DASA Alice Springs

05/03/2026

With funding support from the Northern Territory Government Department of Health, DASA is launching a new Pilot Program. The Restorative Day Program is now accepting referrals for Adult Men with alcohol or other drug concerns and who are involved or at increased risk of involvement with the justice system, including those on bail for DFSV offences involving alcohol. More information can be found here: https://www.dasa.org.au/programs

04/03/2026

Last week DASA held the inaugural Leadership Support Program for our leadership group. While we could not have all of the leadership group there due to leave and other commitments, it was a fabulous start to this ongoing program facilitated by John McBryde. We discussed what is working well, what needs work and where to next, and it was a great to have the whole day together to debrief, discuss and plan. Looking forward to the next one. Also, what's a team event without cake 🎂🍰, we celebrated the birthday of our Therapeutic Lead, Beatrice Villadelrey while we were together.

03/03/2026

🌧️ Update from DASA's Aranda House Therapeutic Community.

As many of you know, Aranda House suffered extensive damage during the recent flood event in Alice Springs, leaving the building non‑habitable for the foreseeable future. Unfortunately, it may be many months before we can return—if at all.

The good news is that all staff and residents were safely evacuated, and we are now operating from a temporary residence at CAAAPU. We cannot express enough how grateful we are for CAAAPU’s ongoing support of DASA and the broader AOD sector. Their generosity and willingness to stand with us during this difficult time has been truly remarkable.

We are currently working closely with our funders to explore the best path forward—whether that means rebuilding Aranda House or relocating to a new home.

No matter what happens next, one thing remains absolutely certain: Aranda House is vital for people experiencing harm from alcohol and other drugs, and we are fully committed to continuing that support.

This has been a challenging moment for our organisation, but the strength and kindness of our community gives us hope. Thank you to everyone who has reached out, offered help, or kept us in your thoughts. Your support keeps us going as we rebuild and reimagine the future of Aranda House.

💛 With gratitude

The DASA Team

Steve Edgington MLA Bill Yan MLA - Member for Namatjira Marion Scrymgour MP

18/02/2026

18/02/2026

A big thank you to the crew at Larapinta Child & Family Centre for inviting our Outreach teams to their Health & Wellbeing Day on Fri 13th Feb. What an amazing opportunity for service providers to get together & discover programs and services available in the community 🩷💛🩵

18/02/2026

📣 Listen Up Tennant Creek 📣
We are now accepting registrations for our upcoming Drink Driver Education Course. This program is designed to support individuals to better understand the risks of drink driving, make safer choices, and meet legal and court requirements.

📅 Course dates: Weds 11th March 2026
📍 Location: Tanami Training Room, CDU Campus, Staunton Street
📞 Enquiries & bookings: https://www.dasa.org.au/drink-driver-course
☎️ 08 8950 5000, option 3

11/02/2026

Due to recent flood damage and ongoing weather conditions, Aranda House will be closed until further notice to ensure the safety of our residents, staff and community. Please email admin@dasa.org.au for urgent enquiries.
We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time. Updates will be provided as soon as it is safe to reopen.
Please stay safe and take care.

03/02/2026

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The new protective clothing has arrived on Eylandt and the Healing Centre Men are off to volunteer at the Angurugu Community Garden today. The Community Garden provides fresh and healthy produce for people on Eylandt to enjoy. The Men are proud to be helping out.

21/01/2026

📣 Newsletter Alert!
Our latest newsletter is out now - packed with updates, news, and what’s coming up next.
👉 Read it here:

20/01/2026

DASA is stoked to share that one of our team, Harry Reuben (Case Manager M**h Outreach Team), is a Dr Tracy Westerman scholarship recipient. We look forward to supporting Harry to achieve his goals and to contribute to the field as part of the Indigenous psychology field. 👏👏

16/01/2026

Are you an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person with a passion to support community development and deliver positive outcomes? DASA's recruiting a Service Manager Community Programs and we want you to join our team!
📩 Apply today!
https://dasa.applynow.net.au/jobs/306103
https://www.seek.com.au/job/89713665
Only applications submitted via Apply Now & SEEK will be considered.

14/01/2026

We are advising community members that a Drink Driver Education Course will be available for those who have been affected by drink driving offences.

The course focuses on:
• Understanding the impacts of drink driving
• Making safer choices on the road
• Supporting long-term behaviour change

📅 Date: Weds 21st Jan 2026
📍 Location: DASA Conference Room, 4 Schwarz Cres
📞 For more information or to register: 08 8950 5000 or https://www.dasa.org.au/drink-driver-course

Education plays a vital role in keeping our roads and community safe. We encourage anyone who may benefit to take part.