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
PremiumEditorialEditorial: 'What's your poison?' Dry July a lone voice in the swillOPINION: Dry July's low buy-in highlights our aversion to moderation.29 Jun 05:00 PM
TravelTravel debate: Should you drink alcohol on flights?The decision about drinking on a plane is a personal one, but here's what to consider.05 May 02:00 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
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
PremiumPremiumLifestyleI gave up drinking when my wife only had three months to liveTelegraph: George gave up alcohol to support his wife of 14 years during her final months.06 Feb 04:00 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
PremiumPremiumLifestyleI used to count down the hours until a glass of wine. ADHD helped me go soberTelegraph: Diagnosed with ADHD at 43, Hester quit alcohol, finding clarity in sobriety.12 Jan 09:00 PM
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
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSober in your 20s: Why some young Kiwis are saying no to alcoholWhat it's like to quit alcohol in a country with a culture of binge drinking.28 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleFrom alcohol addict to wellbeing junkie: One Kiwi woman's journey to sobrietyFor Philly Powell, giving up drinking has been 'the best decision of my life'.24 Dec 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleI’m trying 'intermittent sobriety' because I enjoy drinking too much to give it upTelegraph: Small adjustments to your drinking patterns can seismically affect your health.24 Dec 01:00 AM
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
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhat causes ‘hangxiety’ and how to manage itTelegraph: ‘Hangxiety’ – anxiety after drinking – is an often-overlooked side effect.17 Dec 02:00 AM
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
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Not the punchline former comedian Mike King wantedOPINION: Mental health advocate Mike King is passionate about our rangatahi.04 Nov 04:00 PM
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
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhat, exactly, is ‘moderate drinking’?New York Times: What the research suggests and how to think about it.19 Oct 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe 20-minute rule and other easy ways to drink less alcoholTelegraph: How to cut down on the booze without it impacting your social life.14 Oct 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleI’m trying 'intermittent sobriety' because I enjoy drinking too much to give it upTelegraph: Small adjustments to your drinking patterns can seismically affect your health.10 Oct 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleAlcohol addiction: ‘I had six cans of lager and two bottles of wine on the way to rehab’Telegraph: After alcohol-induced seizures nearly killed him, Ben Robinson went to rehab.07 Oct 09:41 PM