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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE)

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We're a not-for-profit organisation working with communities towards an Australia free from alcohol harms.

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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
A Federal Government inquiry has called for action on alcohol marketing and rapid home delivery to reduce alcohol harm. After hearing extensive evidence, the report sets out a clear path forward. Now it's up to governments to act. Read our full media statement at bit.ly/4j3pJGP
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Every pair of red shoes worn today can open the door to important conversations about FASD! 👠 Today is International FASD Awareness Day and we encourage everyone to wear red shoes or clothes to help make Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) more visible. redshoesrock.org.au #RedShoesRock #FASD
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
The new chapter of Every Moment Matters is built on research, collaboration and community voices. In our latest blog, FARE Health Programs Director Kristie Cocotis shares the work behind the campaign and why support is key to alcohol-free pregnancies Read more: bit.ly/3SHiRnP
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
South Australia is about to be a nation leader. Premier Peter Malinauskas has confirmed his government will take updates to alcohol delivery to Parliament today. This is life-saving reform and a positive step forward to reduce harm to women and children.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
"This says quite clearly that the government is not committed to ensuring that people in the home are safe." South Australian survivor-advocate Stacey Nelan spoke to ABC Radio Adelaide earlier this week after hearing the Malinauskas Government will rewrite its long-overdue reforms to alcohol laws.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Australia's national crisis of gender-based violence requires urgency from all of our leaders. But what we've seen in South Australia is a government stalling on common-sense reforms to alcohol delivery laws for 18 months and counting. Read more: bit.ly/4wbgZSI
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
The South Australian Government has back-pedalled on a promise to "immediately" act on curbing alcohol-related domestic, family and sexual violence. For more than 18 months, it's stalled on common-sense, evidence-based and community-backed reforms to address unregulated alcohol delivery.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Pull up a stool, folks! As Bowel Cancer Awareness Month comes to an end, we wanted to point out that alcohol is linked to an increased risk of developing Australia's second deadliest cancer. It's 1 of 7 cancers with known links to alcohol. Cutting back can help reduce your risk.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
"Sport should unite us, and only divide us along the lines of who we support." Tarang Chawla says that the Federal Government should recognise how alcohol and gambling accelerate violence against women and children, and phase out these ads around the AFL, NRL and other major sports events.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Matt is giving back to his community in ways he never once imagined, one stride at a time, after swapping alcohol for running. It's a decision he credits with transforming his sleep, mental clarity and purpose. Learn more at benicetobrain.org.au #BeNiceToBrain #MensHealthWeek
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
This week, Australia is again having a national conversation about the crisis of violence towards women and children. In @womensagenda.bsky.social., Katherine Berney calls on our leaders to go beyond speaking solemnly about the heartbreak of violence, by acting on systems that fuel this harm.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
In a new article for Women's Agenda, FARE Prevention of Gendered Violence Director Katherine Berney shares how the recent @cnn.com investigation into harmful online communities highlights the need for systemic change to address gender-based violence before it starts. bit.ly/48taj8T
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Just like you, we think sports should support our kids to grow up healthy and active. So why is there a loophole in our free-to-air TV rules that allows alcohol companies to run their ads during ANY sports program? fare.org.au/have-your-say-to-reduce…
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Mitch Brown knows how sport plays a vital role in shaping young men's behaviours because, like his peers, he was a role model for boys who watched him play footy. That's why Mitch wants alcohol ads, what he calls the AFL's "cultural wallpaper", booted from the game. giveusanadbreak.org.au
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
FARE congratulates the Malinauskas Government on its success over the weekend. But now is the time for us to work together to progress these vital reforms as soon as parliament resumes. #sapol #auspol fare.org.au/south-austra...
