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Our blog aims to generate meaningful commentary about alcohol policy, and to provide a platform for all members of the Australian community to share their views and concerns.

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A man's hand is resting on the shoulder of another man, who is wearing a green shirt. — Health

Alcohol now leading risk factor for disease and injury in young men, new data reveals

Date December 13, 2024

New data released this week paints a concerning picture of the impact the alcohol industry is having on our communities.

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Health

Your guide to cutting back on alcohol this holiday season

Date December 5, 2024

Simple steps everyone can take to create an environment that doesn’t center around alcohol.

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disabilities-fare-photo — Community stories

International Day of People with Disability: How workplaces can build an inclusive environment for everyone

Date December 3, 2024

People with disabilities have so much to offer, but too often they are sidelined or excluded at work. We have the power to change that.

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A woman watches TV with her young son. — Policy

When we let industries set their own rules, communities always lose

Date November 27, 2024

The commercial television industry’s proposal to extend the times alcohol can be advertised would be a significant step backwards in protecting children from alcohol harm.

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Community stories

Why Oliver is fed up with “intrusive” alcohol advertising

Date November 20, 2024

I find alcohol advertising very intrusive. It’s everywhere, and not just billboards, it follows me into my home.

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Policy

“Violence is gendered. Alcohol is too”: Michael Salter on preventing gendered violence in Australia

Date November 15, 2024

As Australia has built our policies around the prevention of family, domestic and sexual violence, the role of alcohol has been denied.

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nicole-hewlett-alcohol-violence — Policy

“We need a healing informed approach”: Nicole Hewlett on how communities can lead change to address alcohol and violence

Date November 7, 2024

Proud Palawa woman Nicole Hewlett explains how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples play a fundamental role in addressing alcohol and violence within their communities.

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Policy

Do you want children seeing even more alcohol advertising on TV? Then don’t miss this consultation

Date November 6, 2024

The industry body representing commercial television stations is seeking to extend the times that alcoholic products can be advertised by about 800 hours each year.

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Community stories

‘You’re not alone’: How a decision to cut out alcohol supported Jo’s mental health

Date October 28, 2024

FARE team member Jo shares how cutting out alcohol, alongside other changes in her life, made a palpable difference to her mental health.

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Policy

“When he drank, I got scared…”: Unpacking victim survivors’ experiences of violence

Date October 22, 2024

Dr Ingrid Wilson explores her research that has aimed to elevate the voices of women whose experience of alcohol-related violence are rarely heard - and often overlooked.

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Policy

Our kids aren’t legally allowed to drink. Why are they being targeted with alcohol ads?

Date October 16, 2024

Children and young people should be able to experience the benefits that come with engaging in the online world, without being commercially cyberstalked with aggressive and potentially dangerous marketing.

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Policy

Tuned marketing, alcohol and privacy laws: where Australia falls short

Date October 16, 2024

Privacy reform is urgently needed, with few checks and balances for data-driven marketing practices. This is most evident when you look at what is happening with kids data online.

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