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Drug Info

Free information about drugs, alcohol and the law for the community of New South Wales.

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A to Z of Drugs
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What are drugs?
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Drugs and the law
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Aboriginal resources
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Standard drinks
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Drug & Alcohol Info Hub
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Community action
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Latest news and articles

Latest news and articles

Keep up to date with information and services related to drugs, alcohol and the law in NSW.

New laws for drink driving and drug driving

From 20 May 2019, tougher penalties apply for low range drink driving offences, and for driving with the presence of an illicit drug.

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Alcohol and young people

Can drinking alcohol before you are 18 years old affect your brain development?

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Publications

A Quick Guide to Drugs & Alcohol

An easy to read reference book with information on a range of drugs, drug effects, drugs and driving, pregnancy, treatment, statistics, drugs and the law and where to go for help and further information.

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Getting help