ALAC - Latest News [Page 2]
ALAC Welcomes Crackdown On Liquor Outlets
Tuesday, 17 June 2008, 10:51 am | ALAC
The Alcohol Advisory Council (ALAC) has welcomed the Prime Minister’s call for a crack down on the number of liquor outlets. More >>
No Spirits In Supermarkets Welcomed By Alac
Friday, 30 May 2008, 2:49 pm | ALAC
The Alcohol Advisory Council (ALAC) has a welcomed a ruling by the Liquor Licensing Authority (LLA) refusing to grant an application by a Christchurch supermarket to sell spirits. More >>
Celebrate Sensibly This Christmas
Friday, 14 December 2007, 3:36 pm | ALAC
It’s that time of year again when an abundance of good food, good wine and good company is the norm. Everyone enjoys the extra socialising that comes with Christmas and holidays, and work places and organisations everywhere are holding Christmas ... More >>
Adult Supply To Young People Not Addressed
Wednesday, 17 October 2007, 10:40 am | ALAC
The Alcohol Advisory Council (ALAC) says the just announced Government review into the sale and supply of alcohol to young people does not address the issue of adult supply. More >>
No Alcohol During Pregnancy Says ALAC
Sunday, 9 September 2007, 2:16 pm | ALAC
The Alcohol Advisory Council (ALAC) is warning pregnant women and those planning a pregnancy to avoid all alcohol. More >>
Supply Of Alcohol To Minors Under The Spotlight
Tuesday, 1 May 2007, 5:09 pm | ALAC
The sale and supply of alcohol to minors is expected to be centre stage on the first day of a conference in Christchurch this week. More >>
Help For Youths With Alcohol Dependency
Thursday, 26 April 2007, 9:33 am | ALAC
Two new resources to help community groups working with young people with alcohol and drug problems are being launched in Auckland today. More >>
Sports Club Accreditation Programme Success
Tuesday, 27 March 2007, 10:30 am | ALAC
St Marys Old Girls Netball Club & Tawa Squash Club are to be accredited with achieving Bronze award in the Sport Club Accreditation Programme. More >>
Some Liquor Outlets Slow Learners Says ALAC
Thursday, 15 March 2007, 11:32 am | ALAC
The Alcohol Advisory Council (ALAC) is backing concerns expressed by the Liquor Licensing Authority (LLA) at the high number of liquor outlets caught selling alcohol to minors. More >>
Keep Safe This Christmas
Wednesday, 13 December 2006, 1:54 pm | ALAC
The Alcohol Advisory Council (ALAC) is urging New Zealanders to think consequences as they celebrate over the Christmas and the holiday period. More >>
Alcohol – One Drink Your Baby Doesn’t Need
Thursday, 4 May 2006, 6:12 pm | ALAC
The Alcohol Advisory Council (ALAC) has welcomed new guidelines from the Ministry of Health recommending a zero alcohol intake for pregnant women. More >>
Focus On Safer Communities
Wednesday, 5 April 2006, 10:04 am | ALAC
How to create a vibrant and dynamic town centre and at the same time avoid the alcohol-related disorder and crime that often comes with a dynamic night-time economy is one of the questions to be debated at this week¡¦s Partnerships Conference in Queenstown. More >>
Pacific Spirit Conference 2006
Wednesday, 8 March 2006, 10:22 am | ALAC
A conference with a difference – that’s how the fifth biennial Pacific Spirit Conference being held at the Waipuna Convention Centre from March 22 to 23 is being described by organisers. More >>
Spotlight On Alcohol In The Community
Thursday, 16 February 2006, 12:36 am | ALAC
How to create a vibrant and dynamic town centre and at the same time avoid the alcohol-related disorder and crime that often comes with a dynamic night time economy is one of the questions to be debated at an upcoming conference. More >>
Toolkit To Reduce Alcohol-Related Harm
Tuesday, 20 December 2005, 1:22 pm | ALAC
The Alcohol Advisory Council (ALAC) has produced a toolkit, in consultation with Local Government New Zealand, to assist local authorities in planning for alcohol in their area. More >>
Are You Planning A ‘Merry’ Christmas
Thursday, 8 December 2005, 11:35 am | ALAC
The Alcohol Advisory Council (ALAC) is urging people not to use the Christmas and holiday period as an excuse for their drunken behaviour. More >>
Keep Safe This Christmas Says Alac
Thursday, 8 December 2005, 12:46 am | ALAC
1.Myth: Mixing drinks will make you more drunk - Fact: Whatever! Your blood alcohol concentration, otherwise known as BAC - the percent of alcohol in your blood – defines how drunk you are, not the variety of drinks. In standard drinks, beer, ready to ... More >>
Industry 'Cowboys' Need To Clean Up Their Act
Tuesday, 25 October 2005, 2:36 pm | ALAC
Some members of the alcohol industry, and in particular those responsible for licensed premises, need to clean up their act, says the Alcohol Advisory Council (ALAC). More >>
Culture Change Brings Change To Sports Awards
Friday, 16 September 2005, 1:58 pm | ALAC
The Alcohol Advisory Council of New Zealand (ALAC) today announced that it will conclude its sponsorship of the Say When Halberg Awards after the next awards ceremony in February 2006. More >>
Does Rugby Contribute To Drinking Culture?
Wednesday, 1 June 2005, 1:28 pm | ALAC
The Alcohol Advisory Council (ALAC) has congratulated All Black and Crusaders rugby player Norm Maxwell for speaking out about his challenges relating to alcohol. More >>