This week, the team go in depth on the latest research into drinking habits and discuss the idea of crowdfunding through sites like GoFundMe.
Alcohol Beverages Australia
ABS survey explores alcohol consumption
Alcohol Beverages Australia said the survey results show Australia’s drinking culture embracing moderation.
FARE claims alcohol companies profit from heavy drinkers
The Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) has claimed that a new report suggests alcohol companies are reliant on heavy drinkers for sales.
COVID drinking dispute continues
Alcohol Beverages Australia has accused the anti-alcohol lobby group FARE of sensationalising alcohol sales figures in the ongoing dispute over COVID-19 drinking habits.
New executive team at Alcohol Beverages Australia
Alcohol Beverages Australia has elected a new executive committee this week, including representatives from the spirits, wine and beer industries.
Wastewater survey shows no change in COVID-19 drinking
Alcohol Beverages Australia said that despite “alarmist” statements from the anti-alcohol lobby, wastewater analysis has shown that alcohol consumption during COVID-19 remained unchanged.
IARD survey explores effects of hospitality venue closures
The closure of cafés, bars, and restaurants during the COVID-19 pandemic negatively affected adults’ wellbeing, according to an IARD survey.
Influencer and PR pledge by ABA
ABA has signed an international pledge to ensure responsible PR and influencer marketing following the news Asahi, EDG and Coles would be exiting the organisation.
Treatment episodes fall as Australians moderate alcohol intake
Alcohol Beverages criticises Victoria anti-alcohol survey and says latest statistics show Australians cutting down on alcohol consumption.
ABA hails Australia’s ‘new norm’ of moderate drinking
In its submission to the National Preventive Health Strategy which helps determine health policy, Alcohol Beverages Australia has highlighted major cultural changes making moderate drinking the ‘new norm’.