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Re-elected Malinauskas Government has opportunity for nation leading reform to prevent harm to women and children
The returned South Australian Labor Government has an opportunity to be among the first jurisdictions in the country to enact life-saving alcohol delivery laws.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
These reforms listen to the evidence. They reflect the lived and living experiences of victim survivors. And they are common-sense changes that South Australians wants to see.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Our message to the re-elected Malinauskas Government is undeniably clear. Your proposed life-saving alcohol reforms have been on the table for more than a year. You made a promise to fast-track these reforms if you were returned.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Every child should be free to grow up without being flooded with imagery and messages about products we know cause harm. Whether they are waiting for the bus, watching sport or browsing online, children are constantly exposed to gambling, alcohol and unhealthy food ads. #GiveUsAnAdBreak #auspol
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
With ‘Give us an ad break’ now out in the world, we’re excited to see many more Australians sign on to the shared statement from leading organisations backing this important reform. You can add your voice here: giveusanadbreak.org.au #giveusanadbreak #auspol
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Give us an ad break | Less harmful ads. Everyone benefits.
Imagine an Australia with less gambling, alcohol and unhealthy food ads. It's time to give us an ad break. Put people before profit.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
With 4 in 5 Australians concerned about these ads, and wanting to see less of them, creating healthier environments isn’t just a common-sense step. It’s also overwhelmingly popular. #giveusanadbreak #auspol
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
We’re calling for the Federal Government to introduce better safeguards against the advertising of gambling, alcohol and unhealthy foods. Australia became a world leader when we phased out tobacco ads – it’s time to lead the way again. #giveusanadbreak #auspol
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Gambling, alcohol and unhealthy food ads follow us everywhere we go: across social media, sport, TV and streaming, and on the street. That’s what we want to change through ‘Give us an ad break’, which we launched alongside the Alliance for Gambling reform and the Food for Health Alliance last week.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
'Give us an ad break’ asks the Federal Government to step up and shield our community from this onslaught of marketing from harmful industries – so our community’s health comes first. Are you onboard with less ads for gambling, alcohol and unhealthy food? Show your support: giveusanadbreak.org.au
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Give us an ad break | Less harmful ads. Everyone benefits.
Imagine an Australia with less gambling, alcohol and unhealthy food ads. It's time to give us an ad break. Put people before profit.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Right now, gambling, alcohol and unhealthy food ads feel like they are everywhere because these companies are largely left to make their own rules on where, when and how they advertise. They prioritise profits, which means our community's wellbeing comes second. But it doesn’t have to be this way!
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Yesterday, we’re launching ‘give us an ad break’. Can you imagine an Australia where your feeds are free of alcohol ads. Where sport is about the game, not the odds. Where your children can catch the bus without seeing a barrage of fast-food brands. giveusanadbreak.org.au
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Give us an ad break | Less harmful ads. Everyone benefits.
Imagine an Australia with less gambling, alcohol and unhealthy food ads. It's time to give us an ad break. Put people before profit.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
As we prepare to dive in to 2026, we’re looking back at the change we – and our community – fostered. If you would like to be a part of our story next year, visit fare.org.au/get-involved/
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
Throughout 2025, advocates, researchers, fundraisers and other community members have raised their voices, told their lived experiences, and shared valuable knowledge to support this key goal.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
Every day, we’re getting closer to our vision of an Australia free from alcohol harms.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
If you or someone you know requires support, you can contact these 24-hour hotlines: - The National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline (1800 250 015) - Counselling Online, run by Turning Point (counsellingonline.org.au) - Lifeline (13 11 14)
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
At any time of day, on any day of the year, help is always here – and the festive season is no exception.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Our call is to keep VicHealth independent and well-funded, for the health of our whole community. Read FARE's media release: fare.org.au/vichealth-in...
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FARE calls for VicHealth to be preserved as an independent body
FARE is supporting other public health organisations in advocating for VicHealth's independence to be retained, after the Victorian Government announced plans for its future.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
VicHealth has consistently stood against the harms caused by alcohol and been a vocal champion for the health of our communities. Now more than ever we need strong health advocates who will support the research that matters, and amplify sound health information.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Its independence is critical to its impact – existing beyond four-year political terms, it has the ability to build enduring community partnerships, inform long-term strategy, and deliver programs that help more Victorians lead longer, healthier lives.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
FARE stands with the organisations, community and health leaders calling for VicHealth to retain its independent role. A world-leading health promotion agency, it has been at the forefront of campaigns and programs that have improved the health of people across the state and saved countless lives.
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Aimee Brownbill @aimeebrownbill.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
Out now – In our new report, we detail how data-driven marketing can be particularly harmful when applied to harmful and addictive products. Common sense measures can be implemented to minismise these risks in Australia. Read more here: fare.org.au/data-driven-...
