New ZealandAssociate Justice Minister Nicole McKee reveals raft of alcohol law changesThe Government is proposing several changes to the laws governing the sale and supply of alcohol, including making it easier to allow bars to open during major sporting events.Watch28 Aug 02:24 AM
WellingtonWellington CBD supermarket's liquor licence suspended for selling booze to teenFoodstuffs says it is "disappointed" and will work with staff on training.13 Aug 04:32 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
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New ZealandRevealed: The region with a drinking problem twice as bad as the rest of NZ09 Mar 04:00 PM
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Kahu‘It’s not pretty’: Dave Letele defends work amid online scrutinyBBM delivers $13.50 in social good for every dollar invested, says Letele.09 Feb 10:14 PM
New Zealand‘Pregnant? Don’t Drink’: 87-year-old’s mission to tackle disorderA petition calls for 'Pregnant? Don’t Drink' signs in liquor stores.08 Feb 04:02 PM
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CrimeBlack Power member jailed after birthday celebration erupted into pub brawlFour people were injured at The Butter Factory in Whangārei last year.20 Jan 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: I quit drinking four years ago - I’m still confronting drinking cultureNew York Times - Opinion: Navigating a sober life in an alcohol-centric culture.20 Jan 01:00 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
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New ZealandCalls for warning labels on alcohol may grow after US announcementNew Zealand researchers say there is a need to tackle alcohol-related health problems.04 Jan 09:43 PM
LifestyleKhloé Kardashian and Kris Jenner promote Kiwi drinks companyInfluential reality stars help raise profile of New Zealand brand's booze-free beverages.03 Jan 09:52 PM
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New ZealandFormer All Black loses name suppression after illegally sending nude photosA judge said it was psychological abuse but the offender's moral culpability was limited.20 Dec 02:13 AM
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KahuCouncil's alcohol policy targets harm in 23 high-crime suburbsHealth advocates praise Auckland's new policy, aiming to curb alcohol-related harm.09 Dec 08:56 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Three-quarters of booze deliveries made without ID checksUltra-fast deliveries also raise fears of increased binge drinking and domestic violence.29 Nov 04:00 PM
World'Free vodkas': New details after mass poisoning of Laos touristsIt comes as the operators of Nana Backpackers have been detained for questioning.23 Nov 10:17 PM
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New ZealandLabour calls for review of Mike King’s charity funding after 'problematic' alcohol claimsKing, of I am Hope and Gumboot Friday, says 'alcohol is the solution' for mental illness.31 Oct 02:13 AM
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