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In 2019–2020, about 209 million litres of pure alcohol were made available in Australia.

In a bid to reduce long-term drug offending, the NSW government is looking to introduce fines for minor illicit drug offences.

In 2021 the cost of addiction to Australia was estimated to be $80 billion. This is based on a report produced by KPMG and Rethink Addiction

Cocaine is now the third most consumed illicit drug in Australia.

A bill to change NSW drug driving laws was presented to parliament.

Wastewater data tells us that cocaine usage in Australia is on the increase and is now our third most consumed illicit drug.

Queensland government to allow pill testing services for the first time as part of its commitment to reduce risks.

In the 12 months to March 2023, over two-thirds (67.6%) of Australians aged 18 years and over consumed alcohol in an average 4 week period.

National Wastewater Drug Monitoring program report tells us that drug consumption in Australia varies considerably by state.

Narcotic use in Australia continues to grow. Average consumption of methamphetamine, cocaine, MDMA, fentanyl and ketamine has increased.

Australian psychiatrists now have the authority to prescribe MDMA for PTSD and psilocybin for treatment-resistant depression.

The use of medicinal cannabis in Australia continues to rise. Workplaces are now having to manage workers using medicinal cannabis.

Benzodiazepines, a class of prescription medications, have played a significant role in managing anxiety and sleep disorders in Australia.

Methamphetamine remains Australia’s most commonly consumed illicit drug.

Paracetamol overdosing is an issue, particularly among teenagers and young adults. According to the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA),

The National Wastewater Drug Monitoring Program's most recent report, a longitudinal look at the data provides us with some key insights.

Based on data collected, the average consumption of cannabis in regional areas was much higher than in the capital cities.

MDMA (the active ingredient in ecstasy) and psilocybin (the active ingredient in “magic mushrooms”) recognised as medicines by the TGA

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has recently cancelled the registration of 55 pholcodine-containing cough and cold products in...

In 2011 Australia and Canada had the same guidelines on alcohol consumption, both countries limiting alcohol to 10 standard drinks for...