Harm Minimisation

NSW Government Links

NSW Adult Alcohol Action Plan
An outline of the NSW Government's commitment and approach to preventing alcohol related harm. (437 Kb pdf file).

Hunter Centre for Health Advancement: Reducing alcohol-related harm and improving community safety: the Linking Project
This program is aimed at reducing the levels of alcohol-related harm and improving community safety through improved police enforcement of licensed premises. The current trial aims to build the capacity of police and to integrate the enhanced intelligence and enforcement strategies into routine policing practice.

Other Links

Alcohol and Harm Reduction: an innovative approach for countries in transition
Published by the International Coalition on Alcohol and Harm Reduction, this book provides some practical and innovative approaches to those involved in the alcohol field and those affected by the negative consequences of alcohol. It specifically addresses the harm caused by the excessive consumption of alcohol in developing countries. 2003 (617 Kb pdf file).

Australian Alcohol Guidelines: Health Risks and Benefits
Information about enyoying alcohol but also minimising the harmful consequences of alcohol. (875 Kb pdf file)

Australian Alcohol Indicators 1990–2001: Patterns of alcohol use and related harms for Australian states and territories
A report on the consumption patterns and rates of alcohol-related harm in Australia during the last decade

International Guide for Monitoring Alcohol Consumption and Related Harm
A report from the World Health Organisation that provides guidance on improving the global and regional comparability of data on alcohol use. 2000 (100Kb pdf file)

National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC): Factsheet
This factsheet highlights the key points of harm minimisation.

Public Health Services Handbook Service Specification for the Prevention of Alcohol and Other Drug Related Harm
The New Zealand Ministry of Health's ‘Public Health Services Handbook’ explains public health services are funded. Part Three outlines Service Specifications which are the basis of funding agreements with providers. May 2003. (44 Kb pdf file)

A Study of Attitudes and Behaviours of Drinkers at Risk - Research Report
Report of a study was that explores the behaviour, perceptions and attitudes of Australian drinkers who are currently consuming alcohol at hazardous and harmful levels. It identifies potential strategies to achieve harm reduction. September 2002. (160Kb pdf file)

UK Strategy Unit Alcohol Harm Reduction Project: Interim Analytical Report. September 2003
An interim analytical report provides an analysis of the harms associated with alcohol misuse. This report also reviews available data and evidence. It focuses on the harms associated with alcohol misuse including, what they are, who they affect, and the costs they cause to public services and the economy, as well as the role the Government and others can play in tackling these harms.