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The simple change that could save lives and reduce the toll of family violence

Alcohol doesn’t cause violence, but it does exacerbate it. When the accessibility of alcohol increases, so does violence.

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a woman with blonde hair wearing a cream jumper stands with arms crossed. — Community stories

‘Every Moment Matters’ when it comes to alcohol and pregnancy. Here’s why healthcare professionals need to be informed

Angelene Bruce, the biological mother of a thriving child with FASD, is using her lived experience to help others achieve alcohol-free pregnancies.

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Calling for action on a hidden crisis: deaths from alcohol toxicity

In the six months before her death in 2023, Victorian woman Kathleen Arnold had 319 alcohol products delivered to her home.

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New FARE CEO appointed

On behalf of the FARE Board, I am pleased to announce that we have appointed Ayla Chorley to the role of Chief Executive Officer.

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Cutting out alcohol changed everything for Caroline

As Caroline reached her 30s and became a mum, she knew something needed to change.

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A group of people running in the dark. A man at the front, Matt Dingjan is wearing a shirt that says 'Doing it for Debbie' — Community stories

Matt races towards health, happiness and richer connections

Tasmanian Matt Dingjan undertook an incredible feat this year - running for 24 hours straight in memory of his mother Debbie.

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Victorian Coroner seeks answers to help prevent alcohol dependence deaths

Content warning: This story contains references to death, alcohol use and other sensitive issues.

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“Rewriting the narrative”: Belinda’s journey to being alcohol free

Like many women in midlife, I had a complicated relationship with alcohol. It wasn’t a dramatic rock-bottom moment, but a slow realisation.

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“I need to be that voice now for him and others”: Statement to the Inquiry into health impacts of alcohol and other drugs

While growing up, there was no way of knowing that Dylan's life would be cut so short.

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A girl is talking to her mother on a bed. The girl is wearing a yellow jumper and pigtails. The mother is holding a television remote and has long, black hair. — Policy

There’s a proposal to extend alcohol ads on TV – how did it come about and where is it at?

The level of alcohol advertising on TV has sparked concern in the community - so what's happened with a proposal to extend these ads further?

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How Simon went from alcohol marketer to alcohol free

When Simon began to consider alcohol's role in his life, he took steps to cut it out for a few weeks, then months, at a time.

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Four young people from Tasmania. — Community stories

6 Tasmanians share their stories about alcohol and mental health

Drinking alcohol can worsen sleep, mood, stress and energy levels. Yet a recent survey of Tasmanians found that 1 in 3 don’t know there’s a link between alcohol and mental health.

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