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This is an out of scope recommendation
66
Encourage more comprehensive research into alcohol use
That if Aboriginal people identify it as a priority, organizations which support research into Aboriginal issues, including the NCADA and the Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies, encourage more comprehensive and diverse research into the extent, causes and consequences of alcohol use among Aboriginal people. In particular, that appropriate steps be taken to ensure that the NCADA national research and training centres at the University of New South Wales, Curtin University and the Flinders University of South Australia establish mechanisms to encourage new graduates, researchers from other fields and Aboriginal people to conduct research in this area and identify research priorities and methods to implement them.
Aboriginal Justice Caucus Assessment
The Aboriginal Justice Caucus confirmed Recommendation 66 was a Commonwealth Government responsibility.
Background
The Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody (RCIADIC) emphasised the need for more organisations supporting research to fund studies that investigate the consequences of alcohol use in Aboriginal communities. RCIADIC reiterated that alcohol use among Aboriginal communities is the leading cause of deaths in custody, sickness and violence outcomes.
The RCIADIC highlighted the need for implementing structures that promote the involvement of a range of experts, researchers and Aboriginal people, ensuring comprehensive research coverage across all areas.
Actions Taken Since Last Review
Department of Health
In their 2025 response, the Department of Health deemed this recommendation a Commonwealth responsibility and considered it fully implemented. They noted that the department has not commissioned any comprehensive alcohol related research in relation to Aboriginal cohorts in Victoria.