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Is it illegal to ride a bike drunk in Australia?
Explore the legality of riding a bicycle after having a few drinks and the penalties that are associated with the action under different Australian laws.
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Best car breathalysers and alcohol interlocks
Having a breathalyser in your car is a handy tool to deter the practice of drink driving to ensure safety on the road at all times.
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How long does it take for your BAC to reach zero?
Driving after drinking any amount of alcohol is dangerous. If caught driving with a BAC of 0.05%, one could face hefty fines. We discuss how long it takes for your...
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What is a standard drink?
One serving of alcohol does not equal one standard drink. To drink responsibly, learn what a standard drink means in Australia and find out how many standard drinks you've consumed.
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Why do hangovers get worse as we age?
As we age, hangovers hit harder. Learn why alcohol affects us more as we get older and discover tips to reduce hangover severity in this blog post.
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7 underage drinking facts to share with your teenager
Learn the effects of underage drinking on the teen mind and the role parents play in prevention.
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787 NSW drivers caught drink/drug driving on Australia Day
The long Australia Day weekend saw over 300 major crashes resulting in 110 injuries and 4 fatalities, according to NSW police.
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Best personal breathalysers for alcohol testing in 2024
Explore Andatech’s most highly rated personal breathalysers to help you decide which breathalyser suits your alcohol breath testing needs.
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Victoria recorded 296 lives lost on roads in 2023
Last year, Victoria recorded nearly 300 deaths on the road, making it the most lethal year in 15 years.
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Australia’s Sobering Alcohol Safety Trends in 2023
2023 saw alarming drink driving cases in Australia, with police detecting alcohol every 73 breathalyser tests on a Melbourne freeway, alcohol-induced deaths on the rise and 1 in 10 NSW...
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Victoria decriminalises public drunkenness: Effects on safety
Andatech explores the effects of the decriminalisation of public drunkenness in the state of Victoria.
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Exploring the rise in alcohol-induced deaths in Australia
The 2023 report by the Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education found an alarming upward trend in alcohol-induced deaths in Australia. Here, we explore the numbers and what it could...
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Can $1B boost in road safety curb alcohol-related crashes?
In light of the increased funding announced by the Australian government, we look at the effects this could potentially have on road safety and alcohol road safety.
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Breathalysers to help solve NSW's drink driving dilemma
A recent report showed that more than 1 in 10 drivers in New South Wales admitted to drink driving. We uncover the impact it could have on Australian Road Safety...
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Australians choose wine over beer: Road safety implications
Recent trends in Australian drinking patterns reveal an 80-year low in beer drinking, as Australians now prefer wine and spirits. What could this mean for road safety?
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How long does alcohol stay in your body?
After consuming alcohol, you are still likely to record a BAC reading even in the morning after drinking. By keeping a breathalyser handy, you’ll be able to accurately estimate your...
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Underage drinking: What parents should know
Earlier this year, health groups called the attention of Victoria State Government on a loophole found in the state laws. According to Victoria’s current legislation, children under the age of...
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What happens when you drink alcohol on an empty stomach
Drinking alcohol can have instant effects on one's behaviour but consuming it on an empty stomach can have far more detrimental effects, especially if done on a regular basis.
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How to deal with a colleague drinking alcohol at work?
Drinking at the workplace can be a sign of a deeper problem, alcohol addiction. Not only does it endanger the well-being of the colleague in question, but it could also...
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How breathalyser false positives happen
False positives on breathalysers can spell legal trouble for the test subject. Understanding how false positives occur can help minimise their occurrences and ensure accurate results.
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How alcohol addiction affects your mental health
Alcohol use disorder affects millions of Australians and is one of the country's most treated addiction. The disease can cause a multitude of mental health issues which need to be...
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The history of breathalysers
Alcohol testing has been around for nearly 100 years, and the invention of breathalysers revolutionised alcohol testing, making it easier to ensure sobriety anytime and anywhere.
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Breathalyser calibration FAQs: Your questions answered
Discover the essential FAQs about breathalyser calibration in our latest blog post, where we provide insight and information into maintaining your breathalyser’s accuracy at all times.
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Best practices for breathalyser accuracy
Many people still doubt the accuracy of breathalysers despite being used by law enforcement, employers, medical officials, and everyday individuals. In this blog post, we dive into factors that affect...
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Why drugs and alcohol are a dangerous combination
Discover the health risks of combining drugs and alcohol in our latest blog post and how preventive measures in the form of breathalysers and drug test kits can help save...
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Why breathalysers are becoming more popular?
With drink driving continuing to be a major concern in Australia, personal breathalysers are becoming increasingly popular as a way for individuals to monitor their blood alcohol content.
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How breathalysers aid in treating alcoholism
Going through an alcohol addiction can be among the most trying times for both the patient and their loved ones. Here, we discuss how breathalysers can aid a patient going...
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Knowing the cost of an interlock breathalyser in Australia
Having a mandatory alcohol interlock order will cost more than money. In this blog post, we discuss the different costs of installing the device in your vehicle.
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The benefits of owning a personal breathalyser: Keeping yourself and others safe
Personal breathalysers give drinkers peace of mind, promote responsible drinking and help get them out of trouble with the law. Here are some reasons to own a personal breathalyser.
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How to treat an alcohol addiction?
Also known as alcoholism, is a serious condition that plagues Australians, causing them to become dependent on alcohol which can have severe effects on one’s overall well-being.
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What is an alcohol interlock?
Alcohol interlocks are often part of a court order for citizens found guilty of drunk driving in Australia. It ensures that the driver cannot start his/her car without registering a...
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Andatech breathalysers – an innovative solution for family custody cases
Find out how lawyers are using Andatech breathalysers to resolve family custody cases in an innovative way. Read this real-life use case of our breathalysers.
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Drink driving penalties in Australia by state
In an effort to decrease the occurrences of drink driving offences and its risks, states and territories have imposed severe punishments against drivers that break this law.
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How to deal with alcohol use at work
Alcohol use at the workplace leads to reduced productivity, impaired performance, and poor decision-making skills while on duty, putting employees at risk of legal, financial and health issues.
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What is alcoholism and how to prevent it
Alcoholism is Australia's most treated addiction. Learn more about what alcoholism is, how you can prevent it and what you can do to help loved ones.
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Personal breathalyser dos and don’ts
If used correctly, your personal breathalyser can accurately measure your BAC, help keep you safe from drunk driving and help you get home safely.
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How accurate is a breathalyser?
Learn about the different factors that affect the accuracy of a breathalyser including the type of sensor used, presence of foreign substances and more.
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How much alcohol is too much?
While most of us enjoy cracking a cold one with our mates now and again, Australian health officials warn against drinking more than 10 standard drinks a week or more...
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Why binge drinking is dangerous
Binge drinking can lead to a host health problems that can include the vital organs, immune system, nervous system, sexual health and more. Here's what you need to know about...
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Alcohol use among senior citizens
Due to a number of reasons directly related to aging, senior citizens may suffer more consequences from frequent alcohol drinking than the younger generation.
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What you need to know about breath alcohol results
Here's what you need to know about alcohol breath tests, how breathalysers work, their accuracy, the different BAC readings and Australian drink driving laws.
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Drink driving laws around the world
Each country has its own drink driving laws and limits. If you're travelling and plan to drink alcohol or drive, check out your destination's alcohol limit.
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5 tips for going sober this Dry July
Dry July promotes abstaining from alcohol throughout the month and raising funds for cancer patients. If you're looking to make a difference, here are some tips to help you get...
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How dangerous is alcohol poisoning?
Consuming too much alcohol in a short timespan will lead to large spikes in one's BAC level and can lead to serious health problems and even death.
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Why is drink driving considered unsafe?
As alcohol affects one's judgements, decision making skills and overall cognitive ability, it's no secret that the ability to drive is affected.
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What factors affect our blood alcohol content?
As the effects of alcohol are felt differently from person to person, Andatech takes a look at the different variables that affect one's blood alcohol content or BAC.
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Alcohol & youth – the need for breathalysers
Having a breathalyser can help parents and guardians monitor drinking trends among their teenage children.
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The difference between alcoholism and drug addiction
As alcoholism and drug addiction plague Australian society, we take a look at the difference between the two and the roles we play in ending the cycle.
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Effects of alcohol on driving
Even at low doses, alcohol has the ability to reduce alertness, reaction times, vigilance and other key physiological functions while making you drowsier without you even knowing.
