Australia wide
Alcohol and Drug Foundation
This organisation develops and distributes free and reliable information about alcohol and other drugs through a range of programs, websites and services.
Alcoholics Anonymous
This organisation can help young people work out whether they have a problem with drinking.
Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing – How to quit smoking and vaping
This website has information about the effects of smoking, plus tips to help you stop. You can also call Quitline on 137 848.
Counselling Online
This is a free online webchat counselling service for people using alcohol or other drugs. It’s also for their family and friends. Counselling is available 7 days, 24 hours. You can also get information, support and referrals for more help.
Narcotics Anonymous
This organisation is a society of recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean. There are meetings specifically for young people and options for those who can’t attend physical meetings. Phone 1300 652 820.
Noffs Foundation
This organisation provides services for young people who are experiencing trauma related to alcohol or other drugs.
Positive Choices – Drug and Alcohol Information
This website provides information about alcohol and other drugs. It also supports young people who are having difficulties with drugs or alcohol.
Reach Out – Alcohol and other drugs
This webpage has information about the effects of various drugs, advice on how to minimise the risk of taking them, and suggestions for coping with a drug problem.
SMART Recovery
This website has information for people supporting a young person who’s recovering from an alcohol or drug problem.
Australian Capital Territory
ACT Government Canberra Health Services – Alcohol and drug services
ACT Health provides information, advice, support and referrals to other services for people who need help with their own or another person’s use of alcohol or other drugs.
Karralika
This organisation helps people deal with alcohol and other drug dependence through treatment programs in residential and community settings. It has programs for children and young people.
New South Wales
Alcohol and Drug Information Service (ADIS) New South Wales
ADIS provides information, telephone counselling and referrals for people who are having difficulties with alcohol or other drugs, families and friends of these people, and health and welfare professionals.
- Phone: (02) 8382 1000 or 1800 250 015 (outside metropolitan area)
- Hours: 7 days, 24 hours
CatholicCare – Family Recovery
This organisation offers group education, therapy and support programs for families affected by problematic drug use or gambling.
NSW Health – Contact information, support and treatment services
This website provides contact details for services for young people who are having difficulties with alcohol or other drugs.
Sir David Martin Foundation – Triple Care Farm
Triple Care Farm is a residential withdrawal and rehabilitation program for young people aged 16-24 years.
Your Room
This website has information about various drugs, plus resources for families and young people coping with drug or alcohol problems.
Northern Territory
Alcohol and Drug Information Service (ADIS)
ADIS provides information, telephone counselling and referrals for people who are having difficulties with alcohol or other drugs, families and friends of these people, and health and welfare professionals.
- Phone: 1800 131 350
- Hours: 7 days, 24 hours
ShelterMe
This is a directory of services for homeless people in the Northern Territory, but you can also use the directory to search for alcohol and other drug services and youth services.
Queensland
Alcohol and Drug Information Service (ADIS) Queensland
ADIS provides information, telephone counselling and referrals for people who are having difficulties with alcohol or other drugs, families and friends of these people, and health and welfare professionals.
- Phone: 1800 177 833
- Hours: 7 days, 24 hours
Mater Health – Clarence Street programs
Clarence Street is part of the Mater Young Adult Health Centre. This residential program supports young people aged 13-18 years who live in Queensland to safely withdraw from alcohol and other drugs.
Queensland Network of Alcohol and Other Drug Agencies (QNADA) – Service finder
QNADA is the peak body for alcohol and other drug services in Queensland. Use QNADA’s service finder to find local services that specialise in helping young people.
South Australia
Alcohol and Drug Information Service (ADIS) South Australia
ADIS provides information, telephone counselling and referrals for people with alcohol or other drugs, families and friends of these people, and health and welfare professionals.
- Phone: 1300 131 340
- Hours: 7 days, 8.30 am-10 pm
Mission Australia – Drug and Alcohol Youth Outreach Service
Mission Australia provides counselling to young people in Adelaide who are having difficulties with alcohol or other drugs.
- Phone: (08) 8417 8100
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 am–5 pm
Streetlink Youth Health Service
Streetlink offers a range of health services as well as counsellors who can help with issues related to alcohol or other drugs.
- Phone: (08) 8202 5950
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 am–5 pm
Tasmania
Tasmanian Alcohol and Drug Services
This service is part of the Tasmanian Department of Health. It provides programs and treatment for adults and young people affected by using alcohol or other drugs.
- Phone: 1800 811 994
- Hours: 7 days, 24 hours
The Hive Counselling
This organisation offers counselling and support programs to people who need help with their own or another person’s use of alcohol or other drugs. Phone (03) 6224 1777.
The Link Youth Health Service
This is a youth health service in Hobart. It offers a range of health services for young people, including alcohol and other drug programs.
YFCC – Alcohol and other drug services
This service provides services to young people and their families whose lives are affected by alcohol, tobacco or other drugs in western and north-western Tasmania. Phone (03) 6423 6635.
Victoria
DirectLine
DirectLine is the Victorian helpline for people having difficulties with alcohol or other drugs. It offers counselling, information and referrals to other types of support. It’s free and confidential.
- Phone: 1800 888 236
- Hours: 7 days, 24 hours
Turning Point
This organisation provides information and support to people who need help with their own or another person’s use of alcohol or other drugs.
Youth Support and Advocacy Service
This is a statewide community service that provides a range of services for young people aged 12-21 years who are experiencing problems with alcohol or other drugs.
Western Australia
Alcohol and Drug Support Line
This is a free counselling, information and referral service provided by the Government of Western Australia. If you need help with your own or another person’s use of alcohol or other drugs, phone (08) 9442 5000 (Perth) or 1800 198 024 (outside Perth).
Drug Aware
This program targets young people with messages about drug use that focus on preventing use and associated harm. The website has information about getting help and other topics.
Holyoake WA
This organisation offers counselling and education services for young people experiencing difficulties with alcohol or other drugs in Western Australia.