Odyssey Victoria

23/01/2026

We had a lot of fun last weekend with our stand at the Midsumma Carnival. We had some great talks with community members about safe drug use and inclusive treatment pathways.

21/01/2026

Odyssey Victoria were proud to be participants in this collaborative.

Congratulations to the first-ever cohort of The Learning Collaborative (TLC), who graduated in December 2025! This round, 11 organisations completed the program:

- Anglicare Victoria
- Ballarat Community Health
- Bayside Health Alfred
- Better Health Network
- Latrobe Regional Health
- Mind Australia
- Odyssey Victoria
- St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne
- The Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission
- Wellways
- Youth Support + Advocacy Service

TLC is Australia’s first Lived and Living Experience Workforce (LLEW) program to help AOD and mental health organisations strengthen their LLEW. The program, delivered in partnership with Yale University, Dr. Louise Byrne and SHARC, offers guidance on policies, processes and culture, while creating networks for mentoring, learning, and collaboration.

Find out more about TLC and LLEAH: www.sharc.org.au/lleah

21/01/2026

🌼 Are you a mum in recovery?
You’re not alone. Join a supportive community of women who understand the journey.
Our weekly group offers connection, play-based bonding, and practical parenting support for mums and children aged 0–6.
🗓 Wednesdays, 11:30am–1:30pm (school terms)
📍 Iramoo Community Centre, Wyndham Vale
To join or learn more, contact Simone on 0466 356 180 or XWerribee@odyssey.org.au.
💙 PAMS – Together We Rise

17/01/2026

Thought for a Sunday...

15/01/2026

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/

10/01/2026

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.