Alcohol harms
Policy report
Opportunities to address alcohol policy as part of a holistic approach to preventing violence against women
Heavy alcohol use by men can escalate and worsen their violent behaviour towards women. This policy brief recommends governments explicitly address the link between alcohol and gender-based violence in law, policy and regulation. It sets out practical opportunities for Australian policymakers as well as a range of other community-based strategies.
Report
Online sale, delivery and advertising of alcohol in Australia – behaviour, attitudes and support for change
This report presents survey responses in relation to the online sale, delivery and advertising of alcohol in Australia and support for online advertising policy measures. It finds that online alcohol sales and advertising are exposing Australians to increased harm – especially people most at risk – while current laws fail to keep pace with the...
Journal article
Review of alcohol use among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples: patterns, impacts and community-led responses
This review provides an overview of alcohol use among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples using the latest research. It discusses the historical context and scope of alcohol use, impacts on individuals and whole communities, relevant national policies and strategies, and presents an overview of efforts to address alcohol use and finally, future directions.
Report
Issues paper relating to the health impacts of alcohol and other drugs in Australia
Patterns of drug and alcohol use are changing and this issues paper provides an overview of the health impacts in Australia. It identifies opportunities to revise and enhance Australia's approach to alcohol and drugs, including reviewing the current funding allocation across demand reduction, supply reduction and harm reduction.
Evaluation
Evaluation of the Strong Born Campaign and FASD Communications and Engagement Grant for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in regional and remote communities
This evaluation assesses Strong Born – a communications campaign to raise awareness of the harms of alcohol consumption while pregnant and/or breastfeeding among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in rural and remote communities. The report highlights the campaign's successes and enabling factors.