Odyssey Victoria

05/01/2026

Odyssey House Victoria’s annual Short Story Competition is now open for 2025. This year’s theme is "Summer Holidays" and must include a reference to alcohol or other drugs.

Summer holidays often bring sun-soaked afternoons, adventure, and cherished memories - yet not every story is carefree. This competition invites you to craft a short story set against the backdrop of summer, and must include a reference to alcohol or other drugs. We encourage you to create a piece that shines a light on experiences that truly matter.

First place wins $1000 and a one year membership to Writers Victoria.
Second place wins $100
Third place wins $50

Entry fee is $10 per submission.

Please share this with anyone you think might be interested, the competition is open to writers of all ages and experience and submissions are due by the 30th of January 2026.

For full T's and C's and instructions on how to enter, head to:
https://odyssey.org.au/short-story-competition-2025/

03/01/2026

Thought for a Sunday...

02/01/2026

Our Circuit Breaker Resi Rehab' near Benalla have been harvesting from their veggie patches. This green goodness makes its way to the kitchens where the Chef and the kitchen crew create delicious meals for all the residents.

31/12/2025

Wishing everyone a safe and happy 2026

28/12/2025

Even moderate alcohol consumption may be more harmful than we thought—and certain groups are more at risk, according to recent studies. The World Health Organization declared in 2023 that no level of alcohol intake is safe due to its connection with an array of health issues including links to various cancers. And it impacts women in particular, affecting fertility, coordination, sleep patterns, and more. The good news is that science suggests some effects of alcohol can be reversed within weeks. Learn more about the ways alcohol affects the body and tips to take a break: https://on.natgeo.com/3XYNzrR

The U.S. Surgeon General has called for adding cancer warnings to alcohol labels—as scientific evidence mounts that even moderate drinking may be more harmful than we thought.

26/12/2025

Our Circuit Breaker Resi Rehab’ near Benalla has some new arrivals. We have some new baby chickens that need names. Suggestions are welcome 😊

24/12/2025

Wishing you all a happy festive season full of joy and happiness and that is safe and peaceful.

23/12/2025

At the start of December, our Lower Plenty staff took the pre-school children to Diamond Valley Tree Farm to choose a tree for the Children’s Centre. They also took their reindeer costumes and enjoyed running through the rows of trees and taking photos to gift to their parents for Christmas. The results were some beautiful photos, a lovely tree which was decorated and a fun day out!

22/12/2025

The staff at our Hope Centre Resi rehab' took the time to cook some delicious food for the residents to celebrate the festive season.

21/12/2025

Our Resi Rehab' at Lower Plenty is getting into the festive season.