EntertainmentCharlie Sheen says cartel once refused to sell him drugsThe actor admits smoking huge crack rocks at the height of his addiction.22 Sep 11:09 PM
WorldFrom pop stardom to addiction: Kate DeAraugo’s long road to recoveryNow 37, DeAraugo is sober, a mother of two and working in the construction trade.22 Sep 02:02 AM
EntertainmentCharlie Sheen’s wild ride laid bare in unfiltered new memoirSheen recalls his first crack hit in 1992 as 'personal nirvana'.10 Sep 01:37 AM
Entertainment'Family illness': Lulu opens up about secret drinking struggleSinger said she became dependent on wine during menopause and after losing her parents.05 Sep 08:42 PM
Entertainment'Ketamine Queen' pleads guilty over Matthew Perry's deathJasveen Sangha could face over six decades in prison after admitting to a bevy of charges.03 Sep 06:30 PM
New ZealandRepeat drink driver who killed 4yo son in crash to be released after two years prison Parole Board: 'You are way past the point of simply having a drinking problem'.26 Aug 02:41 AM
Entertainment'Ketamine Queen' pleads guilty in Matthew Perry overdose caseShe faces up to 65 years in prison for her involvement in his death.18 Aug 11:19 PM
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
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand90 police from around NZ deployed to Northland after 'call for help'Police nationwide are being seconded to Northland amid a surge in violent crime.10 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFlat battery thwarts supermarket shoplifter's escapePolice arrested him in the carpark – and found he had more than stolen groceries.02 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Really?': Hospital smokers frustrate cancer treatment visitorsDespite smokefree signs, smoking and vaping are common at Rotorua Hospital's entrance.31 Jul 08:29 PM
WorldUS FDA seeks to ban synthetic opioid 7-OH over addiction concernsSynthetic opioid 7-OH is found in gummies and drinkable shots sold widely in US.30 Jul 01:42 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSam Egger: Youth vaping is a problem, let's look at the evidenceOPINION: Vaping rates rose from 9.7% in 2023 to 11.1% in 2024.27 Jul 06:00 PM
KahuMillie Elder-Holmes pays $5000 fine for online gambling promotionPātea, a Māori-led platform, launched to tackle gambling harm in communities.20 Jul 05:00 PM
Entertainment'They were a nightmare': Kiwi manager opens up about Guns N' Roses yearsAlan Niven was fired by 'narcissist' Axl Rose in 1991, never to hear from him again. 14 Jul 10:49 PM
New ZealandMan high on mushrooms crashes car into garage, with a preschooler on his lapThe garage collapsed on top of Freeman Ruhe's vehicle but the pair escaped injury.14 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
