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Media release 12 Sep 2024

‘Rite of passage’ sets young gamblers up for future harms

New research reveals that initiation to gambling and alcohol before the age of 18 is often seen as a rite of passage – but is linked to riskier behaviour and greater gambling and alcohol harms as an adult.

Media release 10 Sep 2024

AIFS welcomes focus on families in Royal Commission report

AIFS welcomes the final report of the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide. Our extensive research over many years into issues impacting Defence and veteran families supports several of the Commission’s recommendations.

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Review of Family Relationship Services Arrow pointing to the right

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National Gambling Trends Study Arrow pointing to the right

AGRC, the national gambling research agency

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Growing Up in Australia Arrow pointing to the right

The Longitudinal Study of Australian Children (LSAC)

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The Australian Longitudinal Study on Male Health

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