WorldAustralians consume 22 tonnes of illicit drugs in a year, report revealsCocaine use rose 69%, MDMA 49%, and meth 21% compared to last year.14 Aug 09:47 PM
New ZealandMental health wards in Waikato at 140% capacity, lacking community bedsA mental health nurse says some patients are sleeping on mattresses on the floor.14 Aug 05:24 AM
EntertainmentJason Momoa recalls near-drowning in Maui surfJason Momoa almost drowned while surfing at Pe’ahi in Maui.13 Aug 08:30 PM
PremiumNew Zealand90 police from around NZ deployed to Northland after 'call for help'10 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan high on mushrooms crashes car into garage, with a preschooler on his lap14 Jul 08:00 AM
EntertainmentEx-MasterChef star reveals alcohol addictionHe underpaid 500 employees $7.8 million over six years.14 Jul 03:56 AM
New Zealand'Powerful example': Mum overcomes addiction to build a life helping others'I discovered a renewed sense of purpose.'11 Jul 06:00 PM
CrimeHow an engineer's introduction to underworld poker games led to $1m Watercare fraudThe 17-month swindle is believed to be one of the largest public sector thefts on record. 08 Jul 07:00 PM
New ZealandYoung industry leader thinks plant production is 'underrated'“I believe we do a lot of good mahi that goes under the radar.”06 Jul 11:39 PM
New Zealand'Systemic failings': Coroner criticises Oranga Tamariki after 14-year-old runaway's huffing deathRuby's grandmother expressed concerns about the lack of support from Oranga Tamariki.05 Jul 02:07 AM
EntertainmentLife of regrets: Actor Michael Madsen's struggles before his death'He struggled to maintain sobriety. He was not happy about his life.'04 Jul 02:41 AM
Crime'Forever 25, our hero': Murder victim was trying to protect his cousinSchizophrenic 501 deportee must serve at least 10.5 years in prison.02 Jul 08:00 AM
World'It must be clear': Debate grows over France's new public smoking banViolators could face fines ranging from €135 to €700 for breaking the ban.29 Jun 03:17 AM
Crime'I know it’s wrong': Woman stole expensive perfumes for dealers in exchange for drugsChardella Whiu targeted stores like Farmers and Chemist Warehouse for luxury items.24 Jun 03:02 AM
New ZealandCocaine use surges 229% in NZ amid rising illicit drug trendThe NZ Drug Foundation warns that harm reduction efforts are underfunded.18 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice warn gangs after major drug operationPolice arrested 20 Greazy Dogs members over alleged meth crimes in Bay of Plenty.18 Jun 06:04 AM
EntertainmentDoctor to plead guilty in Matthew Perry drug case, faces 40 yearsSalvador Plasencia will plead guilty to four counts of ketamine distribution.16 Jun 11:30 PM
New Zealand'You can’t come in smoking your meth pipe': Lifewise CEO calls for crisis centreLifewise wants Rotorua triage facility for homeless with addictions, mental health issues.15 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Rotorua's homeless dilemma highlights deeper social issuesOPINION: A business owner nearby lost revenue as customers avoided the encampment.15 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuProtest bound for Parliament today as projected prisoner numbers soarThe prison population is expected to reach nearly 14,000 in a decade.12 Jun 08:41 PM
New ZealandKiwis demand harsher penalties for drink-drivers, survey showsFifty-nine per cent want heavier fines for drunk and disorderly behaviour.09 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldUK teens face two-hour cap on social mediaTeens could be blocked from social media after 10pm and during school.08 Jun 10:22 PM
KahuMore than half of NZ vape products mislabelled, study revealsMost mislabelled vapes had significantly less nicotine than promised.05 Jun 09:02 PM
OpinionOpinion: Your smartphone is a parasite, according to evolutionOPINION: Many of us are hostage to our phones – and it’s not unlike having head lice.05 Jun 05:27 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleVaping has created a toxic monster: What it does to your body and how to quitTelegraph: Around 18% of 11- to 17-year-olds have tried vaping in the UK.03 Jun 06:00 PM
Crime'Cry for help': Man's confession exposes dark addictionJudge Rielly: 'His confession was a cry for help, but doesn't excuse his actions.'02 Jun 06:13 AM
CrimeChurch-going bank employee led secret life laundering $3m for meth syndicateHe was a literal poster boy for ASB but also corrupted colleagues, collected P shipments.01 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand'You are a monster': Abducted woman escapes after locking rapist out of his own carHe tricked her into getting into the car, drove her to a remote location and raped her.31 May 05:00 AM
