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Introducing kava to Australia

The psychoactive Pasifika brew - "kava" - is growing in popularity in Australia after a government trial eased restrictions around its importation and use. Special kava bars are opening up, and it's entered the supplements market - but there are still concerns around its correct use.


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By Jennifer Scherer

Source: SBS News


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The psychoactive Pasifika brew - "kava" - is growing in popularity in Australia after a government trial eased restrictions around its importation and use. Special kava bars are opening up, and it's entered the supplements market - but there are still concerns around its correct use.


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