Australia Ranks Second Globally For Meth Consumption
An international report surveying 34 countries found Australia ranks second in methamphetamine consumption. Nearly 27 tonnes of methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin, and MDMA were consumed within the year. The report details the scale of illicit drug use across the surveyed nations. This represents a 21% increase compared to the previous year. The report noted large increases specifically in methamphetamine and heroin use.
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ABC NewsRadio AU
“the report finds that of the international report that 34 countries were surveyed. Australia is number two in terms of meth consumption.”
ABC NewsRadio AU
“Australia is number two in terms of meth consumption. Now it reveals that nearly 27 tons of methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin and MDMA was consumed in the year leading up to August 2025, which is a 21% increase on the previous year.”
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