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GrogWatch - 17 December 2007

In the 45th, and final, issue for 2007 we reflect on the important issues of the year, as well as discussing the new FebFast fundraiser, and providing a summary of the weekly alcohol-related media items.

GrogWatch - 10 December 2007

In the 44th issue for 2007 we look at an inappropriate article about schoolies drinking, as well as discussing alcohol promotions, and providing a summary of the weekly alcohol-related media items.

GrogWatch - 3 December 2007

In the 43rd issue for 2007 we explore why another Boag's promotion has been judged inappropriate, as well as discussing deregulation of the alcohol industry, and providing a summary of the weekly alcohol-related media items.

GrogWatch - 27 November 2007

In the 42nd issue for 2007 we look at new data on hospital admissions, as well as the Greens' policy to ban alcohol advertising, and a summary of the weekly alcohol-related media items.

GrogWatch - 20 November 2007

In the 41st issue for 2007 we discuss the Alcohol Linking Program, as well as the Greens' policy to ban alcohol advertising, and a summary of the weekly alcohol-related media items.

GrogWatch - 12 November 2007

In the 40th issue for 2007 we discuss the Victorian Premier's new focus on alcohol, as well as the issues surrounding energy drinks mixed with alcohol, and a summary of the weekly alcohol-related media items.

GrogWatch - 5 November 2007

In the 39th issue for 2007 we discuss some irresponsible alcohol service on a flight from Brisbane to Melbourne, as well as licence reforms in Britain, and a summary of the weekly alcohol-related media items.

GrogWatch - 30 October, 2007

In the 38th issue for 2007 we discuss how and why you should make your opinions known on the new NHMRC alcohol guidelines, as well as a Grogwatch subscriber's thoughts on alcohol in service stations, and a summary of the weekly alcohol-related media items.

GrogWatch - 23 October, 2007

In the 37th issue for 2007 we discuss a new initiative, FebFast, as well as Peter McGrath resignation as Australian Rugby Union chairman, and a summary of the weekly alcohol-related media items.

GrogWatch - 15 October, 2007

In the 36th issue for 2007 we discuss the new draft NHMRC guidelines for low-risk drinking, as well as CUB's 'great race' at the Cox Plate this year, and a summary of the weekly alcohol-related media items.

GrogWatch - 8 October, 2007

In the 35th issue for 2007 we discuss a new British report into the long-term effects of binge drinking, as well as some irresponsible alcohol promotion at the Royal Show, and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 1 October, 2007

In the 34th issue for 2007 we discuss the amount of market research the alcohol industry conducts, as well as the myth about low-carb beer, and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 25 September, 2007

In the 33rd issue for 2007 we discuss Family First's Alcohol Toll Reduction Bill, as well as some disturbing youth drinking stories from readers, and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 17 September, 2007

In the 32nd issue for 2007 we discuss new binge-drinking statistics, as well CAAN's aims for restrictions on RTDs, and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 3 September, 2007

In the 30th issue for 2007 we discuss the alcohol industry's defence of RTDs, as well a new initiative in Townsville and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 10 September, 2007

In the 31st issue for 2007 we discuss the ABC's "Difference of Opinion" program of last week, as well the minor parties' alcohol policies, in the lead-up to the federal election, and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 27 August, 2007

In the 29th issue for 2007 we discuss the alcohol industry's defence of RTDs, as well a new initiative in Townsville and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 21 August, 2007

In the 28th issue for 2007 we discuss the trend of super strength RTDs, as well problem drinking in Britain and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 14 August, 2007

In the 27th issue for 2007 we discuss the large amount of media attention alcohol issues have been receiving, as well reporting on some interesting stories CAAN has received from subscribers and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 6 August, 2007

In the 26th issue for 2007 we discuss the shocking admission by an industry insider that alcohol companies target young binge drinkers, as well describing the changes we've made to our website and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 30 July, 2007

In the 25th issue for 2007 we discuss the AFL's new focus on alcohol, as well the issue of alcohol advertising on the internet and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 24 July, 2007

In the 24th issue for 2007 we discuss the establishment of ABAC's website, as well the issue of supply of alcohol in supermarkets and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 16 July, 2007

