Can Aussies be trusted to drink responsibly in public?

Australia Overnight with Clinton Maynard

In many Australian states, public alcohol consumption is illegal in places like streets, parks, and beaches due to potential law-and-order issues.

However, the NSW Premier is considering allowing drinking in entertainment areas and public spaces, aiming to transform Sydney into a European-style city where responsible public drinking is common.

Gina Field, a security expert and founder of Nepean Regional Security with 30 years of experience, tells Mike Jeffreys that, given Australia’s unique drinking culture, this approach is unlikely to succeed without a major shift in attitudes toward alcohol.

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