SAS & related service professionals in Australia!
Are you working in Drug & Alcohol or Sexual Assault services? Researchers at the University of Sydney want to hear from you. 🎗️

This study aims to explore how these sectors work together — including awareness of services, referral confidence, and barriers to cross-sector integration for clients experiencing both substance use and sexual assault.

✅ Anonymous
✅ Only 5–10 minutes
✅ Directly informs more integrated, trauma-informed care

👉 Take the survey here: https://sydney.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9MQmjoAB37ZG62y

Questions? Contact Dr Lauren Monds: [email protected]

This short survey (approx. 5 mins) seeks the views of professionals working in drug and alcohol (AOD), sexual assault, and related services on the current interface between these sectors and the potential value of better integration. Responses are anonymous and will inform the development of a resea...

Upcoming Workshops: Syphilis and HCV for the AOD Workforce:On 8 November, join colleagues from across the AOD sector in ...
27/10/2026

Upcoming Workshops: Syphilis and HCV for the AOD Workforce:
On 8 November, join colleagues from across the AOD sector in Walyalup (Fremantle) for free practical workshops on hepatitis C and sexual health care solutions in AOD settings.

Delivered by ASHM, these workshops support clinical and non-clinical AOD workers and peers to embed hepatitis C and sexual health care into their everyday practice. Register now: https://ashm.org.au/initiatives/hepatitis-c-and-sexual-health-care-in-aod-settings-workshops/

27/10/2026
OTAC in Newcastle: Facilitated by Prof Adrian Dunlop and Dr Sharn Cummings, Saturday 31st October, 9am - 4.30pmJoin in-p...
11/10/2026

OTAC in Newcastle: Facilitated by Prof Adrian Dunlop and Dr Sharn Cummings, Saturday 31st October, 9am - 4.30pm
Join in-person or via Zoom for our final OTAC session for 2026!
Medical practitioners and nurse practitioners with an interest in learning more about opioid dependence treatment in NSW are invited to attend the next OTAC session. The free course is of particular interest for prescribers seeking to become accredited to provide ODT within NSW.
If you are unable to attend this session, please note that the OTAC can be completed online via self-paced modules or in subsequent hybrid sessions next year.
Saturday 31st October, 9:00am - 4:30pm. This session will be held in person in Newcastle, and on Zoom for those who cannot attend locally.

🔹To register to attend online: https://otac-oct2026.eventbrite.com.au/
🔹To register to attend in person: https://uni-sydney.zoom.us/meeting/register/GkGRGSAlSkeEYeROdCyLVA

11/10/2026

For our next webinar, join Dr Chrianna Bharat to hear how a decade of NDARC evidence reviews on medicinal cannabinoids has helped shaped advice to the Therapeutic Goods Administration - TGA and the Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs.

This webinar also features Dr Hester Wilson and Lara Shallard as panellists.

🗓️ Thursday, 15 October
⏲️ 3pm AEDT
📍 Zoom webinar

Register here: https://www.unsw.edu.au/research/ndarc/news-events/events/medicinal-cannabinoids-ndarc-evidence-reviews-policy-advice

11/10/2026

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Canberra, ACT
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