Source: Australian Capital Territory Policing
04/12/25
Today, the Victorian Government launched the Victorian Alcohol and Other Drugs strategy 2025-35.
The Strategy sets a 10-year vision to reduce alcohol and other drug (AOD) related harm and stigma, to maximise the health, mental health and wellbeing of Victorians.
The Strategy reflects a holistic approach that balances prevention, harm reduction, treatment, and recovery. It was shaped through consultation with people with lived and living experience, service providers, Aboriginal communities, and sector partners.
It focuses on five priorities:
- Better information and easier access to services
- Stronger and increased flexibility in harm reduction and treatment options
- Culturally safe and self-determined responses for Aboriginal Victorians
- System innovation and continuous improvement
Greater coordination across mental health, housing, justice and other services.
The Strategy delivers on the $95.1 million Statewide Action Plan, which included a commitment to build a 10-year strategy to guide long term development of the AOD system and services.
Over the next decade, the Strategy will help deliver a more compassionate, coordinated and connected system. A system that ensures people, families and communities can get the care they need, when they need it, and live healthier, safer lives.