The primary aim of the project was to measure levels of pre-drinking, drinking in venues, intoxication, illicit drug use and harmful drinking practices (such as mixing with energy drinks) of patrons in entertainment areas, and relating this to offending, risky behaviour and harms experienced.
The project also investigated the effects of license type, trading hours, duration of drinking episodes and geographical location on intoxication, offending, violence and experience of harm.
Completed.
Methods included patron interviews (incorporating breathalysing and random drug testing) and intensive venue observations.
The information gathered through this project will inform prevention and enforcement approaches of both police and venue staff.
Funding
Partners
- The National Drug Law Enforcement Research Fund
Partners +
Collaborators
- Turning Point Alcohol and Drug Centre
Project
Team
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