Don Weatherburn

Professor Don Weatherburn is a prominent drug researcher at the University of New South Wales, known for his insights into drug policy and addiction. His work often challenges prevailing views on drug consumption behavior, particularly the economic theories surrounding addiction. Weatherburn co-authored a recent paper published in The Journal of Law and Economics, which explores the impact of the 2001 heroin drought in Australia on crime rates, arguing that effective supply reduction can lead to significant decreases in drug-related crime.