12/02/2025
Welcome to the February 2025 issue of our CRACKS IN THE ICE newsletter!
In this edition, you'll find plenty of new resources, including a series of videos we just launched that highlight the lived experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities impacted by crystal methamphetamine. To watch them, click here.
A reminder that Monday 24th February is Family Drug Support Day, which recognises the importance of families affected by alcohol and/or drugs such as crystal methamphetamine. Visit Cracks in the Ice "Families & friends" page for resources on how to support yourself and your loved ones.
We've also recently updated our printed Cracks in the Ice booklet and brochures! To place an order for our new versions, click here.
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NEW CRACKS IN THE ICE
VIDEO RESOURCES!
In partnership with First Nations owned and led creative agency GARUWA, Cracks in the Ice have produced three new videos that highlight the lived experiences of people who have been impacted by crystal methamphetamine.
Inspired by interviews with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, each video shows a different lived experience story; one from the perspective of someone who uses
methamphetamine and their recovery journey, one from the perspective of a parent of someone who has used crystal methamphetamine, and one from the perspective of a health worker.
To watch the full videos, click the link below:
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NEWSBITES
Cracks in the Ice videos now airing on Indigenous Community Television (ICTV)! Throughout February, ICTV will feature our three new videos, as well as a TV ad campaign promoting the videos. Watch them live or on demand via ICTV Play, or tune in to Channel 601 (VAST) and Channel 41 (Alice Springs and Broome)
Non-medical use of prescription stimulants.
Pharmaceutical stimulants are medications used to treat health conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) However, when not used as prescribed they can lead to harmful side effects and increase risk of overdose. Read our new factsheet to learn more.
The S-Check app is now live! Developed by NCCRED and St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney, the S-Check app helps you to track your methamphetamine use, complete self-assessments to monitor your health and wellbeing + get tips and support to help with any issues you’re having. Access it here.
Webinar recording now available! Presented by the Matilda Centre's Dr Steph Kershaw and NCCRED's Dora Karavasilis, this AADANT webinar session for frontline workers shares practical advice to effectively respond to methamphetamine-related incidents, particularly in youth settings. Watch the recording here.
New posters about challenging stigma. The Alcohol and Drug Foundation have produced a series of downloadable posters which aim to encourage supportive conversations around alcohol and other drug use and dependence. Designed for a general audience, concerned family and friends, and health workers.
When someone you care about won’t seek support. It can be hard to see someone you care about using crystal methamphetamine, particularly when it impacts their life, work or relationships. This factsheet provides tips to help you approach the situation.
Mutual-help groups for supporting people who use methamphetamine. A new study has found that Self-Management and Recovery Training (SMART Recovery) mutual-help groups are an effective support option for those seeking help for their methamphetamine use, with lack of awareness being the main barrier to engagement. Read more here.
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We recently updated our Cracks in the Ice booklet and brochures! You can still order the new versions FREE of charge with complimentary delivery anywhere in Australia!
In addition to including the latest statistics and evidence-based information about crystal methamphetamine, we've also added a new page to our Cracks in the Ice booklet on co-occurring conditions and harm reduction!
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EVENTS AND CONFERENCES
Cracks in the Ice is also planning to present at various conferences and events throughout 2025. If you're looking to attend any of the below, please come say hello and have a chat! Click on the below banners for updates + more information:
