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Media releases

16 June 2025

Today the Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL) welcomed the Victorian government’s announcement that Victoria’s first fixed site pill testing service will open its doors in Fitzroy.

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5 May 2025

“It’s vital for the next term of the Albanese Government to strengthen our economic and social compass so all Australians can live the lives they aspire to.” Dr Travers McLeod, Executive Director, BSL

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