The Australian government alarmed on the news that the Vegemite sandwich spread is now using as the main ingredient in making homemade alcohol in some local remote communities.
However, reports cited that Prime Minister Tony Abbott is not in favor for a "Vegemite watch" and will not limit the Vegemite sales in remote areas.
Abbott was quoted in abc.net.au by saying "This is a deregulatory Government and the last thing I want to do is to have a Vegemite watch... because Vegemite, quite properly, is for most people a reasonably nutritious spread on your morning toast or on your sandwiches. What's important is that we ensure that remote communities, all communities, are being properly policed."
Office of Indigenous Affairs Minister Nigel Scullion released a statement right after they heard the news that the popular sandwich spread is the main ingredient in a home-brewed alcohol made by Aboriginal communities in the Northern Territory.
"Addiction of any type is a concern but communities, especially where alcohol is banned, must work to ensure home brewing of this type does not occur. Businesses in these communities also have a responsibility to report any purchase that may raise their own suspicions," Scullion was quoted by the local media.
Vegemite spread graced the shelves of grocers Australia wide in 1923.