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Tracked, profiled and targeted: New report reveals companies harvest intimate personal data on “industrial scale” to target marketing for harmful and addictive products
Companies are using sophisticated data-driven marketing methods to track, profile and target Australians with harmful advertising at times of heightened susceptibility.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
We need a strong regulatory response to address the harms associated with the data-driven marketing of harmful and addictive products. This report outlines some steps to get there. Watch our short introductory explainer and head to our website to read the full report. fare.org.au/data-driven-...
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Data-driven marketing of harmful and addictive products
Currently, when people are online, they are extensively tracked, profiled and targeted with data-driven advertising of harmful and addictive products.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
This type of marketing can be particularly harmful when it comes to addictive products like alcohol. When people experiencing alcohol dependence or gambling addiction want to seek support, it can undermine their efforts to get well. fare.org.au/data-driven-...
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Tracked, profiled and targeted: New report reveals companies harvest intimate personal data on “industrial scale” to target marketing for harmful and addictive products
Companies are using sophisticated data-driven marketing methods to track, profile and target Australians with harmful advertising at times of heightened susceptibility.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Today, we’ve launched a new report alongside VicHealth that explores how companies harvest and draw on millions of pieces of personal data to track, profile and target people with hyper-personalised online ads. fare.org.au/data-driven-... #DataDrivenMarketing #auspol #onlineprivacy
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Measures including a two-hour safety pause, a 10am-10pm delivery window and making community health and safety the top priority of alcohol laws will make a tangible difference in Victoria. These were encouraging conversations, and we're excited at the opportunity to progress these talks further.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Earlier this month, FARE met with Vic Gov MPs to discuss the impact of rapid home delivery of alcohol. FARE Lived Experience Advisor Kym Valentine and Policy & Research Director Matt Georgeson explained how common-sense, evidence-based measures can help reduce rates of family & domestic violence.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Want to learn more? Stay tuned to FARE's social media channels for the official launch! Facebook: www.facebook.com/FAREAustralia Instagram: www.instagram.com/fare.austral... LinkedIn: au.linkedin.com/company/fare...
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Thinking of cutting back or cutting out alcohol? Next time you're offered an alcoholic drink, try saying "I'm good!" Because your decision doesn't need a big explanation. Next week, we're launching a brand-new digital campaign that explores the positives - big and small - of making a change.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
There were 1,765 Australians who died because of alcohol in 2024, each of them someone's child, parent, partner or friend. Read our full media release: fare.org.au/abs-alcohol-...
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
We're calling on federal, state and territory governments to spring into action after new Australian Bureau of Statistics data showed that alcohol-induced deaths in Australia are increasing. fare.org.au/abs-alcohol-...
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
When alcohol becomes more available and accessible in the community through the spread of rapid home delivery and targeted online marketing, harms increase. fare.org.au/abs-alcohol-... #auspol #alcoholharms
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
Kym said these changes would make a real difference to many people experiencing family and domestic violence. "There are lots of different contributing factors that fan the flames of family violence. Alcohol is one of the most prevalent fans we have an opportunity right now to turn down," she said.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
"These are vital common-sense reforms that will affect a lot of people experiencing domestic & family violence." Kym Valentine to ABC News about why SA Premier Peter Malinauskas must stick to his word and expedite changes to alcohol delivery laws before the election. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11...
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'Be brave': DV prevention advocate urges action on delayed alcohol laws
Advocates are concerned changes to alcohol delivery laws, which were a recommendation of South Australia's Royal Commission into Family, Sexual and Domestic Violence, are taking too long.
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
This report contains a powerful call to action for leaders across the country to do more to empower young boys and men to reject traditional masculine norms, to help reduce domestic and family violence, mental ill-health and other harms. Read the full study here: jss.org.au/programs/the...
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The Adolescent Man Box - Jesuit Social Services
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Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE) @fareaustralia.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
FARE was proud to attend the launch of the Adolescent Man Box study, by Executive Director of The Men's Project at Jesuit Social Services, Matt Tyler, and international expert in domestic and family violence, Professor Kate Fitz-Gibbon, at the National Press Club of Australia.
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