In this episode of Australia, Explained, we break down Dry July - what it means, why it was started and what it says about alcohol culture in Australia.

Bits and pieces mentioned:

Government statistics on alcohol use in First Nations communities

History of alcohol in First Nations communities

Action on alcohol in First Nations communities

Dry July - does it work?

This week, Tania recommended an IGTV by SBS about Sobah Beverages and the rise of non-alcoholic alcohol products.  Vanessa recommended an episode of ABC’s “You Can’t Ask That” where normal people ask questions to alcoholics. You can watch it by signing up (for free) on ABC iView.

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