In the 23rd issue for 2007 we discuss why Victoria should follow NSW's lead on the issue of secondary supply, as well the DSICA's argument against the labeling of alcoholic drinks and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 09 July, 2007

In the 22nd issue for 2007 we discuss the proposed extension of the ABAC, as well as a petition for changes to the labeling of alcoholic drinks and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 03 July, 2007

In the 21st issue for 2007 we discuss how illicit drug use is a complex issue, as well as Simon Canning describing the fierce battle among beer brands and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 25 June, 2007

In the 20th issue for 2007 we discuss if banning alcohol the answer, as well as the Ripple effect in Loddon-Mallee region and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 18 June, 2007

In the 19th issue for 2007 we discuss the NZ review of alcohol advertising, as well as the NZ community group’s response to the review and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 12 June, 2007

In the 18th issue for 2007 we discuss how it's time for government agencies to regulate alcohol advertising, MCDS monitoring of alcohol advertising and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 05 June, 2007

In the 17th issue for 2007 we report on how the two agencies that are charged with regulating alcohol advertising in Australia fail to communicate with the public, and even actively mislead the public and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 28 May, 2007

In the 16th issue for 2007 we report on how the complaints against Toohey's "Just help yourself" advertisement were dismissed by the ABAC Complaints Panel, how its time for a new advertising system and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 21 May, 2007

In the 15th issue for 2007 we report on the hysterical attack on CAAN, more statistics ignored by James Campbell and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 14 May, 2007

In the 14th issue for 2007 we report on France’s model advertising code, can Australia handle 24 hour alcohol? Showing on SBS INSIGHT Tuesday 15 May and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 8 May, 2007

In the 13th issue for 2007 we report on the ticking time bomb that is Australia's drinking culture, WACAN acting on behalf of a rugby fan and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 30 April, 2007

In the 12th issue for 2007 we report on a parent’s plea on underage drinking, the response from the Advertising Standards Bureau and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 23 April, 2007

In the 11th issue for 2007 we discuss the trouble with advertising complaints, Rugby's sponsorship by Bundy Rum and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 16 April, 2007

In the 10th issue for 2007 we discuss the potential for alcohol manufacturers and promoters to be held accountable for alcohol related harms, how the Easter function at the Eve Bar was litigation waiting to happen and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 10 April, 2007

In the ninth issue for 2007 we discuss the nation-wide drive for action on Australia's drinking problems, the review of packaged liquor and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 3 April, 2007

In the eighth issue for 2007 we discuss the national media coverage on the legislation prohibiting adults to supply alcohol to other people's underage children, how it’s so easy to forget alcohol and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 26 March, 2007

In the seventh issue for 2007 we discuss how Geelong MP Ian Tresize, wants the Victorian Government to outlaw the practice of venues giving patrons free alcohol, discuss Jim Beams sponsorship of the Footy Show and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 19 March, 2007

In the sixth issue for 2007 we congratulate Colac for taking underage bingeing seriously, discuss how it is time for government to support parents and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 14 March, 2007

In the fifth issue for 2007 we discuss the inquiry into packaged liquor sales , the challenges facing organisations in tackling alcohol issues and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 05 March, 2007

In the fourth issue for 2007 we discuss how alcohol advocates "must do better", Christopher Pyne's disturbing view on the alcohol problem, and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 22 February, 2007

In a special edition GrogWatch for 2007 we put the last call out for the Thinking Drinking II: From Problems to Solutions conference in Melbourne next week, 26–28 February 2007

GrogWatch - 19 February, 2007

In the third issue for 2007 we report on the launch of the AERF “fresh party”, a not so fresh party idea, and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 12 February, 2007

In the second issue for 2007 we report on Geoff Munro's opinion on a forthcoming alcohol promotion, the upcoming Thinking Drinking II conference, and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.

GrogWatch - 5 February, 2007

In the first issue for 2007 we discuss how ANCD wants an end to the daytime television advertising of alcohol , the review of the NHMRC alcohol guidelines , and a summary of the weekly alcohol related media items.


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