Report

Public opinion on alcohol in Australia: knowledge, attitudes, and support for change

Publisher
Public health Alcohol Alcohol harms Australia
Description

Every Australian deserves to live in a community that is safe and free from harm. Sadly, this is not the case for many Australians who experience harm from alcohol.

This report highlights that Australians are concerned about alcoholic products and the impact they are having on our community. Alcohol harms are at a crisis point and Australians support change.

Key findings:

  • 8 in 10 Australians are concerned about alcohol - related harm in Australian communities.
  • Around half of Australians are unsure of the number of standard drinks healthy men and women should not exceed in a day or week according to the current government guidelines.
  • 30 per cent of Australians are concerned about the alcohol use of someone they know, such as a family member, friend, or colleague.
  • 65 per cent of Australians are concerned about the influence the alcohol industry and its lobbyists have over governments in Australia.
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