Palmerston Association

Palmerston Association Palmerston Association provides support and counselling services to individuals and families in WA that are facing issues with alcohol and drug use.

Serving the community for 40 years, Palmerston provides an important service that supports individuals and families in Western Australia that are facing issues with alcohol and drug use. Palmerston operate from a number of locations offering free counselling to families and individuals with offices in Perth, Fremantle, Rockingham, Mandurah, Thornlie, Albany and Katanning. Palmerston also provide services in Denmark, Mt Barker, Walpole and other outlying towns. Palmerston operate a Therapeutic Community (TC) 35kms south of Perth. Palmerston Farm offers a residential rehabilitation program designed for people wishing to address their substance use issues. The 10 acre semi-rural property is located 30 minutes south of Perth and offers 29 residential places for men and women and further transitional housing for three graduates of the program. A Therapeutic Community (TC) is a supportive residential environment where residents are encouraged to create positive changes in their lives and to develop new life and coping skills. The TC Model facilitates personal growth within a community of concerned people working together to help themselves and one another. Residents in a Therapeutic Community play a significant role in the day to day operation of the community and in supporting each other.

Palmerston Perth celebrated International Women’s Day with a morning tea yesterday to celebrate the wonderful women who ...
09/03/2026

Palmerston Perth celebrated International Women’s Day with a morning tea yesterday to celebrate the wonderful women who dedicate themselves to those around them.

Thank you to the innovative and progressive women who continue to balance the scales with strength through truth and kindness.

Celebrating Bill 👏Bill joined Palmerston’s Farm Therapeutic Community in May 2024 after a long battle with alcohol and o...
09/03/2026

Celebrating Bill 👏

Bill joined Palmerston’s Farm Therapeutic Community in May 2024 after a long battle with alcohol and other drug (AOD) use. Nine months later he completed the TC program and stepped into our THASP program, where he maintained his goal of abstinence for a further 13 months.

Recently, Bill returned to the Farm to share his story before relocating to NSW to reunite with his family.

Throughout his time with Palmerston, Bill showed strong commitment to his recovery, supporting fellow residents and embracing the spirit of Community as Method. He spoke openly about his journey of self-acceptance, including coming to terms with his sexuality, and how this has strengthened his recovery.

Bill shared that the TC helped him build a strong sense of identity and self-acceptance. Foundations that continue to support his recovery today.

We wish Bill all the best for this next chapter. 🍁

Western Australian Mental Health Commission

🍂International Women’s Day 2026Some of the Palmerston team and Board Member Felicite Black attended the WA International...
06/03/2026

🍂International Women’s Day 2026

Some of the Palmerston team and Board Member Felicite Black attended the WA International Women’s Day Leaders Breakfast this morning.

The event sparked interesting discussions about gender equality, leadership, motherhood and inclusion.

International Women’s Day is not only about celebrating progress, but continuing to challenge ourselves and our systems to do better.

Sussex Street Law Service

Six STEPS Family Support Program is a free 6-week group program for anyone impacted by someone else’s alcohol or other d...
05/03/2026

Six STEPS Family Support Program is a free 6-week group program for anyone impacted by someone else’s alcohol or other drug use. The sessions provide practical tools, shared experiences, and strategies to help you cope while prioritising your own wellbeing.

🗓 2 May – 6 June
⏰ 10:30am – 12:30pm
📍 Alcohol and Drug Service, 91 Allnutt St, Mandurah

Across six sessions, participants will learn practical strategies, connect with others in similar situations, and access both professional and peer support.

☎️ For more information or support:
9442 5050

Western Australian Mental Health Commission

🍁 Palmerston Association and Next Step were proud to attend the City of Rockingham Community Service Forum and discussio...
04/03/2026

🍁 Palmerston Association and Next Step were proud to attend the City of Rockingham Community Service Forum and discussion panel on homelessness and housing, exploring the intersection between rough sleeping and alcohol and other drug use.

Together, they highlighted the incredible work being delivered through the AOD Outreach Alliance in partnership with Homeless Healthcare and St Pat’s.

Dr Katja and Service Manager Alex delivered an impactful presentation on how we are supporting local community members who are at risk.

St. Patrick's Community Support Centre
Homeless Healthcare
City of Rockingham – Local Government

📝 We’ve officially kicked off work on our new Strategic Plan — setting the direction for the years ahead. We’re excited ...
03/03/2026

📝 We’ve officially kicked off work on our new Strategic Plan — setting the direction for the years ahead. We’re excited to be partnering with ThirdStory to help guide the process and shape the outcome.

With growing demand and a rapidly changing sector, this is our opportunity to strengthen our impact, elevate lived experience leadership, and deepen partnerships across our community.

🌿 Walking Strong Together – Community FASD Workshop 🌿Join us for Walking Strong Together, a culturally safe community wo...
03/03/2026

🌿 Walking Strong Together – Community FASD Workshop 🌿

Join us for Walking Strong Together, a culturally safe community workshop focused on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and how it impacts our mob.

