Tag Archive for Alcohol

La Trobe University Study Australians support restricting alcohol exposure in films for kids

Most Australian adults support the use of policies to restrict the depiction of alcohol in film aimed at children under the age of 15, a new study by La Trobe University researchers shows.Alcohol exposure is common in popular films and research has demonstrated a link between alcohol exposure and use. Currently, only alcohol marketing in…

UNSW Sydney Alcohol Delivery Survey

A survey of Australian adults who use popular alcohol delivery sites found one in five utilised a service to continue a home drinking session Services that deliver alcohol directly to the doorstep in as little as 30 minutes can prolong drinking sessions that would have otherwise ended, according to new research. A team led by…

An Interview About Gin

A big thank you to the Silent Pool Distilling Team for taking the time to answer some questions about Gin. When was Gin first distilled? There are many various stories about the origins and creations of gin. Some people believe that the gin can be traced back to the 11th Century, where it was used…

Alcohol warning for under-18s ahead of Leavers Week

Western Australian Mental Health Minister Andrea Mitchell today reminded parents and students ahead of Leavers Week (November 21 to 24) that no-one should provide alcohol to under 18s. This is the second year that the Liberal National Government’s secondary supply laws will be in force, meaning 18-year-olds that provide alcohol to their friends could be…