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  • Drunk and Reckless drivers bring havoc on Perth roads

    According to reports, drunk drivers caused chaos on Perth roads last weekend, with 5 crashes allegedly being caused by drink drivers.

    Duty Superintendent Del Jones said police battled to keep drunk drivers under control. He said there were many incidents of drivers driving into trees because they were driving drunk.

    Police charged a number of drivers with drink driving. Click here for the full story.

  • Huge New Fines for Drinking and Drugs in Victoria

    Drivers in Victoria that blow over .10 will face some huge new consequences, including having their cars confiscated, paying a hefty fine and losing their licence for 10 months.

    Victorians caught driving while drunk and on illicit drugs will face fines of up to $41,000 and lose their licences.

    The harsh new measures come into effect as of next month and provide even more of a reason why we need to drink responsibly and not drink drive.

    If drinking, arrange a designated driver or take a taxi or public transport. Find out more here.

  • “Alcohol Tracker” App Helps You Keep Track of Drinking

    A smartphone app developed in Singapore is helping drinkers keep track of how much alcohol they consume. And if they consume more than the maximum recommended amount, a warning notification is sent to them. This way they can enjoy drinking moderately without unwittingly putting their health at risk.

    For more click here.

  • Palcohol may be Banned in SA before it Even Arrives

    Palcohol (powdered alcohol), the American made powder that when mixed with water turns into an alcoholic beverage, may be banned in South Australia before it even arrives, if Attorney-General John Rau has his way.

    Mr Rau hopes the rest of Australia will follow SA’s example.

    Palcohol will definitely impact on responsible service of alcohol. To find out more, click here.

  • Bartenders, Learn Some Cool Alcohol Facts Here.

    Do you want to impress your customers with your vast knowledge of alcohol? Here are some cool, lesser known facts about beer,

    1. The oldest recipe in the world is for beer.
    2. On a diet? Opt for distilled spirits such as brandy, gin, rum, tequila, contain no carbohydrates because they have no fats and no cholesterol of any kind.
    3. “Toasting” is a tradition originating in ancient Rome where they use to drop a piece of toasted bread into wine.
    4. The fear of alcohol is a real thing – its called Methyphobia
    5. Some men really love their beer. British men have been found twice as likely to know the price of their beer than their partner’s bra size, according to a poll by a British magazine.

    For more fun facts visit Guy-Sports.com

  • Police Issue Fines to Intoxicated Revellers

    Three drinkers appeared in Gympie Magistrates Court last week on drunk and disorderly charges  after they were involved in a disturbance on June 12th at The Jockey Club.

    The drinkers argued with staff and refused to leave when staff refused to serve them anymore alcohol.

    The RSA course is crucial to those serving alcohol because it teaches servers what to do when faced with patrons like these. Find out more about the RSA course here.

    Source: www.gympietimes.com.au

  • Calls For Lower Alcohol Taxes on Vic Pubs and Clubs

    The Victorian branch of the Australian Hotels Association has blamed the high price of drinks at pubs and clubs for alcohol fuelled violence and anti-social behaviour fuelled by alcohol and is calling for alcohol taxes on venues to be lowered.

    The AHA Vic Branch says that if alcohol taxes are decreased, venues could lower the price of their alcohol which will minimise people pre-loading. At the moment patrons drink about 80 per cent of the drinks for the night at home and only 20 per cent is consumed on the premise because of the high price. They say this is contributing to drunkenness and anti-social behaviour.

    The group is now lobbying for taxes on pub and bar drinks to be lowered, with the aim of “luring” people back to these venues.

    The AHA says licensed venues were better equipped to deal with the responsible service of alcohol nowadays and are ready for more customers.

    To find out more, click here.

  • RSA WA: Police Target Alcohol Abusers as part of Operation Abide

    Police were out in full force last weekend in the Frankston CBD as part of Operation Abide, targeting intoxicated patrons in particular.

    The entertainment precinct was the main concern of police on Friday night.

    According to a post on BaysideNews.com.au, officers targeted the “radical” selling of alcohol, unruly behaviour, under-age drinking and anti-social behaviour.  “Vulnerable road users” were also part of the police operation.

    Servers of alcohol should be aware of police operations, particularly those targeting the selling of alcohol. To find out more click here.

  • Champagne Region in France earns World Heritage Status

    Only sparkling wine made in the Champagne region of France can be labelled “champagne” and now the iconic region has been named a World Heritage site.

    According to a post on Hospitality Magazine, The UNESCO World Heritage Committee who decide on World Heritage Sites, have decided to include the Champagne Slopes, Houses and Cellars on its list.

    Click here to find out more.

  • Watch Jamie Oliver make a Classic Daiquiri Cocktail with a Twist

    I found this recipe from Jamie Oliver interesting because its a twist on a very popular, classic cocktail. Raspberry Daiquiri is a nice alternative to the common Strawberry Daiquiri and equally delicious.