The recent crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has created an opportunity for government to invest in reform that could not only aid in the economic recovery, but that could also set the Australian economy on a path to long-term productivity-led growth, positioning the Australian economy as an agile front-runner among OECD nations. As the […]

The ABCL commissioned the CSIRO to carry out an analysis of the 2011-2012 National Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey, revealing the role of all beverages (including alcohol, coffee, tea, soft drinks and dairy-based beverages) to daily intake of energy and nutrients among Australians. View PDF Download

Key findings from a secondary analysis of the 2011-12 National Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey that provide an accurate and contemporary understanding of the role of beverages in the diet… VIEW PDF DOWNLOAD

Australians have access to a wide variety of beverages to quench their thirst and provide enjoyment. To understand the role of non-dairy, non-alcoholic beverages in the diet of Australians, a secondary analysis of the National Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey (2011-12) (part of the Australian Health Survey)… VIEW PDF DOWNLOAD

The Australian non-alcoholic beverages industry† has a long and proud history of providing refreshing beverages for every occasion, for every Australian. From humble beginnings in the mid-1800s through to the early 20th century, the industry was comprised of small, family-owned businesses producing and delivering soft drinks and juices door to door… VIEW PDF PUBLICATION

Fruit juice is part of the fruit category in the Australian Dietary Guidelines1. The guidelines state that one serve of fruit is approximately 150g of fresh fruit and includes the occasional consumption of 125mL of fruit juice (with no added sugar) or 30g of dried fruit.’ As consumption of fruit juice can contribute to total […]