Alcohol and other drug services

There are a range of alcohol and other drug (AOD) services available across the Murrumbidgee region to support people at different stages of their journey. Whether someone is looking for information, early support, treatment, counselling or ongoing care, these services can help individuals, families and carers access the support that is right for their needs.

Telephone support

Alcohol & Drug Information Service (ADIS): 1800 250 015 – Free call from regional and rural NSW (excluding mobile phones) (More information)
Family Drug Support: 1300 368 186 (More information)
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): 1300 222 222
Stimulant Treatment Line: 1800 10 11 88
Opioid Treatment Line: 1800 64 24 28 (More information)
NSW Users and AIDS Association Peerline: 1800 644 413 (More information)

Resources

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Opioid Safety Toolkit

A free, interactive website designed to support safer opioid use, improve patient understanding, and enhance the effectiveness of opioid reviews.

Hello Sunday Morning

Changing the world’s relationship with alcohol. One Sunday at a time.

Clean Slate Clinic

Telehealth clinical support to help Australians struggling with alcohol, stimulant, or cannabis dependence to detox and recover safely from the comfort of their homes.

The Salvation Army Wagga Wagga Recovery Hub

The Hub provides a one-stop AOD service covering alcohol and drug support, family and domestic violence support, peer support, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support and referrals to external services.

St Vincent de Paul Society

Provides treatment coordination and AOD intervention support/access to clients over 18 years and over with problematic substance use.

Karralika RISE Day Program

A day program providing support to 12-24 year olds.

Women’s Wellness and Recovery Program

The Women’s Wellness and Recovery program is provided by Calvary Healthcare Riverina. The service provides high intensity AOD services to pregnant women and women who have young children, who are struggling with substance abuse.

AOD Enhancement (Pre and Post Treatment Service)

This program provides counselling and support services for people who are waiting to access AOD treatment, and also for people who have recently been discharged from AOD services.

Alcohol and Drug Foundation

Healthy Spirit, Healthy Community is an educational and informational resource developed for health professionals and community members.

Drug & Alcohol Services Directory

Drug services and resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.

GAMS Alcohol and Other Drugs Program

The Griffith Aboriginal Medical Service hosts the Alcohol & Other Drugs program. This service is part of a larger Regional Drug & Alcohol support network.

Services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders

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Psychological Services for People Accessing Aboriginal Medical Services

Eligibility: The service is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People aged 16+
Cost: All services are fully funded
Provider: Riverina Medical and Dental Aboriginal Corporation, and Griffith Aboriginal Medical Service
Location: Wagga Wagga and Griffith

Work It Out

This program provides AOD intervention services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are at risk of losing employment, or have difficulty gaining employment, or at risk of dropping out of education due to substance abuse problems.

Alcohol and Drug Foundation

Healthy Spirit, Healthy Community is an educational and informational resource developed for health professionals and community members.

Drug & Alcohol Services Directory

Drug services and resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.

GAMS Alcohol and Other Drugs Program

The Griffith Aboriginal Medical Service hosts the Alcohol & Other Drugs program. This service is part of a larger Regional Drug & Alcohol support network.

Wellmob

Social, emotional and cultural wellbeing online resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.

Alcohol and other drugs resources

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Factsheet: Interventions and Treatment in the non-government alcohol and other drugs (AOD) sector

NADA member services are diverse in their structure, philosophy, and approach to service delivery. They provide a broad range of alcohol and other drugs services, including health promotion and harm reduction, early intervention, treatment and continuing care programs.

Language matters

Language is powerful—especially when discussing alcohol and other drugs and the people who have or do use them. While there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach, this resource provides guidelines for using language in a person-centred way.

Latest news about alcohol and other drugs

News

Dec 23, 2025

Regional plan launched to strengthen mental health and wellbeing

Dec 23, 2025

Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) and Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) have today launched the 2025–2030 Murrumbidgee Mental Health, Suicide Prevention and Alcohol and Other Drugs Regional Plan, setting a clear roadmap for improving mental health and wellbeing outcomes over the next five years.

Dec 23, 2025

Apr 13, 2018

New drug and alcohol services for pregnant women and new mothers

Apr 13, 2018

Deputy Prime Minister and Federal Member for Riverina Michael McCormack officially launched a $1.8 million program today to support pregnant women and new mothers living in Murrumbidgee communities who are experiencing alcohol and other drug disorders.

Apr 13, 2018

Sep 1, 2017

Drug and alcohol services for pregnant women and new mothers

Sep 1, 2017

Additional support for pregnant women and new mothers experiencing addiction to drugs or alcohol will now be available to people living in Murrumbidgee communities with a $1.8 million investment from Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN).

Sep 1, 2017

Contact

Maja Asmus, Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Manager

Maja.Asmus@mphn.org.au