This is an opportunity to come together to yarn, learn, and strengthen understanding within our families and community.

🗓 Tuesday 25 March
⏰ 9.30am – 3.00pm
📍 Derbarl Yerrigan Aboriginal Medical Health Service
156 Wittenoom Street, East Perth

We are pleased to welcome Dr Robyn Williams, an experienced presenter with strong knowledge of FASD, who will share practical and accessible information to support our community.

For more information, please contact Leslee on 0438 643 873.

Let’s come together, learn together, and walk strong together.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation

🌈✨ What an awesome session at Yarn, Learn & Lunch as part of the Albany Pride Festival proudly hosted by Palmerston in p...
27/02/2026

🌈✨ What an awesome session at Yarn, Learn & Lunch as part of the Albany Pride Festival proudly hosted by Palmerston in partnership with the Equal Opportunity Commission and Pride in Diversity ✨🌈

A massive thank you to everyone who came together to yarn, learn and share ideas about building more inclusive spaces across workplaces, community organisations and beyond. Your energy and insight made the event truly special.

A huge shout-out to our amazing panel of presenters who brought such valuable perspectives and sparked meaningful conversation:

🗣️ Alyce Schotte – Facilitator (Senior Relationship Manager WA/NT, ACON’s Pride Inclusion Programs | Pride in Diversity)
🗣️ Peter Foster – Chair, Pride WA
🗣️ Andrew Wenzel – Manager, Headspace Albany & Albany Pride Patron
🗣️ Louise Johnstone Forster – Former Chair, Palmerston
🗣️ Lynn MacLaren – City of Albany Councillor

Thank you Advance Housing Ltd for the venue.

We are so grateful for your passion, leadership and commitment to inclusion. Together, we are making our community more welcoming, affirming and inclusive for everyone

The City of Albany
headspace Albany
Pride WA
Councillor Lynn MacLaren, City of Albany

Thank you to the team at Dress for Success Western Australia for hosting Palmerston and Sussex Street Community Legal Ce...
27/02/2026

Thank you to the team at Dress for Success Western Australia for hosting Palmerston and Sussex Street Community Legal Centre for a tour of the new facility. 👗🥿

Empower Women. Change Lives.

It was inspiring to see the impact of their work supporting women with professional attire, mentoring and career support to build confidence and independence.

We look forward to working together to create more opportunities for our client

🌟 Palmerston recognised in 2026 AIM Community Training GrantsPalmerston was proud to be named one of the recipients of t...
24/02/2026

🌟 Palmerston recognised in 2026 AIM Community Training Grants

Palmerston was proud to be named one of the recipients of the 2026 Community Training Grants from the Australian Institute of Management WA.

Our General Manager of Finance, People and Culture, Victoria Donnelly was pleased to attend and collect the award.

This opportunity supports leadership development and capability building within our team. It will strengthen the services and support we provide to individuals, families, and communities across Western Australia.

Thank you to AIM for investing in the not-for-profit sector and community leadership.

Australian Institute of Management WA

We’re proud to share that Rebecca Stephens, Strategic Advisor recently presented at the Community Engagement Summit Seri...
23/02/2026

We’re proud to share that Rebecca Stephens, Strategic Advisor recently presented at the Community Engagement Summit Series in Sydney.

Rebecca shared insights into trauma-informed, co-designed approaches that strengthen connections between community and frontline services to deliver equitable, place-based outcomes.

Drawing on her experience as a former Member of Parliament and her leadership at Palmerston, she highlighted the importance of building strong, trusted relationships that enable meaningful change and create lasting impact for organisations, clients, and the broader community.

Well done, Bec, and thank you for sharing the Palmerston story over east.

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Palmerston Association is a leading and respected specialist not for profit provider of alcohol and other drug services in Western Australia. Operating for almost 40 years, Palmerston strives for excellence in service through support to individuals, families and communities affected by alcohol and other drug issues. A range of services including counselling, family support, group work, outreach, residential rehabilitation and educational initiatives in the community are offered. We operate from 11 locations throughout the metropolitan and Great Southern regions including the South Metro Community Alcohol and Drug Service (Fremantle, Rockingham and Mandurah), South East Metro Community Alcohol and Drug Service (Thornlie and Armadale), the Great Southern Community Alcohol and Drug Service (Albany, Katanning and Denmark), Palmerston Perth (Northbridge), Palmerston Farm Therapeutic Community (Wellard) and Beela Valley Therapeutic Community (South West).

Our services are free and everyone is welcome. Palmerston offers two residential services, one in a semi-rural location south of Perth known as the Farm TC; and the other in a small town in the South West, known as Beela Valley TC. Both residential rehabs are known as a therapeutic community (TC) as this describes the way the program is designed and how it works. Both properties offer a calm setting for individuals to participate in the program which consists of a structured and supportive environment where residents work together as a community to benefit their own recovery as well as each other.