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  • Poll Shows More Australians Want Alcohol Harms Addressed

    According to research from FARE (The Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education),more Australians want action on alcohol harms.

    Many Australians suggested they would support a ban on alcohol ads at sporting events and would also support more restrictions on television advertising.

    There has even been some support for hikes in alcohol tax.

    Many Australians admitted that alcohol advertising is too prolific and want something done about it, according to the report.

    Of those who participated in the survey,78 per cent believed more should be done to prevent alcohol harms.

     

    Read more at http://www.abc.net.au/worldtoday/content/2016/s4464546.htm

  • Rum Cocktail Recipe to Try

    Try this awesome Venceremos Rum Cocktail created by Bacardi Legacy Global winner.

    This drink is easy enough to make at home and awesome enough to win this prestigious competition.

    Let’s watch Jamie Oliver as he makes this refreshing drink.

     

  • Australian Distillers Win Big International Competition

    The San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) just took place for the 16th time and more than 1700 spirits were submitted.

    The competition was held in March and there were multiple Double Gold Medals handed out with West Australian rum doing especially well.

    The Grove Experience and The Hoochery Distillery were awarded the prestigious titles for their Spiced Rum.

    Another big winner was Four Pillars, picking up its second Double Gold Medal in 3 years Four Pillars Rare Dry Gin.

    Find out more at http://www.theshout.com.au/2016/03/23/article/Australian-distillers-win-big-at-San-Francisco/HIPJLUTMQG.html

  • Victoria’s Drink Driving Limit Slashed

    The Andrews government is considering a radical road safety shake-up which could see drivers busted with a single drink in their system.

    Luke Donnellan, Roads Minister recently confirmed that the government is considering reducing the legal blood alcohol limit from 0.05 to 0.02 if it can be proven to reduce road trauma.

    Tough new road safety laws dictate that Victorian drivers that blow over the blood alcohol limit will be forced to install an interlock to their car.

    Source: http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/victorias-drink-driving-limit-could-be-cut-to-002-20160513-goua21.html

  • Alcohol and Drug Related Incidents Account for 99% of Paramedic Calls on Weekend

    In this video a paramedic speaks about the importance of taking care of your mates when you go out drinking.

    It’s nobody else’s job to look after you, so make sure you drink responsibly and in moderation.

    Let’s listen to what this paramedic had to say about the craziness that happens on the weekend.

     

  • Orange Chilli Vodka Cocktail Video

    If you’re bored with the same old cocktails from 5 years ago why not try something spicy and new?

    I found this cool video from Angry Alcohol and tried this awesome Orange Chilli Vodka cocktail recipe.

     

  • Alcohol Abuse Causing Liver Cancer

    According to a recent study, the number of new cases of liver cancer or Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is on the rise in developed countries.

    The study by St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne analysed a number of sources including admissions information from 7 big hospitals and other data with the evidence revealing that the incidence of liver cancer almost doubled.

    This is alarming considering that excessive consumption of alcohol is one of the main causes of the disease. Let’s remember the importance of consuming alcohol moderately and responsibly.
    Read more at http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/healthreport/is-liver-cancer-more-common-than-we-think/7418332

  • Pubs and Bars Aren’t The Only Ones Serving Alcohol

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    Source; http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/

    Recent data from the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation revealed that there are 29 butchers, 68 florists, 45 bed and breakfasts and 150 gift shops that serve alcohol in the state, so it’s not just the pubs and clubs serving alcohol. In fact hair dressers are the most common business to have a iquor license, other than bars, hotels, restaurants and pubs.

    In Victoria, 102 hair salons have a license to serve liquor to their customers while they get their hair styled. ‘

    The commission also allows for minor  business execmption, which allows selected businesses to serve alcohol without a liquor license.

    Experts are warning that the increasing causal link between alcohol and everyday services was concerning because people are increasingly tempted to drink even when getting day to day services done. Read more at http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/day-spas-butchers-hairdressers-and-florists-alcohol-to-their-business-20160129-gmh503.html

  • FARE Releases Annual Alcohol Consumption Poll

    The Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education FARE has released its alcohol poll, as it does every year and the latest results show that 75 per cent of Australians believe the nation has an alcohol abuse problem.

    The poll has also revealed a shift in consumer perceptions for the better with many Australians responding positively to the government’s efforts to address alcohol abuse.

    FARE’s poll also reveals that most Australians believe we need to do more to address alcohol related problems.

    Not everyone agrees with the poll, with The Australian Hotels Association (WA) rejecting the findings and labelling the poll as a “fear mongering attempt to distort public opinion on alcohol consumption”.

    Read more at: http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/beverage/fare-releases-annual-alcohol-consumption-poll-aha

  • Violence Doesn’t Justify Retailer Regulation

    In an article on TheShout.com.au, the president of the Liquor Stores Association New South Wales, David Reberger expresses his belief that the regulation of liquor retailers is unjustified based on the arguent that it would reduce alcohol-related violence.

    Mr Reberger was speaking recently at the LSA NSW Panel where he stated his support for efforts to reduce alcohol-related violence but said there wasn’t any evidence to support the greater liquor retailer regulation.

    He went on to state:

    “LSA NSW does not believe that there is justification for any regulation of liquor retailers based on an argument that it would reduce alcohol-fuelled violence,” 

    “The evidence is simply not there to support it. However the retail liquor industry, like the broader community supports a targeted approach from Police and greater penalties for anyone who goes out and inflicts harm on others. Our industry strongly supported the removal of consumption of alcohol beverages as an excuse for criminal and anti-social behaviour in NSW.”

    Source: http://www.theshout.com.au/2016/05/16/article/Violence-should-not-mean-retailer-regulation/PYHDPBFDJS.html

    He also highlighted the concern that non-alcohol related domestic violence is continuing to rise but alcohol related domestic assault in on the decline, indicating that alcohol is not to blame.

    Mr Reberger went on to state,

    “In addition, arrests for amphetamine-related offences, as well as cocaine and other narcotics are all on the rise. 

    “We commend the actions of NSW Police in rolling out Mobile Drug Testing. This action is a clear acknowledgement of the potential harms and risks associated with the increasing abuse of illicit drugs in our society.”

    Source: http://www.theshout.com.au/2016/05/16/article/Violence-should-not-mean-retailer-regulation/PYHDPBFDJS.html

    Mr Reberger also detailed that of the 200 strikes that have been issued in the 3 strike system, only 12 have  been issued to packaged liquor licence venues.

    He also spoke about the state’s laws requiring liquor stores to close at 10pm, saying it is unnecessary given that customers are mature adults that can make their own responsible decisions.

    “As attested by the remarkably few packaged venues on the ‘three strikes’ list, our industry is favourably viewed for knowing our customers and doing the right thing by the communities we serve. We also think our customers are mature adults who weren’t doing anything wrong by being able to make a purchase after 10pm. And the evidence supports this.

    Source: http://www.theshout.com.au/2016/05/16/article/Violence-should-not-mean-retailer-regulation/PYHDPBFDJS.html

    He explained that evidence provided by BOCSAR proves that the 10pm forced closure measure for packaged liquor sales did not move the trend line at all from the previous decline, so it is unwarranted.

    Reberger and the LSA welcomed the new Liquor & Gaming NSW regulator reforms to develop a new fit-for-purpose regulator to bridge the regulatory gap and eliminate stakeholder confusion between ILGA and OLGA.  It is also hoped to streamline the existing processes and improve service delivery in government.