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Risky drinking remains a serious issue in northern Western Australia, with over half of Pilbara adults consuming more than ten standard drinks weekly—higher than the Kimberley and far above the state average. Stress, isolation, long hours, and financial strain fuel this behavior, turning alcohol into a coping mechanism in remote communities where it’s long been socially embedded, sometimes leading to violence. But hope is emerging: younger workers in the region are adopting healthier attitudes, confidently declining drinks—a promising sign that a safer, more resilient future may be on the horizon.

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