Nov 1 2007
It’s high time we talk about pot
Bud, chronic, dak, dope, ganja, grass, maryjane, reefer and skunk. We all know the slang terms for cannabis. Half of us have tried it, and one-in-eight uses it regularly.
Oct 17 2007
Alcohol review over promises, under delivers
The Drug Foundation today described the government’s alcohol policy proposals as feeble, saying they are a soft political response to a serious health issue. The foundation also criticised justice minister Mark Burton for recommending only
Mythbusters: Drinking like the French
The fact that the French encourage their kids to drink wine has led to a rosy utopia of sensible alcohol consumption. We read that on the Internet somewhere.
Guest editorial: Alcohol, poverty and development
Øystein Bakke writes about alcohol as the two-edged sword of the developing world. Its problems are a burden to families and communities struggling with poverty, but the problems only worsen with rising prosperity.
Jun 28 2007
Drug Foundation impressed by revision of drug law
The Drug Foundation is extremely pleased with the Government’s announcement today of a complete review of the Misuse of Drugs Act.
May 10 2007
Reducing drug demand a good investment
The Drug Foundation welcomed the Government’s increased investment in reducing demand for drugs, released today in a pre-budget announcement.
Mythbusters: One addiction at a time?
Who says people undergoing addiction treatment can't give up smoking at the same time? Mythbusters reveal new evidence and research challenging the myths that have kept smoking interventions out of substance abuse programmes for so long.
Mythbusters: P and tinny houses
Stories about P being pushed at tinny houses are now regular media fare. Just how true are such claims? Mythbusters pick away at the fictions.
Dec 19 2006
Drug Foundation supports Minister's drug policy process
The Drug Foundation welcomed drug policy minister Jim Anderton’s announcement today to consult with the wider community before changing the legal status of party pills.