WorldWatch: 'He's trying to smoke it' - Raccoon busted with crack pipePolice found a raccoon with a crack pipe in a car.07 May 08:04 PM
New ZealandNorthland's meth crisis: 'There's no magic wand for any of this'Organisations say they are overwhelmed by 'a tsunami of need'.04 May 11:11 PM
LifestyleGary Oldman reflects on 'destructive' behaviour during film with Demi MooreOldman apologised to Moore for being unprofessional while filming.30 Apr 02:47 AM
New Zealand'Far-reaching and devastating': Meth use has surged in this part of NZ as prices dropPolice attribute increased drug use to greater availability and lower prices.25 Apr 05:03 PM
CrimeDrug dealer imported meth, cocaine while on police curfew, now locked down around the clock He claimed he was set up, saying someone may have used his name and address.23 Apr 06:00 AM
LifestyleHalf of Kiwi adults overwhelmed by phone notifications, study reveals2degrees commissioned the study, highlighting the mental impact of notifications.21 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow a successful farmer spiralled into a homeless 'night-crawler'Paul Harrop once ran a $4 million farm. Now, he's in prison.18 Apr 06:00 AM
CrimeMeth dealer with 23-year addiction praised for rehabilitation efforts Brian Tito was found with 87g of meth and 'tick lists' of around $50,000.17 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandCrime proceeds could fund drug addiction help, Mental Health Minister saysThe Mental Health Minister says crime proceeds could help fund meth addiction services.14 Apr 07:00 PM
New Zealand'I’ll cut your throat,' drug seeker told woman days before breaking man's backThe 24-year-old has a history of drug abuse, mental health problems and violence issues.11 Apr 10:02 AM
New Zealand'We cannot do this by ourselves': Ministers listen to iwi leader's plea over meth crisisPolice Minister Mark Mitchell plans to visit Northland for further discussions.11 Apr 12:29 AM
New ZealandFormer Commonwealth Games boxer avoids jail despite raft of drug chargesThe death of Joseph Blackbourn's coach led to him spiralling out of control.28 Mar 10:00 PM
Crime‘High risk’: Nappy-wearing man created fake accounts to talk to young mumsZeb Laing made disturbing comments and posted images of himself in a nappy.26 Mar 06:00 PM
Entertainment‘We’re traumatised’: 1990s pop group open up on fame’s mental tollThe quintet reunited for the first time since their 2001 split.16 Mar 11:42 PM
Crime‘This is it’: Mr Asia’s addicts describe how they fell for heroinThe drug took off as young counter-culture Kiwis wanted more than rugby, racing and beer. 14 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWho killed Matthew Perry? Inside a Hollywood tragedyTimes: The case has pulled the curtain on the shady networks that prey on wealthy addicts.25 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandThe Northland town where use of methamphetamine is an ‘epidemic’The drug is easily available, but there is help available.14 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandYouth vaping: NZ study reveals worrying misconceptions among teensHealth researchers say vaping urgently needs to be 'denormalised' among NZ's teens.26 Jan 05:00 AM
Lifestyle‘I nearly died’: Broadcaster Pam Corkery on battling back from alcohol addiction'My children said, ‘Mum, this is not funny’ and I'd said, ‘I'll stop now’. I was lying.'20 Jan 12:32 AM
New Zealand‘Feeling good’: Napier MP Katie Nimon on pregnancy and prioritiesThe up-and-coming National political prospect is expecting her first baby.19 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentRevealed: The real reason behind Tommy Fury and Molly-Mae Hague shock split'People don't know the half of it'.16 Jan 03:59 AM
New ZealandTop cop leaves the force to tackle issues on the streetA cop for 36 years, Sam Aberahama will now run a mental health and wellbeing trust.14 Jan 05:00 PM
Entertainment‘My life was not normal’: Child actors' struggles with fame and addictionTwo former stars made headlines this week, and the industry's no stranger to tragic tales.11 Jan 05:30 PM
Entertainment‘Today marks 5 years clean’: Paris Jackson’s emotional sobriety revelationStar reveals she was 'an alcoholic and a heroin addict'.09 Jan 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMāori-led kaupapa using psychedelics to help meth addicts recoverA movie reel of life: Magic mushrooms helped one man to confront who he'd become.01 Jan 04:00 PM
SportRugby stars not instructed to seek name suppression, says RPA chiefSevu Reece admits wilful damage charge, granted discharge; alcohol issues addressed.03 Dec 09:31 PM
Sport'I'm embarrassed and so, so sorry': Sevu Reece sidesteps conviction after Cup Day disgraceA sportsman who admitted taking a car can now be named after his case was determined.02 Dec 11:18 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Addiction holding NZ back; CCOs have proved themselvesOPINION: 'Alcohol and drug addiction is not a character flaw but a social disease.'02 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleI divorced my husband because he couldn’t put his phone downTelegraph: Smartphones are causing more marital strain than ever before.09 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandTears in court as woman avoids jail for stealing $300k from bossThe judge said Sally Robertson began gambling due to the 'severe strain' she was under.08 Nov 03:07 AM
EntertainmentLiam Payne had taken ‘potent, hallucinatory’ drugs before death, police sayThe former One Direction star was found dead in his Buenos Aires hotel room last week.21 Oct 01:28 AM
New Zealand'Desperately want to live a sober life': Kiwi man can't pay for rehab, devises own plan'I desperately want to live a sober life,' says Josh Woodgate-Jackson.08 Oct 08:00 PM
New ZealandHow to quit drinking alcohol: Kiwi addiction experts’ advice for safe withdrawal'We’ve got to assess people. It’s not just a case of, well, stop.'29 Sep 09:39 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleAnnabel Fenwick Elliott: I took a pill to help fix my drinking problemTelegraph - OPINION: What it's like to take a drug to stop problem drinking.17 Sep 05:00 PM
