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

DASA
Nov 1, 20232 min read


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

DASA
Oct 25, 20232 min read


The cost of addiction in Australia
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

DASA
Sep 26, 20232 min read


Cocaine in Australia - What Wastewater Tells Us
Cocaine is now the third most consumed illicit drug in Australia.

DASA
Aug 30, 20232 min read


Medicinal cannabis and roadside drug testing in NSW
A bill to change NSW drug driving laws was presented to parliament.

DASA
Aug 28, 20232 min read


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

DASA
Aug 25, 20232 min read


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

DASA
Aug 22, 20232 min read


Aussies drinking more post-pandemic.
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.

DASA
Aug 9, 20232 min read


What drugs are consumed where?
National Wastewater Drug Monitoring program report tells us that drug consumption in Australia varies considerably by state.

DASA
Jul 26, 20231 min read


Wastewater – A window into drug consumption in Australia
Narcotic use in Australia continues to grow. Average consumption of methamphetamine, cocaine, MDMA, fentanyl and ketamine has increased.

DASA
Jul 18, 20232 min read


Psychedelic Prescriptions in Australia: Implications for Workplaces
Australian psychiatrists now have the authority to prescribe MDMA for PTSD and psilocybin for treatment-resistant depression.

DASA
Jul 5, 20232 min read


Medicinal Cannabis and WA’s Mining Industry
The use of medicinal cannabis in Australia continues to rise. Workplaces are now having to manage workers using medicinal cannabis.

DASA
Jun 7, 20232 min read


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

DASA
Jun 2, 20232 min read


Methamphetamine is our #1 illicit drug – by a long shot!
Methamphetamine remains Australia’s most commonly consumed illicit drug.

DASA
May 31, 20232 min read


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

DASA
May 25, 20232 min read


Illicit drug consumption in Australia – Insights from Wastewater
The National Wastewater Drug Monitoring Program's most recent report, a longitudinal look at the data provides us with some key insights.

DASA
May 10, 20232 min read


What does the most recent wastewater data tell us about cannabis?
Based on data collected, the average consumption of cannabis in regional areas was much higher than in the capital cities.

DASA
Apr 28, 20232 min read


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

DASA
Mar 22, 20232 min read


Cough & cold products containing Pholcodine recalled due to safety concerns.
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has recently cancelled the registration of 55 pholcodine-containing cough and cold products in...

DASA
Mar 8, 20232 min read


Canada revises their alcohol consumption guidelines. Will Australia follow suit?
In 2011 Australia and Canada had the same guidelines on alcohol consumption, both countries limiting alcohol to 10 standard drinks for...

DASA
Feb 6, 20232 min read
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