Episode Details

New research reveals a concerning trend in Australias alcohol scene: a significant number of liquor stores are stocking counterfeit, often dangerously adulterated booze. These fakes, sometimes cheaper than legitimate products, can contain harmful substances like methanol and plastic. The National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre warns that consumers may struggle to distinguish between real and fake products. The issue is not limited to bottle shops, with reports of illicit alcohol in pubs and nightclubs. The problem is estimated to be worth hundreds of millions of dollars annually. The tragic deaths of Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles, who passed away after consuming methanol-laced alcohol, highlight the severe consequences of this issue. Authorities are taking action, investigating eighty licensed venues suspected of involvement in producing or importing illegal alcohol. Mark Jones, Biancas father, urges everyone to be vigilant when purchasing alcohol, emphasizing that if a deal seems too good to be true, it probably is.

Support the show:
Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn.

Advertise on DNN:
advertise@thednn.ai

This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.
Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

View sources & latest updates:
https://sources.thednn.ai/8bb1c06e45636894