Lifelong friends Braden Christoffersen and James McErvale recently became internet sensations after a humorous incident at the Buninyong Hotel in Ballarat. The pair had just wrapped up a round of …
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Father of Australian Teen Poisoned in Laos Pledges to Challenge Backpacker Hostel Amid Reports of Reopening Under a Different Name
by adminIn a tragic incident in Vang Vieng, Laos, two Melbourne teenagers, 19-year-olds Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles, lost their lives, alongside four other tourists, due to suspected methanol poisoning from …
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Australians are cutting back on spending – except when it comes to enjoying a drink.
by adminAustralian households may be tightening their budgets amid economic uncertainties, but they have recently shown a notable increase in alcohol spending. According to the latest data from the Australian Bureau …
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New South Wales (NSW) will impose strict retail trading restrictions for the first time on Anzac Day this year, requiring most bottle shops to close all day. This significant legislative …
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During the Easter holidays, many Australians enjoy a drink, but liquor trading laws impose specific restrictions on sales over the long weekend. Good Friday and Easter are notable for their …
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Coles to Phase Out Vintage Cellars and First Choice Liquor Mart Brands in Alcohol Division Rebranding Effort
by adminColes has announced the retirement of its Vintage Cellars and First Choice Liquor Mart brands, opting to consolidate its liquor stores under the Liquorland banner. This strategic move follows the …
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‘Not Just About ‘Cracking a Cold One’: Full-Strength Beer to be Available at Western Sydney and Newcastle Sporting Events in New Trial’
by adminStarting this weekend, a six-month trial will permit the sale of full-strength beer at three stadiums: Accor Stadium, CommBank Stadium in Western Sydney, and McDonald Jones Stadium in Newcastle. Previously, …
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In anticipation of the forthcoming Federal Election, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a proposal to freeze taxation on draught beer served in pubs. If Labour is re-elected, the biannual …
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Hundreds of Thousands of Australian Tourists Face the Threat of Fatal Methanol Poisoning: Jeff’s Mission to Protect Them
by adminRecent methanol poisonings in Laos have highlighted the risks posed by the illegal alcohol trade in Southeast Asia, especially for Australian tourists. The tragic deaths of Melbourne teens Bianca Jones …
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Ozempic Demonstrates Reduced Alcohol Consumption in Initial Trial for Alcohol Use Disorder
by adminResearch has recently confirmed that Ozempic, a diabetes medication, may also reduce alcohol consumption. In a small clinical trial involving 48 participants with moderate alcohol-use disorder, individuals administered low doses …
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