VADC reporting in Victoria, explained.
A plain-English overview of the Victorian Alcohol and Drug Collection: what is collected, when it is due and what changed for 2026-27.
General information only. This guide is a plain-English overview, current as at November 2026. It is not legal, compliance or professional advice. Confirm your obligations with your funder and the current official documentation.
Where this applies: Victoria (VIC).
What is the VADC?
The Victorian Alcohol and Drug Collection (VADC) is the data collection for alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment services funded by the Victorian Department of Health. Selected VADC data is also sent to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) each year for the national AODTS-NMDS.
What is involved?
- Monthly submission. A file is due by the 15th of each month, even when there has been no activity.
- Outcome measures. Tools such as the AUDIT, DUDIT and K10 are recorded at set points in treatment.
- Annual changes. The specification is revised for each financial year. The 2026-27 changes took effect on 1 July 2026.
Where Mimaso fits
Mimaso is set up for VADC reporting. Your team records casework as usual, and Mimaso produces the return, flags missing or invalid fields as they are entered and checks the whole return before it is submitted.
Book a walkthrough to see it with your own programs.
Frequently asked questions
When is VADC data due?
By the 15th of the month after the reporting month, every month.
Can Mimaso handle our VADC reporting?
Yes. Mimaso covers AOD reporting in every Australian state and territory. Book a walkthrough to see it set up for your own programs.
Sources
Victorian Department of Health: VADC compilation and submission specification 2026-27. Australian Institute of Health and Welfare: AODTS NMDS Data Quality Statement.
This guide is general information only and is not legal, compliance or professional advice. Reporting requirements change, so always check the current official documentation and your service agreement. Mimaso accepts no responsibility for any reliance placed on this guide.