The stereotype of an alcoholic is probably that of an older Australian. But alcohol counsellors working with young alcoholics say that stereotype couldn't be further from the truth.

Alcohol Concern's survey of 2,300 young adults finds many urging more regulation to protect those under drinking age

My mother passed away in April. She was my best friend, and she was also an active alcoholic. I went to my first ACA meeting last night. I had never been to a 12 step program.

Asda has been criticised for selling bottles of Budweiser for less than 50p each despite a pledge to sell alcohol responsibly.

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The Health Minister Edwin Poots has said the Executive is determined to introduce new legislation to raise the minimum price per unit of alcohol.

VICTORIAN kids are getting drunk on alcohol sachets ordered from overseas websites for as little as 25c a shot.