The Commonwealth, State and Territory Governments are working together on the Strategy which emphasises prevention and makes it clear that illicit drugs have no place in our schools. Resources are being made available to improve teachers' skills and knowledge about drug prevention education and to help inform parents and the wider community. Providing information and support to parents. Developing better ways for school communities to fight against drug misuse in schools. Providing material for schools to hold their own local 'summit' to bring the community together on this issue.
Every parent has a perfect right to know where their school stands on drugs.
They also have the right to expect clear rules if students are found with drugs at school. The Commonwealth Government, in cooperation with State and Territory Governments, is well on the way to establishing a national drug treatment network across Australia's cities and towns. In cooperation with health professionals, private and charitable organisations, this network will help bring treatment, education and support services within reach of those who need it. This supports the crucial work of charitable and non-government organisations in tackling the drug problem at the grassroots level. A strong effort has been made to ensure that resources reach those in rural and regional areas who have an illicit drug problem.