News Updates
Integrated care - towards a definition
February 03, 2026
More and more, in the alcohol and other drug sector, in the mental health sector and beyond, we hear about the goal integrated care.
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February 03, 2026
In December, after months of consultation and countless meetings with a range of stakeholder groups, City of Port Phillip councillors voted to change local laws relating to homelessness.
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February 03, 2026
After an extraordinary 55 years as a general practitioner, the wonderful, passionate and tireless Dr John Sherman has retired.
Read More ShareFutures Forum Thinking Big
February 03, 2026
On February 11, at St Kilda Town Hall, three leaders working in distinct but closely related sectors will take to the stage to discuss what they and their colleagues will need over the next...
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September 29, 2025
Like many other not-for-profit organisations, First Step has just completed its first policy on the use of artificial intelligence.
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September 29, 2025
First Step is involved in two pilot projects this year. Funded by the South Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network, we are recruiting care coordinators to ensure more clients receive truly integrated care.
Read More ShareGuest Blog Benn Veenker
September 29, 2025
When I first entered treatment for my substance use, I had no idea what to expect.
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September 29, 2025
First Step has been closely involved in the consultations, advice, and decision-making processes of the City of Port Phillip in recent months.
Read More ShareGuest Blog Professor Victoria Manning
June 10, 2025
As someone who has been designing, implementing, and examining treatment outcomes for people with AOD issues since the last century (no exaggeration!), I was delighted that my team at Turning Point was able to...
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