Drug experts, Aboriginal elders, federal ministers and government officials, health workers, police commanders, teachers, parents and students gathered this morning, Thursday July 23, at the Eden Fishermen’s Club to attend the ‘Ice Forum’.
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Almost 100 people attended the free public forum, aimed to educate the Eden community about the scourge from crystal methamphetamine, commonly known as ‘ice’. The Eden forum was organised by Katungul Aboriginal Corporation Community & Medical Service in conjunction with the Wandarma Drug & Alcohol Service.
MC for the event was the Katungul Chair and the Aboriginal Liaison officer with the Bega Valley Shire Council, Graham Moore. A ‘Welcome to Country’ was offered by Aboriginal elder, Uncle Ossie Cruse, followed by an introductory speech by Federal Member Dr Peter Hendy. Five speakers specialising in drug management, health services, community assistance and policing then took to the stage, including Dr Rod MacQueen and Detective Inspector Kevin McNeil.
For the full story about the forum, please see next week’s Eden Magnet, Thursday July 30.