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  • Can we Expect No-Alcohol and Low Alcohol Flights in the Future?

    Virgin Atlantic recently launched its new in-flight drinks menu and it features a range of no-alcohol or low-alcohol drinks -named “NoLo”.

    A post on Finder.com.au listed the following 4 drinks featured on the menu,

    • Red Sky at Night (no alcohol): Seedlip Spice, Fever Tree Indian tonic, lemon slice
    • Shepherd’s delight (no alcohol): Seedlip Spice, Fever Tree ginger ale, lemon slice
    • The Bold Mule (low alcohol): Regal Rogue Bold Red vermouth, Fever Tree ginger ale, lemon
    • The Bold Spritz (low alcohol): Regal Rogue Bold Red vermouth, soda, lemon

    Across the airline industry there’s been a move to limit alcohol consumed on flights and Virgin Atlantic says they are “delighted” to be leading the way in this. Perhaps no alcohol at all on flights may be in our future.

    Read more at https://www.finder.com.au/will-low-alcohol-flying-become-a-trend

  • Residents in Country NSW Hit Hard by Alcohol

    Alcohol is also leading to more motor vehicle accidents in rural NSW, where alcohol is a factor in 85 per cent of crashes.In major cities its just 17 per cent.

  • Alcohol 101- A Lesson in Alcohol History

    Are you a drinker without any idea of how the drinks you consume are being made or how they came to be apart of our everyday lives?

    Here’s an helpful video from National Geographic that explains more about the history of alcohol dating back thousands of years.

  • Low-Alcohol Cocktails to Enjoy Throughout Summer

    If your resolution is to drink more responsibly this year, you may want to opt for more low alcohol cocktails that can be enjoyed throughout Summer and even into Autumn.

    Some of the best low alcohol cocktails include

    • low alcohol beer
    • Rosemary and bitters mimosa
    • Riesling spritz
    • Mojito mocktail
    • Vermouth
    • Aperol Float

    Read more at: https://www.abc.net.au/life/low-alcohol-cocktails-and-drinks-for-summer/10627708

  • Push to Ban $1.50 Alcohol via Afterpay

    The Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) says at risk people are being  lured into purchasing alcohol by the extremely low upfront costs made possible by the growth of “buy now pay later” services.

    FARE and other health groups are calling for government intervention on  the issue and want a ban on the sale of alcohol through services like zipPay and Afterpay. These services allow people to buy alcohol and receive the purchase immediately but only make payment for the purchase over time.

    In a submission to a Senate inquiry into credit and financial services targeting Australians that are battling financially, the health group said these services were becoming increasingly available and making it easier to access alcohol products.

    The risk is even greater to these consumers because it will simultaneously increase their alcohol dependency and credit dependency.

    Source: https://www.smh.com.au/national/increased-harm-the-push-to-ban-sales-of-1-50-alcohol-via-afterpay-20181219-p50nab.html

  • Study Finds Dry January Helps People Stay Sober Even Months Later

    A recent study found that partaking in Dry January helps people stay sober, even months later. Dry January is a health initiative conducted each year in The UK.

    As dry January draws to a close, if you did take part, you may be currently considering the effectiveness of the exercise for you personally.

    The good news is that a study conducted in the UK found that people who attempted to abstain from drinking alcohol in January 2018, as part of the public health campaign in that country, continued to drink less alcohol in the following 8 months.

    Whether you’re abstaining completely or just cutting down as part of your 2019 resolutions, it’s always wise to drink moderately and be responsible.

    Read more at https://www.gizmodo.com.au/2019/01/dry-january-helps-people-lay-off-alcohol-even-months-later-study-finds/

  • Driver involved in Fatal Crash Four Times Over The Limit

    The horrific consequences of drink driving have been highlighted by a tragic fatal crash in Adelaide’s south, where a driver 4 times over the legal limit, struck and killed a pedestrian.

    Police allege the 23 year old male driver struck and killed a 21 year old man walking along Black Road at Flagstaff Hill with his friends.

    The pedestrian died on the scene.

    The driver was arrested by Major Crash investigators and charged with  causing death by dangerous driving and drink driving. He had apparently returned a breath test of 0.191.

    Source: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-12-29/drink-driver-pedestrian-crash-sa-road-toll-lowest-record/10673096

  • Qatar Doubles the Price of Alcohol Overnight

    The hosts of the 2022 World Cup, Qatar has implemented a massive tax on alcohol, doubling the price overnight.

    The country introduced ‘sin tax’ on January 1st and the latest announcement was that a 100 per cent tax would be introduced which resulted in long queues of consumers stocking up on alcohol.

    The Muslim Gulf state announced just weeks ago that it would introduce a levy on health-damaging goods.

    Here are some of the new prices,

    • a 100cl bottle of Bombay Sapphire gin will now cost 340 Qatari riyals ($AU135)
    • a 75cl of Shiraz wine from South Africa now costs 86 riyals ($AU34)
    • a 24-pack of Heineken 330ml beers now costs 384 riyals ($AU152)
    If you’re headed to Qatar for the World Cup you should know that drinking in public is illegal however it is legal to buy  alcohol with a permit and to drink in licenced bars, clubs and hotels.

    See more at https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/food/qatar-introduces-100-per-cent-sin-tax-doubling-price-of-alcohol-overnight/news-story/04a48ce9f97e66db02b00bf1a9cc9a47

  • Truck Driver Warns of Alcohol Risks After Eating a Hot Cross Bun

    If you have a fancy for hot cross buns you may want to take it easy on these treats before driving.

    With Easter approaching, a truck driver is warning motorists to be careful when they eat hot cross buns and drive because of the alcohol content.

    The driver posted a video demonstrating eating a hot cross bun and then taking a breathalyser test, showing that the confection can impact your blood alcohol level.

    She warned truck drivers to be careful, especially if you had a hot cross bun for breakfast.

    In her breathalyser test she tested 0.018 after eating a hot cross bun.

    See more at: https://www.qt.com.au/news/could-eating-hot-cross-bun-and-driving-get-you-arr/3615962/

  • Irish People Try America’s Strongest Alcohol

    The Irish know their alcohol, bringing us such world loved brands as Baileys and Guinness but what would they think of America’s strongest alcohol? In this video Irish people try a drink that’s 95% alcohol, let’s see what’s the verdict.