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Australian health leaders call for levy on sugary drinks

The Rethink Sugary Drink alliance is calling for a 20% health levy on sugary drink manufacturers. Yesterday (5 February), the alliance, with members including the Australian Dental Association, Food for Health Alliance, and...

Public health bodies call for levy on sugary drinks

The 20 “leading” public health bodies behind Rethink Sugary Drink are urging the next federal government to prioritise a levy on sugary drinks to address Australia's growing obesity crisis. According to data released...

Drinks industry responds to proposed sugar tax

The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has today called for a tax on sugary drinks as part of its plan to tackle chronic disease and make Australia the healthiest country in the world....
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