We are currently conducting a research project in partnership with the University of Tasmania, investigating the experiences of Tasmanians who use alcohol and/or other drugs, when accessing health and non-health services, and the attitudes, beliefs and experiences of Tasmanian workers and volunteers in health and non-health services towards people experiencing harm from substance use. Do you want to share [...]

‘Every 6 months, YFCC conducts an independent survey of approximately 10% of our clients to help us understand from a client’s perspective – what worked well, and what could we do better. We take this feedback seriously, particularly when it comes from young people as we know they don’t often feel listened to or heard. We [...]

The Malana Youth at Risk Centre (YARC) is a specialist homelessness service based in Launceston that provides temporary accommodation and care tailored to the specific needs of unaccompanied children and young people aged between 12 and 15 years. It provides 24 hour short to medium term accommodation, and specialist homelessness support 7 days a week. The [...]

We are excited to announce that the 2025 YFCC Inspiring Youth Awards are open for nominations! The Inspiring Youth Awards 2025 are a great opportunity to recognise and celebrate the everyday actions and achievements of young North West Tasmanians. There are three categories, each of which are focused on creating an opportunity to let a young [...]

Mission Australia‘s annual Youth Survey is open now, and the charity is urging young people aged 14-19 to share their views in the largest survey of the nation’s young people. The survey gives young people the chance to share their opinions on the issues impacting the country, open up about their aspirations and share their lived [...]

Evidence shows that drinking alcohol greatly increases your risk of cancer. Based on this, Cancer Council Tasmania recommends people limit drinking alcohol. If you don’t drink, don’t start. For people who do choose to drink alcohol, the NHMRC recommends no more than 10 standard drinks per week (and no more than four standard drinks on any [...]

Every 6 months, YFCC conducts an independent survey of approximately 10% of our clients to help us understand from a client’s perspective – what worked well, and what could we do better. We take this feedback seriously, particularly when it comes from people under 18 years of age, as we know they don’t often feel listened [...]

One in three Tasmanians are not aware of the harmful effect alcohol can have on mental health and wellbeing. Be Nice to Brain wants to change this! Be Nice to Brain provides information, tools and support to help Tasmanians understand how alcohol can affect sleep, mood, stress, anxiety and overall wellbeing. By providing practical advice on how to [...]

YFCC Attends 2025 National Reconciliation Week Event: Bridging Now to Next National Reconciliation Week, held from 27 May to 3 June, is a time for all Australians to reflect on our shared history, acknowledge truth, and commit to a more unified and respectful future. This year's theme, "Bridging Now to Next," invited communities to consider how [...]