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We are the

Drug Advisory Council of Australia Ltd

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drawing upon up-to-date research both local and international

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seeking to inform, educate and work with parents, teenagers and the wider community

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encouraging initiatives which strengthen prevention, intervention and treatment regimens to help drug users to become drug free

We at DACA aim to raise awareness of the dangers of drug use and abuse by:

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My friends want me to try drugs. 
What will drugs do to me?

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Can you help me get off drugs? 
What steps do I take?

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I've found out my child is using. 
Can you help me?

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Research

Read our articles, view our research videos.

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Touchstone

Our home base and support network for the grieving and aggrieved families of Australian drug users.

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Become a member of DACA

By becoming a member of DACA (Drug Advisory Council of Australia Ltd) you receive our online training, exclusive webinars and help our Council provide a wealth of knowledge to families that need our help.
Your sponsorship means we can continue to review and contribute to public policy and information.

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Let's work together

We need your support in order to help families and individuals in Australia struggling with the effects of drugs.

Thank you for your generosity.

What you need to know

Understanding drugs and their effects is crucial for making informed decisions about your health and well-being. Here’s a comprehensive overview of what you need to know.

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Marijuana Explained

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Vaping Explained

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Ecstasy Explained

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Cocaine Explained

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Ice Explained

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Fentanyl Explained

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GHB Explained

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Heroin Explained

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Ketamine Explained

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Khat Explained

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Speed Explained

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Synthetic Cathinones Explained

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Legal Highs Explained

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Purchase your copy of

Street Drugs: The New Addiction Industry

Latest news

Understanding drugs and their effects is crucial for making informed decisions about your health and well-being. Here’s a comprehensive overview of what you need to know.

31 July 2025

We’ve Achieved Charity Status!

We are thrilled to announce that our organization has officially achieved charity status! This milestone brings numerous benefits and opportunities that will greatly enhance our mission and impact.

31 Jan 2025

What you need to know about drugs

What You Need to Know About Drugs, what types are there. What effects do they have. Reach out Get Help. Get on top of your mental health.

4 Feb 2024

Current News on Drugs

Focus on Vaping… In recent news, Australia has been making significant changes to its policies on drugs and vaping. The government is set to ban all non-therapeutic vapes under new laws aimed at reducing the number of young people developing vaping addictions. Health Minister Mark Butler emphasized that vapes, initially introduced as therapeutic aids for quitting smoking, have become widely accessible, especially to minors. The new legislation seeks to restrict the sale of vaping products to...

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