The Northern Territory government has announced temporary dry zones across 96 Aboriginal communities in Central Australia until legislation is passed. Senator Malarndirri McCarthy joins Today and welcomes the ‘significant decision’ of the alcohol ban, but urges long-term conversations about the health effects of alcoholism and working with families and children. Minister for Government Services Bill Shorten and 3AW’s Neil Mitchell joins in to discuss, saying that he is hopeful the Albanese government is focused on addressing the growing crime rate with a $250-million support package despite chances of “intervening earlier.”
The Northern Territory government has recently announced the reintroduction of dry zones across 96 Aboriginal communities in Central Australia. This is a significant decision that will be in place until legislation is passed.
Senator Malarndirri McCarthy has welcomed this decision, but has also urged for long-term conversations to take place about the health effects of alcoholism and how best to work with families and children. She believes that these conversations are essential in order to ensure the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal people in Central Australia.
The dry zones are part of a larger effort by the Northern Territory government to reduce alcohol-related harm in Indigenous communities. The government is also introducing new restrictions on alcohol sales, as well as providing additional funding for alcohol and drug services.
These measures are an important step towards creating a safer and healthier environment for Aboriginal people in Central Australia. It is hoped that these initiatives will help to reduce the harms associated with alcohol abuse, while also providing support for those affected by it.
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